Harvey Howard, formerly of Pittsville, passed away Sunday, November 1st, 2026, at the age of 84.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Buchanan/Rembs Funeral Home, Pittsville with visitation from 10:00 am until the time of service. Pastor Mary Wright will officiate. Burial will follow at Mound Cemetery, Pittsville.
Harvey was born in Wisconsin Rapids on July 13, 1942 to Glen and Vivian (Michalsen) Howard. He graduated from John Edwards High School in Port Edwards in 1961. He was one of the “Port Boys”, who were notorious for getting into shenanigans, and often spoke fondly of his memories with them. He was a charter member of the Ridge Gun Club and often participated in trap shooting tournaments. Harvey rarely missed an opportunity to go fishing. He was also an avid hunter. Harvey enjoyed cooking and trying new recipes.
He was married to Doris Hoepner on March 26th, 1966. Harv and Doris shared many adventures in their 60 years of marriage. They created many wonderful memories camping, fishing, and hunting with loved ones or just each other. In retirement, they enjoyed traveling, with favorite trips including Canada, Alaska, and the Lewis and Clark trail. On their farm in Pittsville; together they planted thousands of trees, creating habitat for the deer and other wildlife. They treasured times spent visiting with family and friends.
Harvey is survived by his wife, Doris; his son Scott Howard; his daughter Deb (Scott) Pionkowski; grandchildren, Spencer (Sarah) Howard, Benjamin Howard, Samuel (Kelly) Howard, and Bridget (Matt Krzmarcik) Pionkowski; great-grandson Lucas Howard; and sisters, Lois Koran and Gloria Wade.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Glen Howard and Vivian Varga; in-laws, Nick and Gladys Hoepner; his brother Wayne Howard and brother-in-law Ron Koran; and stepfathers, Harvey Wade and Thomas Varga.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Harvey’s name to the Pittsville Fire Department.
The family would like to thank St. Croix Hospice and the caregivers at Our House Memory Care for the compassionate care given to Harvey.
“Live your life in such a way that the preacher won’t have to lie at your funeral.”
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