Russell Howland of Schofield Wi, passed away on December 30th, 2022 at the age of 85.

Russell was born in Rothschild, Wi on May 26th, 1937 to Clyde and Elsie Howland. He graduated from D.C. Everest in 1955, then served as an aviation electrician in the U.S. Navy. Russell later worked as a pipefitter. He married his high school sweetheart, Joanne, on July 11th, 1959.

Russell had many hobbies. He was an avid trapshooter and enjoyed hunting with family and friends. He spent much of his time in his garage fixing most anything for friends and family. He will be greatly missed.

Russell is survived by his wife, Joanne; his daughter, Lisa (Chris) Bender; his granddaughter, Carly(Jesse) Maruska; his grandson, Charlie Howland.

He is preceded in death by his four brothers, Leroy, Harold, Lyle, and Clyde; his son, Jeff Howland.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 6th 2022 from 4-6pm at John Buettgen Funeral Home 948 Grand Ave., Schofield. Military Honors will be preformed at 5:45pm

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