Tribute Wall
Tuesday
7
March
Memorial Service
4:00 pm
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Adams-Green Funeral Home
721 Elden Street
Herndon, Virginia, United States
The family will receive friends following the memorial service until 6:00 PM
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Kc posted a condolence
Sunday, March 19, 2017
This is the greatest obituary I have ever read!!!
Howie sounds like he was a wonderful person. I wish I had known him. So sorry for your loss.
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Holland posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Deepest Sympathy to your family God's Word says, "He will swallow up death forever, and wipe away the tears from all faces " Isa. 25:8.....
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Bill Ritter posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
I met Howie Welsch on a dark, probably stormy night, at Capital City Distribution in 1993. I went to pick up each week’s comics shipment for my store and he worked in the warehouse. That went on about a year before my partner and I closed the store. Howie and I stayed in touch, and in 1995, he joined me at a wholesale distribution company, he as warehouse manager.
Likely my favorite Howie story is in this job, when in 1996 the company implemented a new warehouse pulling handheld computer system. He thought it was a crap system, that it slowed him down. He challenged the owner on this new efficiency: he went with the old style paper print out and the other warehouse guy used the scanner. Howie beat him, I mean a really full-out kicked his ass, not only in time but in accuracy. From that day on Howie did not have to use the scanner to pull, and he later implemented a new system: he’d pull his way with the paper, and the other dude would scan his pull. The other dude wasn’t even able to keep up with Howie in that method, and day after day a row of carts of outgoing product lined up for scanning.
Howie and I lost touch a bit after we left the wholesale company. An argument, of sorts. About 15 years or so later we ran in to one another. Quick chat, and although it wasn’t the camaraderie of what I remembered in 1996 it didn’t have the tinge of discord of 1998. It was an opening, and one I intended on returning to as I could since I had great fondness for Howie: and his perfect pop culture recall, comic lore memory, all things JOE, and so much more. But I left Virginia, lost contact, and time passed.
I last saw Howie, surprisingly but not at all a surprise with all consideration taken, in Baltimore in 2015 at a comics thing. I got his card, cell number, email. Promised myself I’d contact him, stay in touch. I never managed to do that for no good reason other than busy-ness and distance. So, today, learning of his passing…
I’m sad that I lost 20 years of contact with someone who was passionate in so many ways, and always a thrill to talk with. I’m happy to have known Howie, and that our story ended with handshake and a wishing of the best to one another. My condolences to all who have had fortune to cross wits, paths, and lives with Howie. Excelsior.
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Holland posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Deepest Sympathy to your family God's Word says, "He will swallow up death forever, and wipe away the tears from all faces " Isa. 25:8.....
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Dave & Carol Faught posted a condolence
Thursday, March 9, 2017
Howie was truly like another son to us throughout his life and we loved him dearly. We have so many wonderful memories of him being at our home over the years. He always brought a smile to one and all, and he will be dearly missed.
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Joyce K. Singer posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
My deepest sympathy. Howie was a special young man. May his memory be a blessing.
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Sandy Spear posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
I'll miss you Howie! You left us way too soon! Tell all of those we love in Heaven that we miss them terribly. I'm sorry about Minnie Driver and the Green Bay Packers. Some things were never meant to be, no matter how much we wanted them to happen.
Mandy, Jeff and Ronni have the hardest jobs. They have to miss you the most. They have to remember the birthdays and the Hannukahs and Super Bowls without you. But, in truth, they have the best jobs. They remember all of these events having loved you the most. Until we all meet again, Howie...
Sandy Spear
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Rebecca Moon lit a candle
Monday, March 6, 2017
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Mark A. Young posted a condolence
Sunday, March 5, 2017
I know I thought of you as a humanized version of the comic bookstore owner in The Simpson's but much more angsty and with a laugh that could kill angels, but I loved you and wanted you to be happy. You were the first person to offer me a place to live when I got out of treatment and although I never took you up on it, I respected you all the more for it. I wish I thanked you more while I had still had the chance. I love you and I'm sorry I never took the ample opportunities provided me to say so more often. I hope to make amends with you in person someday. We can be weird ghosts that touch ghost tips. You are loved.
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Sophie Fitzgerald lit a candle
Saturday, March 4, 2017
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Although I never got the pleasure of meeting Howie, my mother is good friends with Jeff (Howies brother) and if they were anything alike; which my mom said they were- I know he was one of the funniest, brightest, beautiful souls out there. This obituary is absolutely incredible and I send my greatest condolences to the family and friends of the beautiful Howard Welsch. <3
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BRIAN MILLER posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2017
Very sorry for your loss. I met Howie a few times via his ex-wife Becca. He was a very nice guy. I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to know him better.
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Niharika Malhan lit a candle
Friday, March 3, 2017
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Janelle Gray lit a candle
Friday, March 3, 2017
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God picks the best flowers first. You will be missed Howie.
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Friday, March 3, 2017
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Peter H. posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2017
I knew Howie through one of his passions, collecting G.I.Joe. He of course had probably the best collection of 'Joe comic artwork in the world. And he was so passionate about it. He cracked me up when I met him in person at a Joe Con. Such a fun & good guy. I'll miss you Howie. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. God Bless buddy.
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Thursday, March 2, 2017
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Barbara and Marc Fine posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Dear Ronnie and family,
It is with great sadness that Marc and I are sending you this note.
Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers. It seems that Howie led an incredible life. Unfortunately it ended many years too soon.
With much love,
Barbara and Marc
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Robin Fine posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2017
I am so horribly saddened by this tragic news. Ronni,
Jeff, and family, please know that I'm thinking of you and pray that the wonderful memories you have provide some confort now and for many years to come. My his memory be a blessing.
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Sharon Biever posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Ronni and family we are so sorry to hear about Howie, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, he was a good man and will be missed. Always in our hearts but never forgotten.
Love Biever family
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David Charlip posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Jeff and family,
What a beautiful obituary. I'm sorry I never got to meet Howie. He sounds like an incredible person. My heart goes out to. I am very sorry for your loss. May Your memories of Howie be of solice and comfort to you now and forever.
David Charlip
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Sudip Saha lit a candle
Thursday, March 2, 2017
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May GOD put him in a special place from where he will be watching us, the people who loved and cherished him!
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Marybeth Henry posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
What an absolutely beautiful tribute to a special brother. I hope he is laughing in heaven, even as he is getting misty-eyed for how much he is missed. Please know we are praying for all who loved him during this difficult time. The memories you have are obviously priceless, and I pray they will keep your hearts warm.
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Dick and Sheila Young lit a candle
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
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Dearest Howie,
We hope that you knew how special you were to both of us. You always treated us with respect and loving-kindness. We always felt your warmth and genuineness. With this candle, we know that your memory will stay alive. There is an emptiness in our hearts, and we can't begin to imagine the sadness endured by your family. May your family find peace in knowing how much you were loved.
Dick and Sheila
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Guinevive Halstead-Johnson posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
I may not have known Howie long, nor half as well as I wanted to, but he touched my life and made it all the better. He was weird, he was strange, and he was all Howie. Amazing cat pictures were shared at random hours, many inappropriate jokes shared, and even more amazing meals eaten together. My life was better because of Howie. I will never cease to miss you, buddy.
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Kris Wyatt posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
While I never had the pleasure of meeting Howie, I heard so many wonderful things about him over the years from two gals very close to him, Marie and Kim. To Marie, whom I hear is now sporting Vans thanks to this guy and to Howie's family, you are in my thoughts and I share my deepest condolences with you.
Love,
Kris
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Bob Martin posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
I had the pleasure of meeting Howie through our mutual friend Jason. The only way I can describe him is genuine. He was thoughtful and fun and I enjoyed the brief time I knew him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
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Ann and Tom Slaughter posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
While we never had the opportunity to meet Howie, we know how much love and joy he brought to our dear friend, his girlfriend Marie. We are heartbroken over the passing of Howie and the pain of those he leaves behind.
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Sue Sailer posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
All in all, he was one in a million! Always had a special place in my heart.
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Matt's Mom :) lit a candle
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
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Perfect! Love is all there is. And you'll never lose that. Deepest sympathy for a life gone too soon.
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Alice and Joel Sletten posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
We are keeping the family in our prayers. Peace .
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Paula Yessen lit a candle
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
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I wish this was a lighter instead of a candle!
I will miss Howie's irreverent comments and hilarious insights.
I was getting to know him better with each team meeting and valued his unique way of examining the world.
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Russell Stahl lit a candle
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
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We will miss you at TEOCO Howie. We were only just getting to know you.
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Chris Harrison lit a candle
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
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Jan "Harley" Elmore lit a candle
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
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Jan "Harley" Elmore posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
This obituary is the most amazing tribute. It is perfect as was Howie in his way. A dark road ahead indeed. My life was made so much richer by knowing him and has turned grayer overnight. Thank you, Howie. You are missed in more ways than there are words.
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Matt Schrader lit a candle
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
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Matt Schrader posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
That must be the most well-written obit I've ever read. And I've read three. But still. I'm heartened to see the sense of humor you so eloquently portray to be continued on in his memory. Love and hugs to you all.
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Chaplain David Wilkinson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Our prayers are with you to find a shalom in the midst of the grief.
Adams-Green Funeral Home & Crematory
721 Elden Street | Herndon, VA 20170
P: (703) 437-1764 or (703) 471-4090 | E: bill@adamsgreen.com
