Howard Garcia, age 77, passed away on Sunday Aug. 9, 2015, surrounded by his family.
Howard retired from the U.S. Marine Corps following 23 years of service, which included three tours in Vietnam. While serving in Vietnam, Howard was both a helicopter pilot and a gunner who was shot down multiple times.
Howard owned a fish processing business located at Fish Point for over 35 years. He loved poker, spending social time with his family and friends. He had a huge heart and always took care of his family and anyone who needed his help.
Howard married Penny Abitia on July 20, 2004. Penny passed away two days later on July 22, 2004.
Howard is survived by his children Heather, Christopher, Jeremy and daughter-in-law Dina Garcia, Shannon Cagey; and sister Natalia Height.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Charles; and his sister, Teresa Garcia.
Howard has seven grandchildren: Victor, Veronica, Isabelle, Natalie, Penelope, Brittany and Taylor; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Both the prayer and funeral services were held last week at Wexliem on Aug. 14, 2015.
