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Marc Nelson Howard

Marc Nelson Howard

Oct. 20, 1950 - Dec. 10, 2024

Date of Service: Dec. 19, 2024

BURLEY -Marc Howard was born on October 20, 1950, in Dayton, Washington, the middle child of Nelson and Lucille Howard. His sister and brothers are Tom, Liz, Ron and Pat. Marc suddenly flew away on December 10, 2024, at his home in Burley, Idaho. Our family was close, and we will miss him dearly.

When Marc was young, the family moved several times, settling in American Falls, Idaho in 1960 because his father, Nelson, was involved with the building of Lamb Weston. In high school, Marc was a wrestler, played football, and was on the golf team. After graduating from American Falls High School in 1968 he attended Idaho State University and graduated with a degree in Agronomy from University of Idaho. He loved the Vandals. Marc started his working career in Ontario, Oregon. Later he moved to Burley to work for McCain Foods. He worked for McCain for 30-plus years in the field department. He was well-known and highly respected by his growers and fellow workers.

Marc and his three brothers played golf together and created the “Howard Golfing Association” in the early 1990's. During many summers they would meet for a “HGA” and play many rounds of golf in different parts of the West. They wore matching shirts and hats with “HGA” on them. Marc loved taking photos, flying his drone, and showing what he had filmed. Among other things, he documented the construction of the new McCain’s potato cellars with his drone.

Marc met the love of his life Susan Lavender in Twin Falls. They spent 15 wonderful years together.

Marc was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by Susan Lavender; his brothers, Tom Howard (wife, Mitch) of Littleton, Colorado, Ron Howard of Tucson, Arizona, and Pat Howard of Bend, Oregon; his sister, Liz Davis (husband, Jim) of Burley; as well as several nieces and nephews. Additionally, he is survived by Susan Lavender’s daughter, Valerie Lavender; her granddaughter, Emma; and great-grandson, Beck.

The celebration of Marc’s life will be held Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 1 until 4 pm at the Best Western Burley Inn Convention Center, located at 800 N. Overland Ave, in Burley.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home of Burley.

Condolences for Marc Nelson Howard

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From Tom Salaiz and Pam Hutchinson :
My condolences. Marc showed me the ropes when I started at McCain Foods. I always appreciated his very matter-of-fact attitude and calm approach to life. I enjoyed having him join our poker group as a substitute as well. He will be missed!
From Lorrie Lou Nelson Stark:
Marc was a kind friend who made everyone feel welcomed, as I was a new AFHS student. He was always happy and positive toward everyone he met. I appreciated his friendship. His sudden and unexpected loss leaves a void among many family and friends. Love and Sympathy to Susan, all his family and friends. He will be sorely missed ! :~)
From Tammy Barendregt :
Marc will be missed by all the field department! He was always teasing me that I was "still working" and hadn't figured out how to quit yet. I will miss his sweet voice!!
From Colleen Cobia Mayer:
I always appreciated Marc and his kindness to everyone. He and his brother always helped with our class reunions. He was always soft spoken and liked by everyone. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
From Henry R. (Hank) Boomer:
Marc and I were classmates, teammates of the football and wrestling teams. He always worked hard and gave his best, always with good cheer and supporting the rest of us. What an unexpected and sad loss.
From Edith Irving:
Marc was a great friend! A very honest and compassionate man! Condolences to family and friends.
From Robert Ruff:
Marc was a great friend almost from the moment we met when he moved to American Falls. So many VW Beetle memories!!!
From Shelley Jones:
My dear Susan, my heart is heavy for you and Marc’s families. Know you're in my prayers.
From Trey & Danielle Widmier:
Marc was an amazing family friend and always felt like family. He will be deeply missed by all who met him. The Howard family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
From Keith Boles:
So long cuz! My fondest memory of is and will always be of you taking me to see, Blazing Saddles way before I was old enough. Thank you for being you.
From Susan Rowlands Fletcher:
Marc was a great, although subtle, member of a great group of friends. He was special to all of us and will be missed!
From Mike Schlund:
Marc was a good friend and workmate at McCains while I worked in the field dept. He was a talented computer tech type guy who was a master of all types of programs. I heard he had recently taken up using drones to work w/farm operations. I had not seen Marc since I left the field dept. I will miss him but have good memories of our work time together!
From Nile & Michele Widmier :
Marc was a wonderful man who we will miss dearly. Our deepest condolences to Susan and his family.
From Dwight & Ana Hollinger:
We had the pleasure of knowing Marc where we worked for the same company. We were saddened to hear of his passing. Sending our Love and prayers to his family.

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