Obituaries
Leroy A. Howatt
December 19, 1931 - November 14, 2025
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Burial Location
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
Leroy Albert Howatt (“Bud”), age 93, passed away in St. Charles, IL on November 14, 2025.
Bud was the beloved husband of the late Dorothy Howatt, father of the late Michael Howatt, Donald Howatt (Christine), and Lori Hubbard; grandfather of Kimmi Dienhart, Riley Hubbard, Ramsey Hubbard (Kiana), Tracy Reichter, Kelly Howatt and Paul Howatt; great grandfather of Paisley Hubbard and Niyla, Quinn and Jackson Reichter; brother of the late Carol Presbitero (Jerry) and the late Robert Howatt (Lynette); uncle to many nieces and nephews; loving companion to Jeanette Jackson, and many friends at Brighton Gardens.
Bud was a fireman for years starting at age 16, was a safety director in the trucking industry for 40 years, and worked at the St Charles EMA for 15 years. He was with the Army 109th combat engineers in Manheim, Germany from 1952-1954. A long time member of St. John Neumann Church, Bud was active with the Silver Foxes and Knights of Columbus. He was a Cub fan, a little league umpire, and an avid player of dominoes, cards and bingo. As a young boy he played the piano accordion for the Chicago USO with his cousin and sister.
Bud was a good man and a loyal friend – he will be missed. A memorial service is planned for January 2026 (TBD). For further information call Yurs Funeral Home 630-584-0060
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Paul Braddock from St Charles, IL
"Thank you for your friendship and for welcoming me into the St Charles Knights of Columbus. You had a dynamic personality that was always warm and inviting. Your gentle mannerism made everyone comfortable in your presence. May God welcome you into His kingdom with open arms."
Barbara Palmer from BATAVIA, IL
"Roger and I have lots of fond memories of playing Mexican Train dominoes with Bud and Dorothy, and later Bud and Jeanette. He proudly took his turn in serving our group his tasty spaghetti dinner. He spent many hours monitoring traffic during parades. He always had a very warm hug to brighten our days. A wonderful man that we are honored to know."