A farmer, husband, father, grandfather, GG, has gone to continue his farming career elsewhere. Howard Markert passed away peacefully after a brief illness, on January 29, 2021 at the age of 98 years.
Howard was born April 26, 1922, the fifth child born to Addie Marie (Thomas) and Frederick Lawrence Markert. Howard was the last living member of his family.
He is survived by his daughters – Susan (Rick) Reise, Deb (Ray) Berg, son Fred (Barb) Markert, three grandchildren – Kelly (Robin) Berg, Michael (Becca La Forte) Berg, Becky (Jesse) Smith and great grandchildren – Shelby and Paige Berg, Eleanor Smith, and numerous nieces and nephews. Howard was predeceased by his parents, eight siblings and his loving wife of 55 years, Marjorie Keay, in 2007.
The family wishes to thank longtime G.P. Dr. Len Wade (or Sir Len to Dad), Dr. D. Sessford and all staff at the Vulcan Community Health Centre for their wonderful care.
At Howard’s request, there will not be a Memorial service at this time.
Any tributes in Howard’s memory can be made to the Vulcan Community Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, Box 299, Vulcan, AB, T0L 2B0.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Susan, Deb, Buster, and families,
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. It’s hard to believe that it was four years ago at this time that we all met at my own Dad’s funeral. I remember spending such good times on the farm with your family. Howard was often quiet and shy, but he was great fun and always welcomed me like one of his own kids. Thank goodness for wonderful memories that we can all hold in our hearts.
Peggy (Kehr) Bishop