He was born in San Martin, CA and lived his entire life in California. Flying his own airplane was his main joy as well as hunting and fishing.Robert was joined in peace with the Lord, his wife Josephine Allemand-Howes and daughter Joann Howes. He is surivived by his children Meri Opoien (Don), Geri Perez, Michelle Rogers (Gary), Robert A. Howes (Jeannie), Peggy Howes-Mayfield (Ric) and Christine Nemecek.
 He leaves 15 grandchildren and 16 great-granchildren. Funeral Services will be Saturday, March 31, 2012, 2:00 P.M. at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Gilroy.
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