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Howard John Lynde III

  • October 25, 1954 - November 4, 2011
  • Millersburg, Pennsylvania
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“Wow what do you say about a guy like Howard? This is a total shock to me. Your family and mine grew up together. Though the years have made us...Read More » ”
1 of 39 | Posted by: Shauntell Troutman - Liverpool, PA

“So sorry to hear all that has happened. He had such a presence about him and I always had a smile when he was around. I know he will be greatly...Read More » ”
2 of 39 | Posted by: Teresa Hoover - Millersburg, PA

“Nancy and family~ There is no way to truly express our sympathy. We were shocked to hear about losing Howard. It is such a terrible loss. You have...Read More » ”
3 of 39 | Posted by: Owen, Shelley, Tyler and Braxton Erdman - PA

“Words fail to express the sorrow and grief we share with you. Sending you our love and prayers for comfort, peace, and healing in the days ahead. ...Read More » ”
4 of 39 | Posted by: Vicki Duggan - Rockville, MD

“To the Lynde family: I had the pleasure of working with Howard at the Department of State a lot of years ago. What a great guy, and what a tragic...Read More » ”
5 of 39 | Posted by: Richard Heckman - Lititz, PA

“Our deepest sympathy to Nancy and the family in the loss of Howard. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and grant you the...Read More » ”
6 of 39 | Posted by: Tina & Bill Fetter - Millersburg, PA

“This is so hard and so wrong and I'm not sure what to say. Howard was such a special person and he touched my life as well as the kids. Remember...Read More » ”
7 of 39 | Posted by: pat miller - Millersburg, PA

“Dear Nancy, John and family, Our heart-felt sympathy to each of you for your deep loss. We share in your grief and uplift you in our prayers for...Read More » ”
8 of 39 | Posted by: Beckie and Kevin Lacey - PA

“Our thoughts are with family and friends...he will certainly be missed. ”
9 of 39 | Posted by: Chrissy and Joe Stoshack - PA

“Nancy & family, Words cannot express our sorrow... We have many wonderful memories of times shared with you, Howard, and the children. Know that you...Read More » ”
10 of 39 | Posted by: Andy & Karen Fisher - Belhaven, NC

“Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family. It is never easy saying goodbye to a loved one. Look to God to give you the strength you need...Read More » ”
11 of 39 | Posted by: Scott, Glenda & Ian Klinger - PA

“Howard, I am so proud to be able to say, I worked with you this last year. You are the most gentle and giving person I have ever met. It has been an...Read More » ”
12 of 39 | Posted by: Scott Threatt - Stafford, VA

“Im gonna miss that smile and those stories...you were a great friend, father, husband. Rest in peace buddy! ”
13 of 39 | Posted by: Julie Messner - Elizabethville, PA

“Nancy and Family, Howard will be remembered as you share the stories and the memories of how he lived his life and how very much he meant, may you...Read More » ”
14 of 39 | Posted by: Troy, Amy, Quinlan, Brigham, & Levi Snyder - PA

“Nancy and Family - My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Sincerely, ”
15 of 39 | Posted by: Lori Daniels - Enola, PA

“I had the honor of working with Howard for over 20 years as a police officer and an agent and never met a finer man. My sincere condolences to the...Read More » ”
16 of 39 | Posted by: Craig LeCadre - Harrisburg, PA

“So sorry to hear of your loss. Howard always had a smile for everyone and clearly loved his family. My prayers are with the family. ”
17 of 39 | Posted by: Cindy Rowe - Harrisburg, PA

“Nancy and Family: Please accept my deepest sympathy over the passing of Howard. I had the privledge to meet Howard during his Commonwealth Service,...Read More » ”
18 of 39 | Posted by: Jim Schildt - Elizabethtown, PA

“•Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. ”
19 of 39 | Posted by: Gregory Selgrath Family - PA

“My memories of Howard are fond and plentiful. He was a stand-up friend and fellow BNI agent thru many years. My thoughts and peaceful blessings are...Read More » ”
20 of 39 | Posted by: Karen E. Evancho - Pittsburgh, PA

“Dear Nancy,We are so very sorry for your loss. May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with Howard comfort you and your family today and...Read More » ”
21 of 39 | Posted by: Deborah Thompson - Linwood, NJ

“Nancy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ”
22 of 39 | Posted by: Deb Cochran - Leesport, PA

“Nancy and family, We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and comfort you in this time of sorrow. Kyle,Marianne,Patrick and Nicole Monroe ”
23 of 39 | Posted by: Marianne Monroe - Millersburg, PA

“Dear Nancy and family. I am so so sorry for your loss. If there is anything the Hannaway family can do for you please do not hesitate to let me...Read More » ”
24 of 39 | Posted by: Tudie Hannaway - Rehoboth Beach, DE

“I was so saddened to read about the passing of Howard. He was always a fun guy and graduated the year after me, from MRHS, Linwood NJ. We attended...Read More » ”
25 of 39 | Posted by: Sue Giansanti - EHT, NJ

“Howard was an awesome man who touched alot of lives in our community. His love for life and his family was to be admired...he was always the kind of...Read More » ”
26 of 39 | Posted by: Jessica Faust - Halifax, PA

“Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time. No words can ease your pain. He touched so many people lives...Read More » ”
27 of 39 | Posted by: Michele Loncar and Skip Lontz - PA

“Nancy, Katie, John, Muffy, and Jessica- My heart goes out to you all during this very difficult time. I love you guys and will always be here for you...Read More » ”
28 of 39 | Posted by: Walter Langdon - Mays Landing, NJ

“Nancy, Katie, John, Muffy, Jessica, I share the pain and sorrow of your loss. Howard was a great friend and will be greatly missed. I will always...Read More » ”
29 of 39 | Posted by: Steve Shadle - Millersburg, PA

“Nancy and family, I have admired your family since I first learned to know you (all 6 of you). Although I never had a chance to see Howard much...Read More » ”
30 of 39 | Posted by: Alma Heisey - Palmyra, PA

“Nancy & Family, How do you find the words to express your thoughts at a time like this? Words just don't seem enough. Look to our heavenly father &...Read More » ”
31 of 39 | Posted by: Brenda Bower - Halifax, PA

“We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in all of our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Charlie, Tom, Dick, Paul & Margaret ”
32 of 39 | Posted by: Richard Michaelian - PA

“My thoughts and prayers to the Lynde family. Howard was a special guy and a great co-worker. He will be missed. ”
33 of 39 | Posted by: Jeanne Berlin - Palmyra, PA

“My heart goes out to the Lynde family. Howard was great to work with and a good friend. He touched so many people's lives. May your love for him and...Read More » ”
34 of 39 | Posted by: Dona Reitenbach - Elizabethville, PA

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Howard Lynde family. May God surround you in love, peace and comfort during this sad time. May you...Read More » ”
35 of 39 | Posted by: Melanie & Doug Yeager - PA

“We are so saddened by the loss of Howard and are praying for God to protect, comfort and heal you as a family. ”
36 of 39 | Posted by: Chris Graham and Ellen Police - VA

“To the family Howard was a special person, got to know him through his children he will be sadly missed God bless you all Our thoughts and PRAYERS...Read More » ”
37 of 39 | Posted by: Yo and Liz Weaver - Millersburg, PA

“My deepest sympathies to the Lynde family. Howie was an amazing guy, one of the best. His hugs were the absolute warmest. I pray that God gives you...Read More » ”
38 of 39 | Posted by: Shena Brown - Halifax, PA

“Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time. You are a very loving family and will get thru this together. ...Read More » ”
39 of 39 | Posted by: The Wert Family - Millersburg, PA


MILLERSBURG - Howard John Lynde III, 57, of Millersburg PA, passed away on November 4th. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Nancy Michaelian; his children Katherine (Katie) Lynde Shultz, Howard John Lynde IV, Nancy (Muffy) Lynde, and Jessica Lynde; his son-in-law Douglas Lynde Shultz; his mother Doris Lynde; and a close extended family. The only child of Howard and Doris Lynde, Howard grew up New Jersey. Howard earned a bachelor's degree from Susquehanna University, where he was a member of the football team, and a Master's degree from New Haven University. Howard found his calling in state and federal law enforcement and enjoyed long years of public service as a Connecticut State Trooper, a security specialist for Henry Kissinger, a Special Agent of the U.S. Department of State, and a narcotics investigator for the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office. In retirement he worked for the Department of Homeland Security. He was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and the Pennsylvania Longbow Association. Howard was a very social person, outgoing, expressive, and expansive. He was quick to make everyone he met feel comfortable and welcome. He delighted in his many friends and would do anything for them. He was in his element sitting by a campfire while surrounded by his friends, telling stories with the panache of a master story-teller. Howard loved anything to do with the outdoors: hunting, fishing, archery rendezvous, and his dogs. Above all Howard loved and cherished his family. His greatest joy was gathering his family at the kitchen table. He shared his love of the outdoors with his children. A worship service to celebrate Howard's life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, November 11, 2011, at Ridgeway Community Church of the Brethren, 525 North Progress Avenue, Harrisburg PA 17109. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his name can be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 1054 New Holland Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601. Hoover – Boyer Funeral Homes, Inc., Millersburg is handling the arrangements. To sign the guestbook go to www.hbfuneralhomes.com.