Rev. Paul H. Howells, 88, husband of Carol (Stortz) Howells, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at Frederick Living.
Born in Shamokin, he was the son of the late Lewis and Marian (Staller) Howells.
Rev. Howells served at West Pikeland Parish in Chester Co., and Nativity Lutheran Church in Allentown, where he organized and became the first pastor to the church. He was also Director of Outdoor Ministry for The Eastern PA Synod of Lutheran Churches of America and the National Staff of Lutheran Church of America. As of 2006, he was still doing interim pastoral work at New Hanover Lutheran Church.
Rev. Howells had a passion for the outdoors, he loved hiking and long distance running, competing in many marathons both local and abroad, including the Boston Marathon. It is not a surprise that he combined his love of the outdoors with his commitment to the church, starting Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, giving youth a chance to grow their faith.
His leadership and inspiration was recently recognized when he was awarded the Manlove-Howells award - a legacy he leaves behind for others.
Surviving with his wife are sons, Jonathan P. Howells, of Oval, and David J. Howells, of Lancaster; daughters, Ruth A. Schlechter, of Blandon, and Carol S. Ivone, of Quarryville; 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
He is predeceased by his brothers, Lewis M. and Carlton R.; and sister, Eleanor Bossler.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 27, 11:30 a.m. at New Hanover Lutheran Church, 2941 Lutheran Rd., Gilbertsville, PA 19525.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Hanover Lutheran Church at the above address, or The Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, 1218 W. Addison St., Chicago, IL, 60613, www.lomnetwork.org, or Frederick Living Benevolent Fund, 2849 Big Rd., Frederick, PA 19435.
Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Gilbertsville is in charge of arrangements.
Send condolences at www.catagnusfuneralhomes.com
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One less around the campfire here on earth, and one more around the eternal campfire in heaven. RIP Paul.