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In Memory Of

Katherine Elizabeth Howell

January 17, 1987 – September 3, 2011

Katherine Elizabeth Howell–

Our beloved daughter, sister and friend, Katherine (Katie) Elizabeth Howell
passed away at home on September 3, 2011 due to medication interactions. Katie
loved spending time with her friends – listening to music, watching movies
and talking. She loved her three cats (Froid, Boots and Bug) and spent many
hours entertaining them. She loved riding her scooter and especially helping
people. She and Jory Bonem were to marry this weekend.

Katie was born to Harry and Sheri (Sherrodd) Howell in Gillette, Wyoming on
January 17, 1987. Born two months premature, Katie took her first plane ride
to Denver Children’s Hospital, instilling a passion for travel forever. She
moved to Helena at age 7, and graduated from Helena High School in 2005. She
attended college at New School of Architecture, then San Diego City College
before returning to Montana. She graduated from MSU with a BA in Psychology
in 2010. She worked at the Pattern House, Starbucks in San Diego and Helena
and City Brew in Bozeman while going to school. Most recently, she applied
her organizational skills working as an administrative assistant at Sage
Medical Clinic. She was studying medical coding and planning graduate
studies later on.

Katie is survived by her parents, Harry and Sheri Howell; brothers, Cody,
Dillon, and Bridger; grandparents, Leo and Charlotte Sherrodd; aunts and
uncles, Lowell, Patrick, Mark and Kevin Sherrod, George Howell, Jackie and
Phyllis Howell and Fran Larson; and many cousins. Katie was preceded in death
by her sister, Kelly.
Visitation hours will begin at noon with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 8th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 9th at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church, (Corner of Stuart and Henderson). Memorials in Katie’s name are suggested to the Lewis & Clark Humane Society P.O. Box 4455 Helena, Montana 59604 or to an organization of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.

Katie put a smile on everyone’s face and touched the lives of many people.
She will be forever missed.

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  1. Katie was such a spunky woman with a passion for fighting for the underdog! Her tenacity was admired by everyone & she will be sorely missed! Our family’s prayers are with you as you grieve..

  2. To all of the Howell family and Jory Bonem,
    I will miss Katie’s big beautiful smile and all of her hugs. She holds a very special place in my heart. She has given me many sweet memory’s to hold onto. She came into this world too early and left much too early. She is just getting Heaven ready for us. I’ll bet she colored it pink and has a kitten for everyone… Love you much
    Barb and family

  3. Cody and Family,
    So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and in my heart. Much love to all of you.

  5. I am a blessed woman! I have the best best friend a girl could ask for! We made a pact never to leave each other behind, and I know you are just saving a place for me! I know Heaven is extra sparkly pink because you are there.
    I love you. Always have, always will. For always!

  6. Sheri, you are such a support to your patients and loved by them. It is with deepest sympathy that you have suffered such a loss. My thoughts are with you.

  8. I’m so sorry for your loss. bless you and your family you and your family will be in my prayers. Nothing I can say or do will help you but if you need to talk I’m here.

  12. Oh how my heart aches for you, her family. You tried so hard. She tried so hard. Sherry, I love and miss you so much. Wish I had a magic wand. We could fix it all! Cindy

  13. We are in shock over Katie’s death. We can’t imagine what you are going through. Please know we love you and we’re praying for you to be comforted.

  14. My heart is breaking for you and I am so very sorry that your family has to go through this terrible loss. Know that I am here for you. I love you.

  15. Sheri, my sincerest condolences to you and your family in this time of sorrow. My heart aches for you and I want so much just to hug you. Please know that although we may never undestand why you can be at ease to know that she is in a good place with our lord and savior Jesus Christ. I will keep you in my prayers.

  16. Our prayers are with you & your family. We pray God will heal your broken hearts… Please let us know if there is anything we can do at this time that would help!

  20. We am so sorry for your loss. Faith consists in believing when it is beyond the power of reason to believe. You have to believe that Katie was here for a reason and your connection could never be broken. It may be easier with know that it may be one day further from the last time you saw her but one day closer to the next time you can see her.

  21. Sheri, Harry, Cody, Dillon, and Bridger, please know that my heart is heavy. I am so very sorry for your loss of Katie. She was a beautiful young woman. I watched her over the years transform like a flower. I pray you find some comfort in your Faith. God will take care of her.

  22. Although I only had the pleasure of meeting Katie eight months ago, she was always smiling and ready to chat when I saw her. She was a very special person and will be missed. May God be with all of you during this time of loss.

  23. May the memories of Katie bring you comfort and may our God put His arms around you to bring you comfort. Many prayers.

  24. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember Katie from the days at Ray Bjork school. May your memories of her be kept close to your heart.

  25. Shari and family-I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out about Katie’s passing and offer my sincerest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you. God Bless you.

  27. Sheri & Family
    So sorry for you loss my prayers are with you all.
    Katherine will always be with you in spirit all the days of your life
    with Deepest Sympathy
    from the George R. Wilson

  29. Dr. Howell and family,

    My heart broke when I heard about Katie. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  30. I am so sad to hear about Katie’s death. She was a dear young lady and a student in my Spanish I class. Your family is in my prayers.

  31. Hello…you don’t know me but I am dear Laramie friend of Mark Sherrodd family. They mean the world to me and therefore I hope to offer my sympathy for the tragic loss of your dear Katie. I have heard such wonderful things of this talented young lady. My prayers and thoughts are here with you. May all the love around you offer some tiny comfort at this terrible time. With sincere sympathy, Katey Cobb Laramie WY

  32. Dear Howell family,
    I was so saddened to hear about Katie. My deepest condolences go out to you during this difficult time. May it put you at peace knowing Katie is at peace in heaven.
    God bless,
    Katie McLean

  33. Dr. Howell and family, my heart sank when I heard of Katie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

  34. Sheri and family,

    So sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter. You are in my prayers.

    Kellie Longtine

  35. My heart is so heavy with saddness for the family and friends of this young women. I did not know her but I know her Mom and I am so sorry for your lose. May God be with all of you during this time and wrap you all in his arms and comfort you.

  36. Sheri,
    I am so very sorry for your loss. There are really no words other than; know God is with you through this and He will be there always. Hang on to your faith and he will hold you up when you need it the most. God Bless you and your family. Kelly

  37. I am very saddened about your loss. My heart goes out to your family in this difficult time. You are in my thoughts.

  38. I am so very sorry for your loss, Howell family. I feel blessed to have gotten to know Katie. I cheered with her in High School for 2 years and have continued to think of her often. She was always so sweet to everyone and was a wonderful person to be around. I will be praying for God’s love to surround you.

  39. Dr. Howell and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Katie’s passing. My heart aches for you all. I remember Katie when she would come in for a hair cut. She was always so kind and had such a beautifully quiet spirit. What an amazingly wonderful person. I feel fortunate to have known her. You will all be in my prayers and thoughts in the days and months to come. God Bless you, Linda

  42. Shari,
    My sincere sympathy to you and your family following the tragic loss of Katie.
    Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    In friendship,
    Marlene, your fellow Sweet Adeline chorus member.

  43. Sheri, Harry and boys,
    We are so sorry about the loss of Katie. She was a special girl and she will be missed by all her friends and family. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  44. Dr. Howell and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

  46. Dr. Howell and family – I am so sorry for the terrible loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  48. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in Gods love.

  49. Words cannot possibly be found to express to you our sorrow in your loss of Katie. We were blessed to have known her and all of you and for the friendship she and Caitlin shared. Our prayers are with you all.

  50. We are so very, very sorry. Words are so inadequate at a time like this but know that you are cared for, Katie continues to be loved, and others share in some small way your pain and loss.

  51. Dear Dr. Howell and Family, We just learned of the passing of your beloved daughter Katie. Please accept our deepest condolences and know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  54. we are so sorry to here of your loss, you are in our heaarts and prayers.

    always, scott and family

  55. Oh my gosh! I can’t even come up with words to express my sympathy for your loss. Having experienced a loss of a loved one recently myself, I know how painful & shocking this must be to you all. Please know that I am thinking of and praying for you all. Hold on to the memories, cherish them, and allow yourselves to greive. It will take time and believe it or not, time will help heal, not completely, I don’t think anyone can heal completely, but time will definitely help heal. I am so very sorry. Love and prayers to you all.

  56. There are no words or actions that can say what I feel right now for you Sheri and your family! She was the light of your life and everyone that ever met Katie.

    Sheri and Bill Smith

  57. Katie always had a kind word and a smile whenever I came into Sage Medical Clinic. I was deeply saddened when I read of her passing. Heaven is a brighter place with her there. Sbe will be missed by many. God Bless your family and friends.

  58. My deepest sympathy to you all. We always believe that our children should bury us not the other way around. I know how it feels to loose a child in the prime of their life but I must tell you tha time does help you remember all the good times and ease the hurt you are feeling now. God bless you all.

  59. We are so very sad to here of Katies passing. She touched us both with her testimony of her mission to Guatemaula & working at each of your work places. I remenber her as an exited Christian & considered her a friend.
    Love to all Her Family!

  60. Doc,
    I am so sorry…. I wish there was someting else I could say. Your daughter will be missed dearly. Just know I love ya and you and your family are in my prayers.We will all see her again in Glory.
    Steve

  61. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

  63. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my heart. I pray for peace and comfort in the days ahead.

  64. I didn’t know Katie, nor do I know the family, but while reading her obit in the Gillette News Record I felt compelled to send my condolences. My heart breaks for her family and her fiance. I will lift you all up in prayer.
    Peace.

  65. Harry, Shari and the entire Howell family. Our hearts and prayers go with you during this very difficult time. Katie was like one of our own, her memory will live in our home forever! Please know that we care and we are here for you all.

  66. I went to high school with Katie and she was a wonderful person. I am terribly sorry for your loss and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  67. So sorry for Katie’s passing. Sad things happen and there is no blame or fault it is just sad. My prayers are with you all.

  68. My heart just fell when I heard of Katie’s passing. I am thinking of all of you and praying for peace of mind and comfort for your hearts.

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