Daniel Richard Howard, 59, died due to complications of MS, on January 26, at St. John’s Skilled Nursing in St. Louis, MO.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. and Marie Butz Howard. 

Beloved companion of Joyce Thompson and friend to her children: Christina and Emmett Rodriguez & Anita and Tim Russell.  Loving brother and brother-in-law of:  Paul & Gale Howard; Phil Howard; Jean & Richard Riezman. 

Dear uncle to Andrew & Anna Howard; Brian Howard; James & Christy Howard; Andrea & Lee Marshall; Jonathan & Joseph Riezman.  Dear cousin and friend to many. 

 Dan was born in St. Louis on Oct. 20, 1951. He enjoyed working as a surveyor as he loved the outdoors. As Dan’s MS progressed he turned to his love of music and became an accomplished musician who played piano, guitar, harmonica & other instruments, all by ear. He was an avid astronomer.  As you look into the night sky, you will find the “Daniel R” star, formerly known as Sagitta RA 19h 39m 2s D 18* 15*. Throughout his lengthy illness, Dan kept a positive attitude; an awesome legacy and gift to his family. 

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 5, at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Brentwood, 9321 Litzsinger Rd., 63144.  Contributions may be sent to Mt. Calvary or the MS Society. There will be a visitation starting at 12:30 and a reception will follow the service at the Fellowship Hall.