Robert James Howell

Robert James Howell, 54, of Lynchburg, died Saturday, March 06, 2010.

Robert was born July 07, 1955 in Rantoul, Illinois, a son of Erna Grab Howell and the late George Raymond Howell.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his girlfriend, Ann Ramey.

He was preceded in death by a brother: George Thomas Howell.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 pm on Monday, March 8, 2010 at Tharp Funeral Home.  A funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Monday, March 8, 2010 in the chapel of Tharp Funeral Home with Msgn. J. Kenneth Rush, Celebrant.  Interment will be in Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery and a reception will follow at Holy Cross Catholic Church.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Lynchburg Humane Society, 3305 Naval Reserve Road, Lynchburg, Va 24501 or the charity of your choice.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424.