19-Oct-1933 - 23-Feb-2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Alfred Howitt on Sunday February 23, 2025 at the age of 91 at his residence in Newmarket.
William was predeceased by his loving wife Patricia Howitt, his two daughters Denise and Carol and his parents Florence and William Howitt
William leaves behind his son Robert Howitt (Linda), his step daughters Kathy Howitt (Rick Chowns) and Kim Edwards (Don), his step sons Derrick Scarlett (Janice) and Adam Scarlett (Joanne) along with many grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family. He will be dearly missed by his cousin Beth McCarthy and his dear friends Les and Christine Kerr.
Bill retired from Canada Post in1989. Bill was a very proud and private man who loved his sports especially golf, hockey, baseball and curling. He enjoyed spending his retirement years at the Newmarket Senior Center playing cards and darts.
There will be a viewing on Friday March 7, 2025 starting at 11am followed by a service at 1pm (reception to follow) at Taylor Funeral Home, 524 Davis Dr. His wishes are to be cremated and be interred with his wife Patricia Howitt.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Society.