of Clarkston, passed away on March 18, 2017 at the age of 65. Beloved son of Ruth Strahan. Loving father of Veronica (Darren) Kern, Jason Baker, and Kyle Baker. Proud grandfather of Joshua, Conner, Bryce, and Asianna. Dear brother of Barbara, Yolonda (Michael), Brenda (Rod), Betty (Andy), Beverly (Victor), and Susan (Kevin). Howard is survived by many loving friends, including those at the Serenity Club. Howard loved music, growing roses, and his classic Chevy truck. Howard had a way of making people feel safe and loved. He touched many lives with his willingness to listen and counsel. He was funny, crazy, extremely intelligent, and he had an immense ability to see through the b.s. There are no words to express the degree of sorrow we feel and how much he will be missed.p