Aunt Dee,
We are sorry to hear about Uncle Howard we are going to miss him. He was a very loving person and cared about everyone. My dad brings up Howard everyday telling me some of the adventures that they had done and probabley some stress for you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
The Crabtree's
Daniel Howard Crabtree

Dee, We were so sorry to hear about Howard. We only found out a few days ago. Howard was such a good friend to my brother Danny, he always called me his brother's sister and always sent me a bday card since our birthdays were only a day apart. We knew him as a teenager and he was my brother's best friend. He'll be missed by all that knew him.

Kay & Paul Hammitt & Family

To the Chappelle Family
I was very sad to hear of Howards passing. He was a very dear friend to many. I got to know Howard at the mill. He treated me like one of his own and found time to spend a few moments with me during his chip unloading. He even showed me how to get loose items from inside the trucks by hitting this big red button jerking everything upward.

God give comfort to his family and as they will be in my prayers.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Chappelle family during this difficult time.
I grew to know Howard well during our late night chats while he was in the hospital receiving chemotherapy. I will miss seeing him at the "club" each morning. It always seemed that no matter what obstacles life threw his way, he always had a smile and reassuring laugh. I know he is now at peace and no longer in pain. May you rest in peace Howard and perhaps one day we can share a "slurpee" and another one of our nice long talks. I will miss you.

Dearest Dee and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Howard's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family. May God give you comfort and peace knowing he is no longer suffering. We thought so much of Howard and respected him greatly and will miss him.

Sincerely, Troy and Vicki