Kenneth E. Howell, age 85, went to be with the Lord on April 1, 2016 in Dayton, Ohio. He was born to the late Oscar and Esta Howell on January 2, 1931 in Manchester, Ohio. Ken worked with the state of Ohio for many years and was a member of Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sarah Howell; four children Deborah (Scott) Posey, Mark (Molly) Howell, Stephen (Jana) Howell, Christopher (Deborah) Howell; eight grandchildren Joshua, Jacob Bryce, Chase, Cole, Trent, Reed, Riley; brothers, sisters and many family and friends. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and son Michael. A visitation will be held at Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church in Dayton, Ohio on Thursday, April 7, 2016 from 9am-10am with a mass to follow at 10am. Burial will take place at Willow View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church.