Obituaries

December 24, 1941 to February 21, 2025

FRANCESVILLE - Mary Beth Howat, 83, of Francesville, passed away Friday, Feb. 21, at Parkview Haven Retirement Home in Francesville.

She was born Dec. 24, 1941 in Monon, to the late Farrell and Elizabeth (Ward) Bailey. She graduated from Monon High School in 1959 and briefly attended Indiana State College. On May 26, 1961, she married William Joseph Howat in Medaryville. He passed away Dec. 21, 2010.

Mary Beth Howat

She is survived by:
Edward (Kim) Howat, Lafayette, Son
Corey (Chelsea) Howat, Francesville, Grandson
Ryan (Amber) Howat, Francesville, Grandson
Evan (Lindsay Reinholt) Howat, Star City, Grandson
J. Tyler (fiancée: Sara Lewandowski) Howat, Lafayette, Grandson
Drew Howat, Lafayette, Grandson
9 Great-Grandchildren (1 on the way)
Farrell Douglas Bailey, Francesville, Brother
John (Sandra) Bailey, Warrenton, VA, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
James Howat, Son
Marsha Bailey, Sister-in-law

Mrs. Howat retired from West Central Schools where she had worked as the corporation treasurer for many years. She also held various other jobs and worked hard throughout her life. She was an avid Purdue men’s basketball fan. Years ago, she enjoyed bowling and playing cards. Most of all, she cherished being a Granny/GiGi to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed. The family thanks the staff at Parkview Haven for their tender care of Mary Beth: We take comfort in knowing that she is now pain free and at peace.

A graveside service will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 24, at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville, with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Parkview Haven Retirement Home.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.