Obituaries

September 15, 1985 to November 11, 2020

WINAMAC - Robert Lee Howard-Button, 35, of Winamac, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Nov. 11 from a heart attack at Advocate Trinity Hospital in Chicago.

He was born Sept. 15, 1985 in Knox, to Jerry Ray and Sharon Howard Button. He was fondly known as “Big Bob” or “Tiny” but many just knew him as “Bob.” He graduated from Winamac High School in 2004.

Survivors include:
Jerry and Sharon Button, Winamac, Parents
Nicole Wolford, Winamac, Fiancée
Raeleigh Howard, Winamac, Daughter
Jerry and Janet Button, Winamac, Paternal Grandparents
Lloyd Jackie and Phyllis Howard, Knox, Maternal Grandfather
Irene Swanson, Knox, Maternal Grandmother
Lisa Wilson, Ora, Sister
Keisha Wright, Delong, Sister
Kyle Button, Winamac, Brother
Donnie Wolford, Winamac, Father-in-law
Victoria Wolford, Lafayette, Mother-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins

Preceded in death by:
Bentley Wayne Button, Infant Son
Jeremy Scott Button, Infant Brother
Lloyd “Buster” Howard, Uncle
Cord Colgrove, Best Friend

Mr. Howard-Button was self-employed. He was an avid dirt track racer and fan. He was a friend to everyone on and off the track. He enjoyed the outdoors and working on anything with wheels. More than anything, he loved spending time with his friends and family. He loved his fiancée, Nicole, and his daughter, Raeleigh, who was the light of his life. Although he left us way too soon, Bob has left us with wonderful memories that will last forever.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Private Burial will take place at Mt. Zion-Franklin Township Cemetery in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the family.

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