Philip Alexander Howe, Jr.
 

Memorial for Philip Alexander Howe, Jr.

Born in Wynnewood, PA on Dec. 24, 1963
Departed on May 11, 2012 and resided in Bear, DE.

Philip Alexander Howe, Jr. 48, of Bear, DE passed away May 11, 2012. He was born to Philip Alexander Howe, Sr. and Barbara Jeanne Vincent-Howe on December 24, 1963, in Wynnewood, PA.

He was a 1981 graduate of West Chester East High School, where he was an Honor Student, talented Artist and a fantastic athlete. As a member of the gymnastic team, he finished first in the District and placed third in the State of Pennsylvania for individual Vault. He had a great love for the sport of gymnastics, a natural talent and often traveled with his team to area schools performing exhibitions.

Upon Graduating from high school, he attended Delaware County Community College where he earned an Associate Degree and enjoyed being a DJ for the college radio station. He later attended Cheyney University, where he majored in Communications, and also earned an Associate Degree from the Art Institute of Philadelphia. Philip had a love for art and all types of music. He was incredibly talented and could draw and play music without any formal instruction. Early in life he learned to play the Baritone trumpet, guitar, harmonica, and loved to sing as well.

He was a member of Salem Baptist Church in Jenkintown, PA., where he sang in the choir alongside his father. As a career he worked as a Graphic Artist for several years until his health no longer allowed him. His mother Barbara dedicated her life to caring for him and he loved spending time with family.

Philip is survived by his parents, Barbara and Philip, Sr.; his brother Todd A. Howe of Philadelphia; his sisters Mareya S. Howe-Chambers of Phoenixville; Devon C. Curtis of Lafayette Hill, PA and predeceased in death by a brother Craig Steven Howe. He leaves behind 4 nephews, 3 nieces, 2 Great Aunts; Ethyl Gelate, Elizabeth Williams and a host of Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

A private family memorial will be held at a future date. The family asks that you consider their privacy at this difficult time.

This Memorial Obituary provided by DeBaptiste Funeral Homes, Inc.