Agnes E. Hower

Agnes E. Hower, age 88, of Bloomsburg, died peacefully on Sunday afternoon, September 8, 2013 at her home with her children by her side, and under the care of Columbia Montour Home Hospice. Agnes was born on Sunday, April 12, 1925 in Danville, a daughter of the late Alonzo and Adda (Sears) Krum, Sr. Agnes completed her education as a member of the 1944 Graduating Class of the Danville High School. Following her education, Agnes married her beloved husband, the late James D. Hower, Sr., on June 25, 1944. She was a devoted life-long member of the Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ in Bloomsburg. When time allowed, Agnes loved playing dominos, crosswords, and a puzzle enthusiast. She also had a talent for needle work, and a very green thumb in gardening. Agnes spent her entire life caring and providing for her family and children in many ways. The memories that they have shared together throughout the years will always be cherished. On September 28, 2000, Agnes was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, James D. Hower, Sr. She was also preceded by a son: James D. Hower, Jr. on February 21, 1993; and by four brothers: Ronald J. Krum, Alonzo Krum, Jr., Calvin W. Krum, and Frederick Krum. Survivors include a daughter: Kim A. Young of Bloomsburg; a son: Dale E. Hower and wife, Thayes, of Santee, CA; a grandson: Chad Young of Bloomsburg; two sisters: MaryAlice Carodiskey and Grace E. Mensch both of Danville; and also by a brother: John R. Krum, Sr. of Danville. A time of Visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, September 14 from 9 to 10 a.m. from the Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, 260 E. 7th Street, Bloomsburg. Funeral services will begin on Saturday, September 14 at 10 a.m. also from the Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, Bloomsburg with her pastor, Rev. Stephen D. Engelhardt, officiating. Agnes will be laid to rest next to her late husband in Lime Ridge. The Hower family is being assisted by the Allen Funeral Home, Inc., 745 Market at Eighth Street, Bloomsburg. Memorial contributions in Agnes’s name are suggested to: Women in Mission, c/o Trinity Reformed U.C.C., 260 E. 7th St., Bloomsburg or to Columbia Montour Home Hospice, 410 Glenn Ave., Suite 200, Bloomsburg, PA 17815.

Agnes E. Hower

April 12, 1925 - September 8, 2013