Michael J. Howard

Of Saugus.  Age 68, died on Wednesday, May 24th, at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. He was the husband of Rebecca (Reed) Howard. Born in Melrose and raised in Saugus, Mr. Howard was the son of the late Charles W. and Ann (McMinamin) Howard. A member of Saugus High Class of 1972, he was a retired union electrician.

   Mr. Howard is survived by his two children, Michael P. Howard and his fiancée Danielle of Lynn and Janai Matt and her husband Nicky of Saugus; three grandchildren, Gianna, Brody and Colton; and one brother, Charles M. Howard of NH. He was predeceased by his sister Beverly LeBlanc.

   Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on Tuesday, May 30. In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s memory may be made to World Series Park, c/o 8 Holden Ave., Saugus, MA 01906.