Howe; Robert (Employee of Mid Ontario; Fire Fighter, Ramara Township)- Passed away at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 after a short courageous battle with cancer; in his 47th year. Robert, beloved husband and best friend of Stacy (nee Petrie). Loving father of Phoenyx Howe (Steve), Rob Barnes, Mandi Howe, Jonathon Howe and Shane Howe (predeceased). Son of Joyce Johnston and the late Basil Howe (predeceased). Dear stepson of Fern Pelletier and Bert Beardwood. Brother of Terrie Johnston (Stephen), Sam McKinnon (John), Sherri Fleming (Gary) and Bill Beardwood (Ellen). Fondly remembered by many step brothers & sisters, nieces & nephews. Fondly remembered by the Petrie family and his many friends. Sadly missed by his faithful companions Baxter, Bear, Keeper and Metro (predeceased). Following cremation the family will receive relatives and friends at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia from 6-9PM Friday and on Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 from 12 noon until time of service in the chapel at 1 o'clock. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated by the family.