BUCKHOLZ, Howard Lee 1961-2014

BUCKHOLZ, SCHWERIN, RINGWALD

Posted By: County Coordinator
Date: 12/8/2014 at 11:33:50

Howard Buchholz

Howard Buchholz, 53, of Forest City, formerly of Charles City, died Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014, at his home.

Memorial services for Howard Buchholz will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec.r 13, 2014, at Messiah Lutheran Church. Pastor Jane Keel will officiate. Inurnment will be at a later date.

The family will greet friends Saturday from 9 a.m. until service time.

Howard Lee Buchholz was born August 30, 1961, at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, the son of Elmer and Judith (Schwerin) Buchholz, Jr. He graduated from Charles City High School and from North Iowa Area Community College.

Howard proudly served in the United States Army for eight years. On May 24, 1981, he married Teresa Ringwald. They later divorced.

For many years Howard was employed at Curries Company in Mason City. His interests included riding his Harley, attending rock concerts and playing computer games.

Living family members include two sons, Ryan (Jessica) Buchholz of Madison, Wis., and Cory Hastings of Charles City; his parents, Elmer (Judith) Bucholz, Jr.; and cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

The Hauser Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, in Charles City, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com .

Source: Charles City Press website