Chet J Howard

February 24, 1954 - March 19, 2021

Chet J Howard passed away Friday, March 19th, 2021, at his home. He was 67. Chet was an avid outdoorsman at heart. He loved being outside, camping, and fishing. He was a man who enjoyed taking a hands-on approach to life. He dedicated most of his life to serving people, especially the Boy Scouts of America. He was known for his vast knowledge of scouting and his bushy red mustache. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, and many various awards, including becoming a Silver Beaver in 1986. He was born February 24th, 1954 to Jack Howard and Lucille Mickelson. Chet was an only child raised in Fremont CA, and Manti, UT, which he had fond memories of, and often told. While living in Provo, he met his wife Louisa Mary Erickson. They were married in 1980 in the Manti Temple, and had 5 children together. He retired from UPS after serving 31 years, and was living the retired life to the fullest. Chet is survived by his wife, Louisa; his children, Christopher, Justin, Danielle and her husband Bob Thomas, Bradley and his wife Andrea, Kyle; four grandchildren, Taylor, Zachary, Katie, and Samantha. Services will be held Friday, March 26th @ 11:00 A.M., Orem Stake Center, 575 East 800 North, Orem, UT. Followed by a brief graveside service at the Orem Cemetery, 1520 North 800 East, Orem, UT.