Howard James Farrell, age 71 died Sunday, March 13, 2011 at Desoto Memorial Hospital in Arcadia, FL. He was born on May 24, 1939 in Escanaba, MI to Gladys and Archie Farrell. At time of death Howard and his wife Julie were residing in Zolfo Springs, FL. A few years after discharging from the Air Force, Howard married Julie Levendoske. Although they resided 6 years in Klondike, WI, the majority of time was spent raising their family in Hardwood, MI. Howard spent the majority of his work history in the construction industry, and has been retired for the past 10 years. Howard and his wife spent most of their retired years traveling to warmer destinations in the winter months and enjoyed time visiting their children and grandchildren during the summer months He is survived by his loving wife Julie Farrell (Levendoske) of Zolfo Springs, FL; two children Christine Gill (Shon) of Green Bay, WI and James Farrell (Megan) of Hortonville, WI. Grandchildren; Brandt and Collin Gill and Jovi Farrell Sister; Donna Noeske (Richard) of Satellite Beach, FL Howard was preceded in death by Sisters; Jeanette Farrell, Joan Moore, Patricia Cazzola Memorial Service will be held at a later date and will be announced at that time. Online condolences can be made at pongerkaysgrady.com Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.