Paul E. Howenstein

Paul E. Howenstein, loving father, brother and friend passed away peacefully on October 21st 2026 surrounded by his family after fighting a battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Born on January 16, 1957 in Elgin, Illinois. Paul was a beacon of strength and resilience throughout his 69 years.

Born to Clifford and Patricia Howenstein. Paul was raised in a loving family that installed him with a sense of loyalty and dedication. He graduated from Larkin high school in 1975. Paul was a man of many talents spending his life working as a fabricator, warehouse work, welder, and some work in concrete. In his retirement years, he found a passion for mowing yards, and you could always find him, towing his lawnmower around town with a smile on his face.

Paul had an immense love for the St. Louis Cardinals and pass that love down to his children and grandchildren. He cherished moments at his Lakeside camper with his family fishing, drinking beer and sharing stories.

Those who knew Paul remember him as a man of great character; stubborn and set in his ways, yet always lend a helping hand. He possessed a heart of gold, and was never shy to share his knowledge and skills with others.

Paul is survived by his son Joseph; daughter Donna and her husband Jesse ; daughter Cindy and her husband Marty, and brother Larry. Nieces and nephews; Betty, Marvin, Richard Jr, Marlo, and Peggy. Along with his grandchildren; Jacob and his wife Morgan, Dallas, Annabelle, Sierra, and David. His very beloved friends; Irma, Shelly, Jeff, Barb, Dan, Wendy, Steve, and his west coast friends, and many more.

He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Clifford and Patricia, sister Ann and her husband Marvin, brother Richard, and his daughters Heather and Jennifer.