Howard D. Lammers
July 23, 1937 ~ May 13, 2002
Howard D. Lammers, 64, of Weirton, died Monday, May 13, 2002, at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer.
He was born on July 23, 1937 in Hartington, Nebraska, a son of the late Fred and Freda (Wieseler) Lammers. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, James and Harold Lammers.
Howard retired with 37 years of service from the Weirton Steel Corp. where he worked as a Systems Analyst in Management Services. He was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, St. Joseph's Holy Name Society, Weirton Steel Management Club, Knights of Columbus #3734, Pheasant Forever, Four Seasons, and the Madonna Boosters. Howard served his country in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1962. He was a former little league baseball coach and enjoyed golfing with his family and friends.
Howard is survived by his wife, Marian (Klash) Lammers of Weirton, whom he married on August 20, 1960; his mother-in-law, Anne Klash of Weirton; one son, David Lammers and his wife Carole of Weirton; one daughter, Janice Greene and her husband Tim of Charleston, WV; one brother, Francis Lammers and his wife Margaret of Hartington, Nebraska; two sisters, Mary Ann Hirschman of Laurel, Nebraska and Georgiane Disher of West Point, Nebraska; and four grandchildren, Zachary Greene, Alexandria Greene, Madison Lammers, and Kaitlyn Lammers.
Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 PM Wednesday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main St., Weirton, WV. A Knights of Columbus Rosary will be held 7 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 12 Noon Thursday at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Weirton, followed by burial at St. Paul Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Madonna High School, Park Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062 or the American Cancer Society, Hancock County Unit, P.O. Box 2166, Weirton, WV 26062.
Share tributes with his family at www.grecohertnick.com.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Marian, So sorry to hear of your loss. Will always remember him from the ballfield. My thoughts and prayers are with you. sincerely, Jerry Hamill
David, Carole, Marion, Janice, Tim and kids, We are truly sorry for your loss. Howard will truly be missed by all who knew him. Always remember that he will always be with you and that he is at eternal peace with our Lord. We are here if your need anything, just call. All our love, Gary, Mary, Sara, and Matthew
Marion, David, Carole, Janice, Tim, Zak, Alex, Madison and Kaitlyn: I am very sorry for the loss of your husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and friend. Howard was a very nice person and will be missed by a lot of people. I know he will always be in your hearts. Leonard and I liked him very much. If you need anything, let me know. I’ll keep Katie (or Madison, too) anytime you need me. Love, (Aunt) Susan
Marion, David, Carole, Janice & Tim, Your husband and father was a wonderful man! We will always remember him as a true friend that would do anything for you. Howard had the unique ability to be filled with laughter… something this world needs a lot more of. We will miss him dearly and we feel better that he is no longer suffering from his terrible illness. We love your family and thank you for your terrific friendship. Vic, Isha, & kids
To Howard’s Family: You have my deepest and sincere sympathy, in this time of your loss. Howard was a wonderful man, whom I had the privilege of working with my entire 28 years at Weirton. We had so many good times at work, playing softball, and just partying. I became much closer with Howard, while driving back and forth with him, for a year, while working in Pittsburgh. We had so many wonderful conversations, and you could always tell how proud Howard was of his family, and how much he loved his family. I will miss him very much. My thoughts and prayers will always be with your family. John Cipriani
Our prayers are with all of you at this time. No more suffering and pain, he is at rest with the Lord. He put up a tough fight and he has won the victory with Him.Precious memories of your loved one will be with you always. Treasure them.
Our prayers are with you at this time. Howard was a good man with strong loyalties to his family and community. He always had a smile on his face and something witty to say to lighten a serious conversation. He fought the good fight and is now at home with our Lord but his memory will live on forever. Love, Tony and Ruth
Marian, David, Carole, Janice, Tim, I am so sorry to hear about Howard. I will always remember him as Santa at the Greco gathering. I enjoyed when he came to visit my Uncle Vic when we were in Weirton. The rivalry between the Cornhuskers and Wolverine football teams added to the conversation. I wish I was able to come down to pay my respects, but you will be in our thoughts and our prayers will be with you. Mike/Debbie/Alex Greco
Aunt Marian and family, we are truly sadden about the passing of Uncle Howard. I loved having him as a godfather. One of our best memories that we have had with you and him was the time we spent together in California. He was in our prayers and thoughts and always will be. I truely hope he is in peace now and wish that he will be one of my greeters when I reach the kingdom.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers. HUGS, KISSES AND LOVE ALWAYS