Howard Thomas Beynon
April 9, 1960 ~ October 9, 2020
Howard Thomas Beynon, of Weirton, died October 9, 2020, after a hard-fought battle with lung cancer. He was 60 years old.
Howard was born in Weirton, WV, on April 9, 1960, the youngest of five children born to John Kenneth and Patricia Dee Ingalls Beynon.
Howard grew up in Weirton and graduated from Weir High School in 1978. In 1980 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps for four years. As a corporal in the marines, serving in Beruit, Howard took great pride in serving his country as a helicopter mechanic. His knowledge and love of aircraft and airplanes carried with him throughout his life.
When Howard returned to Weirton, he accepted a job as a lithographer with Anchor Hocking, which later became Crown Cork and Seal. He worked as a lithographer for decades until he was not physically able. He then changed careers and was trained to be a Black Jack dealer at Mountaineer Racetrack and Gaming Resort.
In 1987 Howard met Sharon Canella, and it was love at first sight. They married on June 17, 1989, and they enjoyed 33 happy years together. They would not change them for the world.
They enjoyed spending time with family and friends, watching WVU and Steeler football, and riding their Harley Davidson. They cherished the rides out west to Colorado, Arizona, South Dakota, and New Mexico. For fun, Howard, a talented singer, enjoyed singing karaoke.
Howard and Sharon nourished their faith at Weirton Alliance Church.
In addition to his parents, Howard was preceded in death by his two brothers, Jeffrey R. and Douglas K. Beynon.
He will be remembered with love by his wife, Sharon Canella Beynon; his brother, Kevin S. Beynon; his sister, Janice E. Moore; his brothers and sisters in law, Sarvey and Maria Canella, and Natalie and Mike May, an Gail Beynon; his nieces and nephews, Sean, Jennifer, Danielle, Michael, Adam, Jonathan, Zachary, Nicholas, Gino, Ciara, Michael, Michael, Sarah and Andrew; and his beloved American Eskimo/Shelty, Mia.
Howard will be cremated with no formal funeral services. Expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society.
Cremation arrangements are under the care of the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
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Sharon, so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the both of you in this difficult time. Love, Anthony
My thoughts and prayers to the family. I grew up with Howie. I lived on S. 12th Street behind his house. Great memories of our time together. God bless.
Sharon and Family: We are so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. I’m sure there are many treasured memories. May he Rest with Jesus- and May you be comforted knowing you will meet again. God bless! Joe and Patti Barnabei
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Howard Thomas Beynon, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Marine Veteran, Howard Thomas Beynon, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Sharon, Words can not express how deeply saddened I feel for you. In this time, I hope you are able to reflect on your incredible memories of 33 years. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Paula Herraiz
Sharon, so sorry to hear of your loss. You were the perfect couple. Howard changed your life. You were a wonderful teacher to work with and a good friend. Treasure the wonderful memories you have. Thinking of you fondly, David Stevens
Dear Kevin and Family, We are sorry for your loss and share your sorrow on the earthly passing of a beloved brother, husband, father and uncle. May God be with you. Grant Beamer and Susan Spencer-Smith