Charles David Howe, 83, passed away March 15th, 2021 in Port Charlotte, Florida. He retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 33 years of service. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Dorothy Howe; his loving wife, Ruth Howe (Redwine); brother, Harry Howe; sister-in-law Carol Howe; nephew, Jimmy Howe; son-in law, Bill Smith; and step-grandson, Bryan Smith. He is survived by his stepdaughter, Rosemarie Smith, of Port Charlotte, Fl.; granddaughter, Michelle; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Aiden. He also leaves brothers, Jim, Ralph and Jackie, Rick and Ruth, Bob and Becky, Ed, Don, Mike and Pat, Victor and Pauline; sister, Dorothy and Ken Christner, all from the Akron area; as well as many nephews and nieces. The family will gather for private services at a later date. Many thanks to his daughter, Rosemarie who took great care of him, along with Fawcett Memorial Hospital-Hospice, who was with him during his final moments here on this earth. Dave loved and enjoyed being with his entire family and always remembered to call us on our birthdays. We all love you, Dave and you will truly be missed until we meet again. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ welcome Dave into His home.