Marie E. Howell, age 92, of Celina, passed away at 10:23 A.M., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015 at The Laurels of Shane Hill, Rockford.

Born Nov. 24, 1922 in Mercer County, the daughter of Charles E. Sr. & Trecia A. Alexander Donovan.

She married Clarence G. Howell on July 5, 1941, and he preceded her in death on Apr. 25, 1994.

Marie is survived by three Children: Larry W. (Cheryl) Howell, C. David Howell, and Jan (Wayne) Doner, and a Daughter-in-law: Mary Jane Taflinger, all of Celina.

Also surviving are seven Grandchildren: Tamara (Monte) Heiby, Dawn (Rod) Wiford, Timothy Doner (Diana Goodwin), Ginger Burden (Brett Roehm), Deborah (Jamie) Reed, David W. (Ashley) Howell Grover, and Glenna (Orin Justin) Kendall, two Step-Grandchildren: Clinton (Shawna) Briggs and Sherry (Jeremy) Harris, thrteen Great Grandchildren, seven Step-Great Grandchildren, and numerous Nieces and Nephews.

Preceding Marie in death were a Son: Stanley L. Howell, who died Aug. 21, 2005, and ten Brothers & Sisters: Floyd E., Ralph E., Charles E. Jr., Clarence E., Paul E. and infant brother Dale E. Donovan, Carrie E. Britten, Ruth E. Chaney, Mary E. French and Dorothy E. Rutter.

Marie had retired from Mersman Tables in Celina. She then became certified in Home Health Care. Marie was employed by Celina Area Visiting Nurses ( now known as Community Health Professionals of Celina ) and later worked independently as a home caregiver to many individuals in the local area.

Marie had a been a member of the former Pleasant View Church of God near Celina. She was a 1940 graduate of Celina High School. An avid Bingo player, Marie also enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family.

Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Friday, Jan. 23 at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina, with Pastor Dave Souers, officiating. Burial will follow at Buck Cemetery, near Celina.