Robert E. Howard, 75, Ebensburg, died Oct. 9, 2014, at home unexpectedly. Born May 11, 1939, in Johnstown, son of Earl and Clara (Haus) Howard. Preceded in death by wife, Lillian Howard; and son, Robert Howard. Surviving are his son, Daniel Howard (Debra), Delaware; and sister, Bonnie (Charles) Olexa, Colver. He retired from Bethlehem Steel and drove bus for First Student. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. Monday at Bowser-Ondriezek Funeral Home, Nanty Glo, the Rev. Stephen Durr, officiating. Interment to follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Johnstown.