Howard "Howie" Ansay's Obituary
Howard “Howie” Ansay, age 82, met his Heavenly Father on Monday, January 22, 2024, in Muskegon. He was born on April 6, 1941, to Harry and Grace (Moreski) Ansay, in Milwaukee, WI. He graduated from Rufus King High School class of 1959. He continued his education at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Howard dedicated 27 years as the president of the American Credit Union in Milwaukee before retiring in 1997. On January 9, 1965, he married Charlene Raymond. Together they cherished 59 years full of love, fun and laughter. Howie was a faithful member of Fruitport Christian Reformed Church. He was part of the Elks while in Arizona and a member of the Vikings in Muskegon. Howie was an avid golfer and a sports fanatic. He enjoyed rooting for the Chicago Cubs, Wisconsin Badgers and Milwaukee Bucks, but he was a dedicated Green Bay Packers Fan. Howie was also blessed with a green thumb and took pride in his garden. What he loved most was spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren. Howie, Pops, and the Big Guy will be missed by the many who knew and loved him. He is survived by his loving wife, Charlene Ansay; children, Kimberlee (Danny) West and Bill (Wendi) Cooper; nine grandchildren, Jeanine (Tom) Doctor, Shawn (Dominic) Scherer, Danielle (Shane) Perysian, Andrew (Nicole) West, Annie Cooper, Maggie Cooper, Grace Cooper, Tyler West and Deanna West; 11 great-grandchildren; and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and son David Ansay. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 PM on Friday, January 26, 2024, at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444. A visitation with the family will be held one-hour prior at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in his honor can be directed to Harbor Hospice. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemahfh.com.
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