Arthur “Art” W. Howell, Jr. 86, passed away Friday, March 11, 2022, in Lincoln. He was born June 20, 1935, to Arthur and Lola Ann (Spear) Howell, in Anderson, MO.
Art was a licensed engineer and surveyor. He served as County Engineer in several counties in Kansas having been the Lincoln County Engineer at the age of 25. Art and his wife, Eula Mae established their own engineering firm in Lincoln County. He also held a private pilot’s license. Art was a past member of the Kansas State Board of Agriculture and the Kansas State Fair Board. Serving as past president Art had been active in the Kansas Simmental Association through the years. His involvement in the American Boer Goat Association was felt throughout the United States of America.
Art was a stalwart volunteer for the Convention of States movement. He had a formal role as Regional Captain and the informal role as the State Charmer. He could not leave a room until he shared his love for individual rights and limited government with everyone there. He disarmed his opponents with his smile and charm.
Art’s involvement in the Convention of States project promoted his belief in Article Five of United States Constitution.
Art is survived by his son, Daniel Howell; grandson, Dusty Howell; granddaughter, Nikki Howell; granddaughter, Katie (Jason) McWilliams; grandson, Joshua Howell; grandson, Whit Divilbiss; grandson, Court Allmond; granddaughter, KaiCee Campbell; Brothers, Frank (Nina) Howell, Lyle (Lyn) Howell; Butch (Marge) Howell; Brother-in-law, Jim LePisto; and numerous great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by wife, Eula Mae; sons, A. Wade and Jeff Howell; grandson-in-law, Donnie Moore; brothers, Doyle (Julie) Howell and Bob (Janet) Jones; sisters, Vaudline (Rex) Field and Cheryl LePisto.
Art Howell was a true patriot and Statesman.
Family services have already taken place.