Little League® International mourns the passing of William J. “Bill” Howard, a longtime volunteer and District Administrator (D.A) for Connecticut District 7.
A military veteran and longtime insurance agent, Howard was passionate about baseball. He was involved with East Hartford Little League (Conn.) for more than 40 years, from his time as a local league volunteer, to becoming District Administrator.
Howard is survived by his wife, Donna Howard; his stepchild, Suzanne Heimer and her husband, Chris; six siblings, Brian, Janice, Keith, Johnny, Barbara, and Joan; eight grandchildren, Jessica Burnett, Bryan Burnett, Russell Burnett Jr., Willie Burnett, Breanna Burnett, Nate Heimer, Madison Heimer, and Shannon Howe; two great-grandchildren, Jayce and Isayiah Hardnett. He was predeceased by two stepsons, Kenneth and Russell Burnett.
Howard will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to his family and Little League. His legacy and service to his community will be lived by all who knew him.