Howard Kenneth Bigham
Obituary
Howard Kenneth Bigham, 84, of Healdsburg passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 11, 2023. He is survived by his partner Vye Bigham, nephews Joe Bigham, Bill (Debbie) Bigham, Paul (Heather) Bigham, Harry (Yvonne) Lozinto, nieces Barbara Feagin, Lynn Bigham (Mark), Lori (Nick) Dunkel, many beloved great-nephews, nieces and friends. He is predeceased by his brothers, William, Robert and Edward Bigham and his daughter Ann Bigham.
Born to Frank and Barbara Bigham, Howard was the third of four boys and grew up on the family ranch, where he developed a love of the outdoors, hunting and fishing. Howard was a gifted athlete and played basketball for Healdsburg High School, continuing to Santa Rosa Junior College after his graduation in 1956. Howard served with the Healdsburg Fire Department from 1963-1968 before beginning his 50-year career driving trucks.
A gifted story-teller, Howard was always the life of the party, ready with a joke and loved by all who knew him. We are grateful to know that he is now at peace.
Family and friends are invited to join us for a celebration of life on Saturday, June 24,2023 from noon to 4 pm at Howard and Vye's home in Healdsburg.
Published in Healdsburg Tribune · June 21, 2023