Scott Winston Howard, 58, of Indianapolis died at 2 pm Sunday, May 3rd, 2015 at IU Hospital. He was born in Huntington, IN December 6th, 1956, to Jack and Willodean (Brock) Howard.
On June 25th, 2014 he legally married his partner of 17 years, Steven Ulrey. They were the 15th gay couple to legally marry in Indiana.
Scott was currently employed at English Ivy’s Pub in Indianapolis. He spent the majority of his professional life as Executive Director for Training Inc., of Indianapolis and he opened an office for them in New Orleans, LA.
Scott was a long time member of All Saints Episcopal Church in Indianapolis, IN. He served his church in many ways but enjoyed being healing minister but his ministry reached outside the doors of the church and was always willing to help out a fellow AA member is Crisis or being a group counsel for HIV/AIDS survivors. He also loved to travel and his puppies.
He is survived by his husband Steven Ulrey of Indianapolis, IN; one sister Kerry (Robert) Highley of Sweetser, IN and one brother Brett (JJ) Howard of Bellview, FL; one sister-in-law Jo Beth (Steve) Swisher: 6 nieces and 5 nephews and 12 great-nieces and nephews. One sister is deceased Beth (Reece) Peacock.
Family and friends may call on Friday, May 15, 2015, from 5 to 7 pm at All Saints Episcopal Church 1559 N. Central Ave., Indianapolis, IN.
A Requiem Mass will celebrate Scott’s life on Saturday, May 16th, 2015 at 11:00 am at All Saints Episcopal Church, 1559 N. Central Ave., Indianapolis, IN. Mother E. Suzanne Wille will officiate.
In Scott’s honor, the family requests that memorial donations be made to All Saints Episcopal Church, 1559 N. Central Avenue, Indianapolis, IN.
Laura Goetz says
Steve, Please accept my deep condolence for your loss of Scott. He was an inspiration to all. I will remember also his wonderful wit and humor.
Pat and Rich Franck says
Scottie was an inspirational spiritual healer. Although we now live in Florida, we will always remember his healing touch. Thank you Steve for all your loving care.
Steve Smith says
Steve, I’m very sad to hear of Scott’s death. Scott was one of those who welcomed me joyously when I began to attend All Saints, and always warmly greeted me every Sunday morning when I was there. It was always fun to have him sit behind me or I him!
olive soriero, md says
Sis Alice and I will always fondly remember your time at Trinity and the honor of being present at your wedding at a
All Saints…. I hope you find peace…OLIVE
Laurie Mauk Steinbrunner says
Dear Brett & Family:
You will be kept in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.