Howard D. Lozier

Howard Dean Lozier, 87, of East Galesburg, Illinois, died peacefully at home on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:14 p.m.

Howard was born May 9, 1938 in Galesburg, Illinois, the son of Lester and Esther (Bower) Lozier. After completing high school, Howard served in the US Army Reserves and married Sally Ruth Connor on October 27, 1962 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Galesburg. Sally preceded him in death on January 16, 2017.

Those left to cherish Howard’s memory are his daughter, Colleen (Roger) Davis of Monmouth, Illinois; two sons, Bill (Renee) Lozier of Knoxville, Illinois and Brian Lozer of East Galesburg; his beloved grandchildren, Keith and Kyle Davis, Connor and Garrett Lozier, Gracie, Grayson, and Quinn Lozier; one great grandson, Beau; and his only sister, Bev Jordan of Galesburg.

Howard worked for Burlington Northern Truck Lines for 6 years and went on to 30 plus year career at Gates Rubber Co., retiring in 1999. Howard loved antique cars, restoring several throughout the years. He was a longtime member of the West Central Illinois Antique Auto Club. He also enjoyed collecting various vintage gas station memorabilia. Howard could often be found tending to his yard, gardening, and working in his flower beds. Described as a jack of all trades, Howard could fix or repair anything and was the one his family and friends called if they needed help. He was a longtime avid fan of the Chicago Cubs and Bears. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing his banjo.

Cremation graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2026 at Memorial Park Cemetery, Galesburg. Pastor Deb Epley will officiate. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family in care of Watson Thomas Funeral Home. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.