Mike was born July 27, 1950 in Cincinnati to Reed and Ellen (Helfenstine) Howard.
After high school, Mike joined the military during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged.
After returning home, he joined the North College Hill Police Department.
After his retirement, he worked in hospital security.
Officer Howard died on September 15, 2022.
He was predeceased by his wife of 26 years, Nancy Lee (Titus) Howard (2013), and his parents. Officer Howard is survived by his sons, Michael Reed Howard, Jr. and David Lee (Brenna) Howard; and siblings, Sheila Delany and Matt Howard.
A memorial service will be held 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on September 26, 2022 at the Mueller Funeral Home at 6791 Tylersville Road in Mason.
Memorials may be made to the North College Hill Police Association at 1646 West Galbraith Road, North College Hill, OH 45239.
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