London, Howard
Boynton Beach, FL
London, Howard A., 82, died Saturday, November 1, 2025, surrounded by family. Affectionately known as “Howie”, he was the beloved husband of the late Elaine (Goldberg) London and Alva (Gerstein) London of Boca Raton, FL. Born in Providence, RI, the son of the late David and Evelyn (Blazer) London, he had lived in East Greenwich, RI for over 15 years, previously living in Cranston, RI.
Howie was a graduate of Providence College and President of the family business, David London & Co. for 40 years before retiring in 2000. He was a member of Temple Sinai, Touro Fraternal Association, and Redwood Lodge of the Masons. Always a practical jokester to all that knew him, he loved being on the water boating and fishing in Narragansett Bay and Florida. His pride and joy were watching and supporting everything his grandchildren participated in. He was known as the king of “DIY” and there wasn’t a project he wouldn’t tackle.
Devoted father of Andrew London and his wife, Jill, of Natick, MA and Dr. Robert London and his wife, Caryn, of Coral Springs, FL. Loving stepfather of Jill Krueger of North Kingston, Lawrence Portman of Westport, CT, and Audrey Samara of Parkland FL. Dear brother of Jerome London of Lincoln, RI and Melvin London of Narragansett, RI. Proud Papa of Emily, Samantha, Joshua, Elliot, and Julia, step-grandfather of Lauren, Stephanie, Jack, Henry, Hannah, Eden, Jonah and Romi.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 10:00 a.m. in SHALOM MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1100 New London Ave., Cranston. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Shiva will be observed at the home of Andrew and Jill London on Monday, November 10th from 7-9 p.m. at 19 Greenwood Rd., Natick MA and at the home of Audrey Samara 12540 NW 76th St., Parkland FL on Tuesday November 11th from 6-9 p.m.
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Papa Howie, you will truly be missed. I will miss your sense of humor and your big heart. You were always so wonderful to me. Love you Howie.
So blessed to have known ‘Big How’ over the past 29 years. Always so nice to me. He loved his kids and grandkids. He will be missed by all who knew him. Sincere condolences to the Londons and all of his family
Saying goodbye to Howie is hard. He was the kind of person you could always count on- a true handyman, not just with tools,but with kindness and care. If something was broken, Howie would figure out a way to fix it. That was just who he was- helpful, knowledgeable and always there when someone needed him. We will always remember his generosity and his big heart. Especially his love for Alva.
Rest easy Howie. You made the world a better place!
Jay & Leila Grossman
Venetian Isles
Boynton Beach
Dearest Howie. Over these years, you have always been a wonderful and caring friend and I feel blessed to have had you in my life, sharing so many boat rides, meals and family celebrations. Your support and friendship has meant the world to me. I will miss you but you will always be in my heart. With love and appreciation. Linda
May you know no more sorrow.
המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים.
May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem,
and may the cherished memories of your loved one bring comfort, strength, and peace.
“Hashem will bless you and keep you;
Hashem will make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you;
Hashem will lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.”
My Sincere sympathies and
Condolence Jerry and Mel
What wonderful memories
I have of Howie and your
Family and my family
Getting together on
Orms St and the Kovno Shul
Especially when my Aunt
Becca Uncle Max Cynthia and Marcia
What a beautiful big crowd
It was
Again my deepest sympathy
May God give you all strength
At this difficult time
Stuie
Howie looked exactly the same as he did a zillion years ago when we were last together-but with more hair.
Cynthia and I think of you all often and send you our love and hugs.
Always,
Marcia