Howard Brearey

Howard Louis Brearey moved to Heaven in the early hours of July 5, 2026. Born in King of Prussia, PA to Harry L. Brearey and Harriet White Brearey on October 27, 1939, Howard joined his sister Edith Brearey.

After High School, Howard joined the US Air Force, then spent the next 23 years living all around the world. Some of his more notable assignments were spent in Texas, Florida, Morocco, Spokane, Washington, Alaska, Canada, Germany, Vietnam, Ohio, Guam, Italy, New York and Korea with several short term duty stations mixed in as well. The first half of his military career was spent as a fireman with the second half spent in munitions.

Howard was married to the love of his life, Sharron Kirkland, in 1960 and was married for 62 years before Sharron passed away in February 2023. Sharron, his parents, his sister and numerous friends were all waiting to welcome him at Heaven's door. He is survived by his 5 children Carolyn (Dan) Bentley, Debbie Brearey, Laurie (Craig) Haven, Tami (Scott) Cummings and Michael (Stephanie) Brearey. He and Sharron were blessed with 12 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers in law Danny Kirkland (Kay) and Dennis (Colleen) Kirkland, several nieces and nephews.

In 1979 Howard retired from the Air Force and settled in Spokane, WA where he took advantage of his GI Bill benefits at Spokane Community College.

His new career as "Happy Howard" at various convenience stores took them to Kalispell, Montana. He and Sharron fell in love with the area and they remained there until they each passed away. They were active in Kalispell 1st Church of the Nazarene for over 40 years.

There will be a reception in Howard's honor at 2pm on August 8, 2026 at Kalispell 1st Church of the Nazarene. 1295 Whitefish Stage Rd, Kalispell MT 59901

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a Veterans charity, Feeding the Flathead or the charity of your choice.

Buffalo Hill Funeral Home caring for the family.