HOWELLS, Robin John - 40, Brooklyn, Hants Co., died September 8,1996, in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour, as the result of a bicycle/motor vehicle accident in Head of Chezzetcook. Born in Leicester, England, he immigrated to Canada with his family at age 15. He attended Windsor Vocational School, graduating with carpentry. He had worked as an industrial mechanic at Simmons Canada Ltd. for the past 19 years. He was an avid cyclist and belonged to Centennial Cycling Club, Hantsport. He also enjoyed darts, cross-country skiing and all sports. Surviving are his wife, the former Vicki Lynn Hilchie; daughter, Vanessa, at home; his parents, Derek and Jean (Munton) Howells; brother, David; sister, Tracey, all of St. Croix; sister, Sue (Mrs. Glen MacNeil), Sydney River, Cape Breton Co; several nieces and nephews. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday, both in Lindsay's Funeral Home and chapel, Windsor, Rev. Bill Gibson officiating. Burial in Burncoat Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to any charity.

Tuesday, September 10, 1996
The Chronicle-Herald, Halifax, N. S.