Herbert Franklin Russell-Howland III, known to most as Frank Howland, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 16, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jane and Frank Howland, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Alicia Gillman; sister, Michele (Shane) Helms; daughter, Noelle Howland; step-daughter, Ashley (Bill) Verner; niece Chelsea (Craig) Patton; and grandchildren Kayleigh and Wyatt Verner, as well as many beloved extended family members. Frank retired from Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources after 32 years of service. He was a volunteer in the Georgia State Defense Force, Member of Dacula Masonic Lodge 433, and a Member of All Season’s Hunting Club. He loved to hunt, fish, and anything to do with the outdoors.
The family will receive friends at Lawson Funeral Home in Hoschton, at 3:30 pm with service at 4:00 pm on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.