Dr. Doyle Ervin Howitt, EdD

Dr. Doyle Ervin Howitt, EdD, a beloved father and grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully in North Platte NE on May 24th at the age of 94. Memorial services will be held to celebrate Doyles life, 10:30 am, June 5, 2025, at Horner Lieske McBride & Kuhl Funeral and Cremation Services in Kearney with interment to follow immediately at Kearney Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 am, June 5, 2025, at the funeral home. All friends and family are welcome. The family asks that donations in Doyles name be made to the University of Nebraska Foundation, or the 1890 Collective. He was born in Sunol, NE on July 22, 1930. He attended Duel County High School in Chappell, NE, served his country in the Army at Ft. Smith AR during the Korean War, and attended the University of Wyoming and Nebraska State Teachers College to complete his undergraduate study, and then received his Master’s in Education and Doctorate in Education from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. His life was defined by quiet strength, unwavering integrity, his passion for service, and a deep love for his family, University, and his motorcycles. After retiring from UNK Administration, Doyle devoted himself to supporting and advocating the Elderhostel program within the University, to his family and friends, and to his art. Doyle was widely known within the regional community as an advocate for and contributor to the Arts. As an artist himself, working in exotic woods, Doyle was a prolific creator, and was a regularly featured artist at MONA and collective galleries in Lincoln, Omaha, and Kansas City, he found a supportive fan base for his turnings across four continents. He leaves behind a community that is richer for having known him, a life’s work that has touched and improved countless lives, and a family that is blessed to call him “Dad” and “Papa”. He is survived by his Son, Blake, his Daughter in Law Cheryl, and his grandchildren, Anna, Taylor, Chynna, Connor and Catherine. He was preceded in death by his Wife, Norma; his Son, Scott; his parents and siblings; nieces and nephews, and many lifelong friends. Please follow the link for the family tribute video https://youtu.be/DwohCaLQ390

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Dr. Doyle Ervin Howitt, EdD

July 22, 1930 - May 24, 2025