Ron Howard, 83, of Noblesville, went to be with his Lord, on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at home, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 10, 1934 in Cardinal, KY to the late Stonewall and Anna Mae (Cox) Howard. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his six brothers, George, Gleen, Ralph, Stonewall, Maurice and James Howard; and 'Gidget', his beloved black poodle. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Bulah 'Boots' Howard; two sons, Stan (Gina) Howard and Paul Steven (Tanya) Howard; two brothers, Orbin (Erma) Howard and Carl (Ann) Howard; three grandchildren, Kalie, Kristan and Jarred Howard; and two great-grandchildren, Addison and Mason Howard. Ron retired from Noblesville Casting/TRW in 1982, after 33 years and was a member of White River Christian Church in Noblesville. He was a fan of all sports and was an avid golfer. He and Boots were devoted travelers and had visited 49 of the 50 states. Services will be held at 4:30 pm on Friday, June 29, 2018 at White River Christian Church, 1685 North 10th Street in Noblesville, with visitation beginning at 1:30 pm. Pastor Tim Brock will officiate. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville. Memorial contributions may be made to White River Christian Church, 1685 North 10th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, Noblesville-Fishers.