Bruce A. Howe

West Springfield- Bruce A. Howe, 63, passed away Saturday January 30, 2016 at Baystate Medical Center. Born in Springfield on July 1, 1952, he was the son of Robert and Clarice Howe. Bruce was a graduate of Holyoke Community College and owned and operated the former Peabody Auto Auction with his father for many years. He has worked for Southern and Adesa Auto Auctions as well. He leaves his former wife and best friend, Karen (Janick) Howe, his mother, Clarice Howe of Danvers, his sons, Christopher of Westfield and Matthew of Agawam, his brother, Robert of ME, and his beloved granddaughter, Penelope. The funeral will be held Friday February 5, 2016, at 11:30am at the Toomey-O�Brien Funeral Home, 1043 Westfield St., West Springfield with burial to follow in St. Thomas Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 9:30am until the time of the funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Baystate VNA and Hospice, c/o Baystate Health Foundation, 280 Chestnut St., Springfield, MA. 01199.