Longtime director, beloved WITI employee Bill Howe passes away

GRAFTON -- With a heavy heart, FOX6 News is sad to announce the passing of William (Bill) Howe, a beloved former employee of WITI. He was 73.

Bill Howe



Starting in 1979, Howe was a member of WITI's Creative Services Department. He handled commercial production and directed much of our special programming including parades and telethons before retiring in 2005.

Howe is also known as the voice of Otto's Wine & Spirits.

A funeral was held for Howe Thursday, January 19th, at Eernisse Funeral Home Cedarburg (1167 Washington Ave) with Pastor Don Drollinger presiding.

The interment and full military honors will take place Friday, January 20th, at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Lung Association or the Wounded Warrior Project would be appreciated.

Bill Howe



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