It is with great sadness that the family of Howard Sandage announce his passing after a brief illness with cancer, on December 22 ^nd , 2019 at the age of 93.  He was born in Malvern, Arkansas on June 9, 1926.

As a child he later moved to Donaldson, Arkansas with his parents and two siblings. His dad was a farmer.

He served in the U.S. Army 1944 – 1946. After being discharged he ended up in Santa Maria, California where he met and married his wife, Sue. They had one daughter, Renee.

In the mid 50's Howard started Rich Sand Service Company in San Ardo. He retired after 35 years in business to enjoy the ranch. The remainder of his days he enjoyed ranching, hunting, attended various rodeos with his family and most of all, visiting with his friends.

Howard will be remembered by his daughter, Renee (Dudley) Little; grandchildren, Justin (Leigh), Denelle (Erin) and Brandon (Nika) Little, and four great grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Sue.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 12 Noon, Saturday, December 28 ^th , 2019 at the San Bernardo Grange Hall on  the corner of Main and Godchaux Streets in San Ardo.

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to The San Bernardo Grange, P.O. Box 105, San Ardo, CA 93450.