Francis A. "Boomer" Howlan III

Francis A. “Boomer” Howlan III, 69 of North Broadalbin, passed away August 31, 2024 after a brief illness, with his son at his side. 

Boomer was born in Amsterdam on June 19, 1955 to the late Francis A. “Dutch” and Marion Trzaskos Howlan.

He received his education in Amsterdam at St. Mary’s Institute and was a graduate of Bishop Scully High School Class of ‘73. From there he entered the workforce and was employed in a number of fields, and for many years as a truck driver with various companies until retiring from Teamsters Local 445.

Boomer was an exceptional athlete and enjoyed most sports, especially ice hockey, playing at the semi-professional level for several teams in the United States and Canada. His talents also contributed to an invitation to try out for the Detroit Red Wings farm system. 

The one thing he loved more than anything in his retirement years was fishing. Boomer frequently enjoyed taking trips to Lake Ontario to fish for salmon with his cousin George. He never hesitated to invite anyone along with him! 

In addition to his parents, Boomer is preceded in passing by his sister, Mary Kate Lomanto.

Boomer is survived by his son, Andrew (Marisa) Howlan and two grandchildren Gia and Jack Howlan, as well as an aunt, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Boomer’s family on Saturday, September 21, 2024 between 10 am and 12 pm at the Riley Mortuary, inc. 110 Division St., Amsterdam, NY. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Boomer’s name to the Youth Hockey Development Fund. You can donate on their website www.usahockeyfoundation.com/youthhockey, or by check payable to The USA Hockey Foundation and mail it to:

1. The USA Hockey Foundation
2. 1775 Bob Johnson Drive
3. Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Please mention his name in the note section of each.