James E. "Jim" Howe, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2014. He was born on Dec. 18, 1941 in Frankfort, to Earl and Helen (Perkins) Howe. He married Lauretta (Smith) Howe, who survives. Jim was a veteran of the U.S. Army. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his brother: Roger (Becky) Howe of Frankfort; and two nephews: Jeff (Michelle) Howe and Chris (Angela) Howe. Jim was preceded in death by his parents. As per his request, Jim will be cremated. A graveside service will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19 at Memorial Park Cemetery. A tribute to Jim's life may be viewed online at flannerbuchanan.com, where condolences may be shared with his family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flanner and Buchanan-Memorial Park.