Donald P. Howard, 77 SMYRNA - Donald P. Howard, of Smyrna, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at his home. He was 77. Mr. Howard was born Aug. 15, 1932, in Philadelphia, Pa., the son of the late Charles Howard and Caroline Fryer Howard. He retired after many years of service as a Supervisor of Maintenance for Western Union in Philadelphia. Mr. Howard served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Polycarp's Roman Catholic Church in Smyrna. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Howard. He is survived by his wife, Grace E. Howard; and a step-son, Kenneth MacKenzie of Ocala, Fla. A Memorial Mass will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 31, 2010, in St. Polycarp's Parish, 135 Ransom Lane, Smyrna. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to the St. Polycarp's Church Building Fund, 135 Ransom Lane, Smyrna, DE 19977. Condolence letters may be sent by visiting www.fariesfuneralhome.com.