Howard B. Camden
The Funeral was private on Tuesday, 14 August 2012. Family members include: Beloved husband of 49 years of Lili Ann Camden. Cherished father of Adam Camden and Todd Camden. Loving brother of Byna Camden and Andrew L. (Gayle) Camden. Howard began his career when he joined his father, Joseph Camden, in the insurance business in 1950. Over the years, the practice evolved to one which specialized in the area of large commercial property and casualty accounts as well as life insurance. He earned both the CLU and CPCU designations which are the highest credentials in the insurance industry. In addition, he was recognized by the State of Michigan as both a Life Insurance Counselor and a Property and Liability Insurance Counselor. He was a pioneer in studying and adapting the philosophy of "risk management" for his clients, being one of the premier students in this new field of thought. He graduated from Michigan State University at age twenty and attended Wayne State University for continuing education. Howard was deeply committed to giving back. He was involved in the Old Newsboys Goodfellow Fund for over sixty years, a family tradition started by his father and uncle. He served as president of the organization and, most importantly, was primarily responsible for building its permanent endowment held by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan to over two million dollars. Howard and his wife, Lili Ann, were major supporters of Michigan State University, the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Harper Hospital, and the Cranbrook Academy of Art. They also supported the work being done by their friend, Dr. Ayad Al-Katib, at the Van Elslander Cancer Center in the field of lymphoma research. Howard was truly a renaissance man with varied interests including gardening, travel, hunting, fishing, art, and cooking. He was a member of the Chaine des Rotisseurs for over twenty years. He won the National Beef Cook-off in 1974 for his beef brisket recipe and the Michigan Pork Cook-off in 1977 for his baby-back ribs recipe. Howard was an avid reader who subscribed to over 50 publications. Private services were held. It is suggested that those who wish to further honor the memory of Howard B. Camden may do so by making a contribution to: The Goodfellow Endowment Fund Dr. Ayad Al-Katib |