Ronald W. Howell, Jr., 85, of Manchester Twp. passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at Community Medical Center, Toms River. Ron was born in Philadelphia, PA, and resided in Red Bank before moving to Manchester Twp. in 1989. Ron was a self-employed musician. He taught, owned a store and played out independently for various churches. Ron is survived by his sister Carol Shrum of Red Bank, 2 nieces Michelle Clearwater, Susan Naef, and nephew Scott Naef. Funeral service 10am Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Hope Presbyterian Church, 617 Hope Chapel Rd., Lakewood followed by burial at All Saints Memorial Church Cemetery, 202 Navesink Ave., (Navesink section) Atlantic Highlands, NJ.