FAIRFIELD - Eileen Lois Howard, 88, of Fairfield, Maine, walked peacefully into the waiting arms of her LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta. Born in Rockland, Maine, on November 23, 1936, to Angelo and Dorothy (Cummings) Howard, Eileen spent her life dedicated to her family, her work, and her community. Eileen made her mark early on, graduating from Union High School in 1955. She then embarked on a fulfilling career as an accountant for the State of Maine, where she served 31 years until her retirement. Beyond her professional life, Eileen was an active and beloved figure in her local community. She was a past member of the Augusta Church of the Nazarene serving on the church board, Sunday School Superintendent and participating in the choir. She later joined the Fairfield Church of the Nazarene and was a cherished member. Her dedication to service also extended to the Senior Adult Ministries. Eileen loved her LORD and was a blessing and an encouragement to all who knew her. In her free time, Eileen was a passionate athlete, participating in the Augusta women's softball league and enjoying basketball and candlepin bowling. Eileen also loved to travel, often around the northeastern United States and Canada and embarking on alpine tours. She was preceded in death by her parents, Angelo and Dorothy Howard, and two brothers Dwight and Bobby Howard. Eileen is survived by her sister, Ivah White; eight nephews, Jeff, Mark, Thomas, Amos, Michael, and Richard White, and Gregory and Ronald Howard; three nieces, Suzanne Young, Elizabeth Lane, and Susan Morris; sister-in-law Nancy Howard; and friends Ethelyn, Sandi, Pastor Peter Roy and her always present, forever loving companion, her Chihuahua Brenna. Eileen was a cherished and loved member of her family and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been set up in Eileen's memory. The monies raised will go towards children going to kids' camp. You may donate by sending a check to the Fairfield Church of the Nazarene, P.O. Box 146, Fairfield, Maine 04937 or going to YourMainStreetChurch.com and click on her name in the giving section. A memorial service for family and friends will be held at the Fairfield Church of the Nazarene, 81 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine on September 8, 2025, at 11 a.m. The service will be officiated by her long-time friend Rev. Bill Young and her pastor Rev. Peter Roy. There will be a graveside service at the Union Common Cemetery, Ayer Hill Road, Union, Maine 04862 directly following the memorial service at approximately 1:15 PM. We invite all who knew Eileen to share their memories of her on the memorial page at www.khrfuneralhomes.com , and to upload any photos that capture the spirit of this remarkable woman. Eileen's life was rich with love, service, and adventure, and we look forward to celebrating her in all the ways she touched our lives. Arrangements and guidance are in the care of Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home and Cremation Care, One Church Street, Augusta, Maine 04330