Howard Victor Leinweber, 80, of Colfax, WA passed away August 25, 2018 at Whitman Hospital and Medical Center in Colfax.  Howard was born Nov. 21, 1937 in Colfax, WA to Victor & Leona (Utke) Leinweber.  He grew up in Endicott and Colfax, completing his education at Colfax High School.  Howard went to work for his uncles on the family farm following school, later working for 20 years at Ben's Auto Body Shop.  Howard returned to farming from which he retired.  On April 18, 1960 Howard married Susan LaFaye Whitney in Couer d'Alene, ID.  Together they have made Colfax their home.  His family was of the utmost importance to Howard throughout his life, always putting them first.  He was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  Howard so enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He enjoyed the outdoors and all it had to offer.  Howard loved hunting, fishing, painting and woodworking.  He is survived by his wife of 58 years Susan Leinweber at their Colfax home; two sons Howard P. Leinweber (Deanna) of Colfax; Joe Leinweber (Jill Suess) of Steptoe; his daughter Brenda Olson (Mel) of Cheney; 8 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren, his sister Loretta Johnston of Lewiston, and longtime friend (Son) Duke Bennett of Otis Orchards.  Howard was preceded in death by his parents and brother August J. Leinweber.  A celebration of life will be held at the Colfax Golf Course on September 15, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.