Howard Delbert Belt, 93, of Hopwood, Pennsylvania, formerly of Mt. Carmel, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, October 29, 2026, with his loving wife, Carolyn, and dear friend, Kimmy, by his side.
He was born June 13, 1933, in Mattoon, IL, the son of the late Theo and Reba Eleanor (Zellers) Belt.
In addition to his parents, Howard was preceded in death by his son, Brian Belt; daughter-in-law, Tina Belt; his first wife, June Belt; his second wife, Betty Belt; his great-grandson, Jake Koopmann.
Howard is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn Ann (Reese) Mangus; his children, Bruce Belt (Adrienne) of North Carolina and Byron Belt of Illinois; his step-children Michael Mangus, Christie Mason (Kelsey); his grandchildren, Beau Belt (Kelly), Dustin Belt (Cassie), Whitney Belt (Kim), Britney Wagner (Nathaniel), Tristen Metze (Austin), Sara Koopmann; step-grandchildren, Tyler, Lindsay, Mason, Nathan, Evan and Natalie Mangus; his great-grandchildren, Ethan, Piper, Dean, Mason, Asher, Jackson, Tucker, and Cade Belt, Kyson Wagner, Macie & Theo Belt, Hanna, Tucker, and Zander Koopmann, great-great grandson, Hudson Belt.
He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Eastern Illinois University. He was proud of his education and the accomplishments he achieved throughout his life. A man of strong Christian faith, he was a member of the Uniontown Church of Christ, where his love for God remained the foundation of his life.
Howard was a proud and dedicated veteran who honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy.
Throughout his life, Howard held many roles, including those of husband, father, teacher, preacher, coach, builder, and mayor. Each of these roles reflected his dedication to serving others and the many lives he touched throughout his years.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Amedisys Hospice for the exceptional care, compassion, and kindness shown to Howard and his family. Special appreciation is also extended to his favorite doctor, Dr. Hartley, for his care and dedication.
Memorial contributions in memory of Howard Belt can be made to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, Wellesley HLS, MA. Envelopes will be available at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.
Funeral Services are pending at this time.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Belt family.
