Recently, we
bade a fond farewell to one of own. Spence Howell has been a
long-time member of 13th Colony Sound and a beloved friend
to each member of our group. He and his wife Claire are moving to
Arizona to be closer to family.We will miss them both very, very much.
We aren't just losing one unique character with Spence's departure—we're losing a bunch of them. Spence put his gifts to good use and created some of the most iconic characters in TCS show history. A considerable portion of his career was spent in South America, and he is fluent in at least 3 or 4 foreign languages. He drew on his experiences and his ethnic understanding to make memorable characters that ring like one of our barbershop chords.
Who can forget this memorable member of the Tijuana Tacos, who sang “Mexicali Rose,” right before the sheriff demanded to see their green cards?
And then there's the famous musicologist Dr. Omar Valentino, who can match any couple to their their perfect song. “Here, There, and Everywhere” is not a suitable song for love that lasts—no, no, no, try “Because of You” instead.
Spence's wife Claire has also been a valuable part of our chorus. Not long ago, she served as our Valentine's coordinator and did a fantastic job on what is always an arduous undertaking. I don't believe she or her husband are capable of uninteresting conversation—no matter the topic. That's the definition of a classy couple.
Things are already different here at 13th Colony Sound. We look forward to the time when we'll meet them again.
Nathan P. Daniel
VP Public Relations & IT
13th Colony Sound
VP Public Relations & IT
13th Colony Sound
