Just saying his name - Howard Counts - makes me smile. It conjures up wonderful memories.  Howard’s pride and joy was his wife, Stephanie.  Always beside her - never in front, never behind.  They were a team in every sense of the word. Stephanie, as most of us know, is co-founder of WIE.  A visionary.  Always ahead of her time. She would be first to say - if it were not for Howard - adding his brilliant mind, technical skills, and when needed boosts of inspiration — WIE could not have succeeded.  He was the glue and brains that held us together.   Howard was kind.  He was generous with his time, talents, and means.  He was a friend to all who needed a friend. He believed a lot more would get done if no one cared who got the credit.  His unsung accomplishments could fill several books. In remembering Howard, it is his kindness, understanding, willingness to listen to all sides, and the quiet way he assured those seeking advice – we’ll take care of this. Thank you, Howard. We miss your smile. We treasure your life’s messages and the devotion you shared with WIE. ~Joan Zimmerman