Howard Jay Needle

Howard Jay Needle, of Baltimore, Maryland, passed away on Monday, January 29th, 2024, at the age of 88. He is survived by his beloved wife, Susan 'Sue' Needle (nee Willen); loving children, Jim A. Needle, Stan A. (Jonna) Needle, and Allen D. (Jacqi) Needle; and grandchildren, Sidney Needle, Spencer Needle, Elise 'Milo' Needle, and Jack Needle. He was predeceased by his caring sister, May Ruth Seidel; and parents, Sidney A. Needle and Mollie Needle.

Howard Needle was a hardworking and devoted Attorney. He proudly served as a member of the House of Delegates in Baltimore County for eight years. He helped to establish the Pikesville Armory Foundation, and pioneered the Baltimore Subway and Northwest Expressway, helping to shape today's Baltimore County. His passion and devotion to his work and community was matched only for the love he had for his wife and family. Travelling the world and soaking in every minute was always important to him. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him.

Services at Sol Levinson's Chapel, 8900 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, Maryland, 21208, on Thursday, February 1st, 2024, at 10:30 am. Interment United Hebrew Cemetery, 3901 Washington Blvd. Please omit flowers. Contributions in his memory may be sent to Common Cause, online at commoncause.org. The family will be observing Shiva at 1321 Harden Lane, Pikesville, Maryland 21208, Thursday from 6:00 pm to 9:00pm, with a service at 6 pm , Friday from 1:30 pm to 5 pm with a service at 4 p.m., and Saturday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.