Dr. Gwin was a brilliant professor and a great friend. I took as many history classes from him as possible. His storytelling kept my attention like few people could do, and his genuine love of history and concern for his students made him much more than just a professor who shared knowledge. Years after I graduated from Lamar, I reconnected with Dr. Gwin and also got to know his lovely wife Elizabeth. Antonio and I had a few dinners with them during the past several years when we were in town for Lamar’s homecoming games. I will always remember the lessons he taught me inside and outside the classroom.
Monday, September 7, 2015

Such a kind soul.

My sincerest sympathies go to his wonderful wife and family, and so many others who saw him as family.
Sunday, September 6, 2015

Throughout life you can usually only count true friends on one hand. Howell has been one of my true friends for over 40 years. We flew RC airplanes together years ago with much fun. He was probably the wittiest guy I have ever known. Couple of weeks ago he was so looking forward to seeing his new students at Lamar. He was talking how he was going to intimate them. I told him no that they will eventually see he is more bark than bite. Will definitely miss you ole friend.
Sunday, September 6, 2015

Rip howell you will be missed.

Saturday, September 5, 2015

Dr. Gwin was the most fantastic storyteller and historian. ISometimes, I would find that I had stopped taking notes and I was just listening. I took every course he taught and then when I went back for my masters, he was the Dean of Graduate Studies and he still remembered me.
Saturday, September 5, 2015