Howard H. Lemack, of Melrose, formerly of Hull, died at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers on Dec. 6, 2011 at the age of 53. Howard was born in Quincy, raised in Hull and a graduate of Hull High School, Class of 1976. He went on to earn degrees from both Wentworth Institute and Northeastern University. Howard was a Quality Engineer working on research & development for missiles & guidance systems for C. S Draper Labs in Cambridge for over 20 years. He was the husband of Sandra (Torossian) Lemack. Loving father of Peter T. Lemack & Elisa V. Lemack. Son of Bernard Lemack & the late Edith (Douglas) Lemack. Devoted brother of Marilyn Smith of Wayland , Barbara Corcoran & her husband Bob and Meryl Johnson & her husband David, all of Hull. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and great nieces & nephews. A prayer service will be held at the Gately Funeral Home 79 W. Foster St., Melrose on Monday Dec. 12th at 3PM. Relatives & friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours following the prayer service from 4-8PM. Interment will be private. Condolence calls may be made at the family home at 82 Hillside Ave., Melrose on Tuesday Dec. 13th from 4-9PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Howard's name to a Cancer charity of your choice.