In re the Marriage of Howard

In this dissolution case, husband appeals the division of property and the award of costs to wife. Wife cross-appeals, seeking modification of the valuation of husband’s lessor’s interest in a manufacturing facility or, in the alternative, modification of the payment schedule in the judgment.

The parties were married for 41 years. Husband is the president of Purdy Corporation, which manufactures paint brushes and paint rollers. Wife has not worked outside the home for over 35 years. The couple have three adult sons, all of whom are employed by the corporation. Husband’s annual corporate…