While managing the booth, Berdella befriended a man named Paul Howell, and his son, Jerry. Robert and Jerry soon formed a friendship. They were often seen sharing drinks in the company of friends.

PORT ANGELES — A Port Angeles man was sentenced today to nearly 35 years in prison for the October murder of Jerry Howell and kidnapping of Rebecca Messinger. Superior Court Judge Christopher Melly ...

PORT ANGELES — A Port Angeles man pleaded guilty Wednesday to the October murder of Jerry Howell and kidnapping of Rebecca Messinger. Clallam County Superior Court Judge Christopher Melly accepted ...