Howell Eugene Lancaster (July 31, 1911 – January 5, 1972) was an American politician.

He served as a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives from 1949 to 1972.

[2] In 1949, Lancaster was elected to the Florida House of Representatives, succeeding Carl O.

[3] He served until 1968, when he was moved to the 15th district, succeeding Leon N. McDonald Sr.[1][3] He represented five counties.

[4] Lancaster died in January 1972 of a heart attack, at the age of 60.