James E. Howlett

He is survived by his loving bride, Sherry Bunn Howlett. He is survived by his two daughters, Elspeth Howlett Bigoness (Chris Bigoness), Allyson Howlett Talento, as well as three stepchildren Denise Slovensky Robertson (William Terry Robertson Jr.), Gregory Slovensky (Cathy Slovensky), Michael Slovensky. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his sister Doris Howlett Resnor and is survived by his sisters, Verlene Howlett Barr, Patty Howlett Delio and Laura Howlett Colgan.

James served his country in the United States Navy. He spent many years working for Grumman Aerospace Corporation in Long Island, New York. He was the definition of being a "Steward of God." He spent many years as a Gideon as well as volunteering as often as he could. It may have been through a corny joke, a facial expression or through song, no matter the situation, he knew how to put a smile on someone's face. An outdoorsman, a chef, a poet; there as so many talents he possessed and he shared them with the world.

"What If

You look at my faith, and you say what if you are wrong,

I know it sounds good! when you are singing your song.

I know for sure that I am not, because my faith is so

strong,

My answer back is! what if you are wrong?

If I was wrong, what did I lose?

By sharing Gods word, and sharing His good news.

But if you are wrong! You are going to hell,

You have a choice! I pray that you will chose well.

Our lifetime on earth, Is like a blink of the eye,

Compared to one day in eternity, here our lives fly by.

The only things on earth that are required of me,

Is to live a faithful life, ant share Jesus with thee.

I know when I die, where I will be!

Jesus said He was preparing a place for me.

That is why I am full of peace, and I sing,

Praising My God and The King."

By James Howlett

September 9, 2021

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Food Ministry of First Baptist Church Alabaster

A memorial service celebrating James' life will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. Services will be held at First Baptist Church of Alabaster. 903 3rd Ave NW Alabaster, AL 35007