Lisa Michelle Howie

Lisa was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; her father, Dennis; and her daughter, Natalie.

She is survived by her loving family, who will miss her dearly: her mother, Gail Abraham of Concord, NC; her son, Trent of Mint Hill, NC; her husband, Dustin of Mint Hill, NC; her brother, Steve of Charlotte, NC; her sister, Mary (Matt) of Coventry, CT; her nephew, Roby of Atlanta, GA; her nieces, Isabel of Brooklyn, NY, and Eloise of Manhattan, NY; along with extended family, including aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Lisa was born on July 19, 1970, in Endicott, NY, and moved with her family to Concord, NC, in 1979. She graduated from Northwest Cabarrus High School in 1988 and went on to attend Southeastern College of Beauty Culture, where she earned her degree in Cosmetology. Throughout her career, Lisa used her God-given talents to help countless clients look and feel their best. In 2013, she retired from cosmetology to devote her time to raising her children.

Trent and Natalie were the light of Lisa's life. She had a special love for NASCAR and was a devoted fan of Jeff Gordon, who happened to be one of her clients when she worked at her first hair salon. Her love of racing was something she proudly passed down to her son, Trent. It became a special bond they shared, creating memories that Trent will carry in his heart forever. Lisa cherished early morning walks on the beach with Trent, searching for shark's teeth and enjoying the simple beauty of those moments together. She passed her love of art on to Natalie, and the two spent many hours painting together. Lisa also passed along her love of animals to Natalie, sharing with her the compassion and kindness she felt toward all creatures, big and small. Being a devoted mother, Lisa worked hard to ensure that both Trent and Natalie received the best education possible.

Lisa never met a stranger and made friends wherever she went. Those who knew and loved her will fondly remember her wicked wit, quick sense of humor, and sweet smile. These special qualities were ones she inherited from her dad, Dennis, and she carried them proudly throughout her life. Her ability to make people laugh, brighten a room, and bring a smile to those around her will be dearly missed.

Lisa loved all animals, big and small, with dogs and sea turtles holding especially dear places in her heart. Throughout her life, she rescued and cared for many dogs, always showing compassion for animals in need.

Lisa loved the outdoors, and no matter which beach she visited, it was always her favorite place on Earth. She also had a deep love for music, whether listening to the radio or attending concerts. She could name the song, artist, and even when and where a song was released just by hearing it play. The movie Grease and its soundtrack were particular favorites. She was thrilled to attend the Broadway production in New York City as well as the production at the Belk Theatre in Charlotte, enjoying both experiences immensely.

Lisa's love, laughter, sense of humor, and the countless memories she created with those around her will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. Though she will be deeply missed, her family finds comfort in knowing she is at peace in the loving arms of her Savior.

A Celebration of Life service for Lisa will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at Restoration Church, 8365 Possum Hollow Road, Indian Land, SC.

Visitation with the family will begin at 3:00 p.m., with the service following at 4:00 p.m.

Please visit the church's website for livestream information:

www.restorationchurchcarolinas.org

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lisa's memory to Wings of Eagles Ranch, located in Cabarrus County, NC.

Wings of Eagles Ranch

4800 Faith Trails

Concord, NC 28025

Website: www.wingsofeaglesranch.org