The family of Josephine Howell is deeply saddened to announce her passing on April 17, 2026. Josephine was born on September 1,1954 in Indianola, Mississippi to Johnnie and Mary Lee Price. After graduating from high school, she later relocated to Illinois and began working as a secretary for the Army. In 1989, she joined the Army and retired after 21 years of service. She was passionate about education earning several degrees including a master's. At different periods in her life, she managed her own businesses and worked as a paralegal and real estate agent.
Josephine was an outgoing person who loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest. She took pleasure in playing bingo, traveling, and conversing with family and friends. Ambitious and determined, she was truly unstoppable when it came to achieving her goals and wouldn't give up without a fight. Even after learning of her illness, she showed strength and optimism never allowing it to get her down. Her laughter and smile was contagious touching many people she met. She will forever be missed.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children Michelle Johnson, Micheal Price, Jackie Price, Iris Howell, Morissa Mckinnie; 21 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; siblings Wanda Strook, Judge Sanders Price (Billy), Barbara Jones, Lavern Price (Lavon), Danny Sanders (Moochie), Arthur Lee Sanders, Mary Thomas (Penny Mae), Jesse Smith (Baba), Cheryl Godbold and a host of extended family and friends.
Josephine was preceded in death by her parents Johnnie and Mary Lee Price; brothers Johnnie Bay Price and Leon Price.
A Visitation will be held at Crawford Bowers Funeral Home on May 3, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. at Crawford Bowers Funeral Home of Copperas Cove.
A Celebration of Life at Crawford Bowers will take place on May 4, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm in the Chapel of Crawford Bowers located at 211 W AVE B Copperas Cove, Texas.
Followed by a Graveside Service at Central Texas State Veteran Cemetery from 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm. located in Killeen, Texas
