Ms. Howard was born July 6, 1926 in Big Springs, AL to the late James Buddy Walker and Ollie Brown Walker.
Ms. Howard is survived by her son, Everett Howard; grandchildren, Fran (Joe) Hasson, Rene’ (Jon) Edwards; great-grandchildren, Lance (Alisa) Hasson, Grant Hasson, Noah Edwards and Tucker Edwards; sister, Marette Landers Brown; brother-in-law, Tom (Alice) Howard and her long-time special friend Olan Morris.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Leroy Howard, sister, Frances Langford and brother JL Walker.
Ms. Howard has been a resident of LaGrange since 1960 and was a devoted member of Unity Baptist Church where she served faithfully. She retired from Playtex after 27 years of service.
Funeral Services will be held 3:00 P.M Sunday, May 24, 2020 in the Chapel of Striffler-Hamby Mortuary. The gathering of family and friends will be held Sunday prior to the service from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to Unity Baptist Church for the Food Pantry. Those wishing to share a condolence or remembrance with the family may do so by visiting www.shlagrange.com.
Arrangements are by Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 1010 Mooty Bridge Road, LaGrange, GA 30240 (706) 884-8636