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Mary Lee Howard, 76, of Covington, GA passed away on March 29, 2021.
Mrs. Howard was born September 1, 1944 in Union Springs, AL. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved playing the lottery and slots. She was a best friend to everyone she encountered. She was the heart of the family and was very much loved by All.
She was preceded in death by: father, Willie Jenkins; mother, Mattie Jenkins; brother Moses Jenkins; sister, Jeannette Govan; son, Stanley Howard; daughter, Holley Howard; son, Maxwell Howard III; and grandson, Maxwell Kenneth Howard.
Survivors include: husband, Maxwell Howard, Jr.; brother, Theodore (Alice) Jenkins; daughter, Maxine (Julio) Guevara; daughter, Margaret Howard; daughter, Sheila Howard; daughter, Rosemary Cook; son, Michael (Dawn) Howard; 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and numerous other family and loved ones.
Memorial services will be held 3:00 PM, Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Voice of Pentecost 4648 Salem Road, Covington, GA 30016. Repass will be held right after services at 250 Mary Jane Lane, Covington, GA 30016.
Messages of condolence may be left at www.GeorgiaCremation.com. The Howard family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Hwy 54 West, Fayetteville.
Zaviera Russell-garat says
May God be with you and your family during this hour of need. May he comfort you all!
Toni Harrell says
Love you forever grandma . My angel forever 💛
Vanessa Spencer says
My condolences to the Howard family. I am praying for your strength and peace during this difficult time.
Love you all
Vanessa Symonds says
Mike and family i didnt know your mom but i know Michael and sheila your mom was alot like mine was ver y family oriented i send my love and.prayers to you all
Teresa Styres says
We’re gonna miss your laugh and your kind heart. We love you so much. Rest in heaven now💜
Teresa and family
Anita Johnson says
My condolences to the family praying for you all . May the Lord give you all the strength you need. R.I.P
julieann govan says
Your smile always lit up the room you will be missed dearly tell auntie Mattie Ree I said hey up there and to keep watching over us.
Much love Julieann and family
Tasha Hill says
My family would like to extend our condolences and prayers of peace at this difficult time. May God wrap his loving arms around the family as you all heal from the loss of Mrs. Howard. She was a special woman full of love and smiles.
Gregory Peterkin jr says
Grandma i want to tell you that that i love you to death in back you were my light when I needed to see and my air when it was time to breathe…man 😪😪😥😭😭😭😭R.I.H.
Walter Howard Jr. says
May the LORD GOD be with each and everyone of you to comfort and strengthen all of you for faith and trust in all His divine plane and time for all of our lives the LORD GOD have another Angel in His kingdom Aunt Mary has a new name and her robe and wings love Walter, Karen, Jahari Howard Jr. of Syracuse, N.Y.
Janie Thomas says
My condolences to the Howard/Cook family.Praying for your strength. Sis Janie T.
Kitty says
Mom you are truly gonna be missed you were a wonderful person I still can’t believe you’re gone r.i.h xoxo To my sisters and brother and all my beautiful nieces and nephews
Connie Smith says
May the peace of God that passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and mind through Christ Jesus. Holding you close in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobby & Nichole Henderson says
Our love and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times. Praying for peace and discernment as you and your family begin the emotional healing process.
Rita Howard says
Rita Howard of Detroit I send my love and my deepest condolence for the Howard family love you all
Lonetta Morgan says
Cuz I’m really going to miss you And family praying for you all wish I was there love Cuz Joy
Lana Atwater Potter says
Max and family, I’m so sorry to read of your loss of Mary. We haven’t seen each other in so many years, but I will always remember your time at Atwater Farms.
Lynell Elias says
Our condolences to the Howard family. You are loved and totally missed. We love you all and yes we are family.
The Elias family.
Karen Faulk says
Loving memories of cousin Mary. Deepest condolences.
Karen and family in Detroit.
Joy and Basil Harris says
Miss Mary always had a hug and a smile for me when I visited. I loved hearing about her and Mr.Howard’s fishing trips and all the ways they lived their retirement. I pray you find comfort and peace as you all remember how special and loved she was.
Mr. & Mrs. Earl Townsend & Family says
Thoughts and prayers for your family! Our deepest condolences cuz!