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Tara Howard Obituary

Howard, Tara Nicole
25, of Phoenix, AZ took her place at the right hand of God on June 8, 2013. Though her years on Earth were fewer than we had expected, her beautiful presence in our lives has gifted us with memories to cherish for a lifetime. She gave us two treasures through her children, Davien and Azalea. She is also survived by her mother, Karen Howard, sisters, Jennifer Gonzales, Regina Garcia, and Susan Garcia, nieces, nephews, numerous other family members, and her partner, Philip Enriquez. A memorial service in celebration of her life will be held on June 13, 2013 at 2pm at Universal Memorial Center, 1100 E. Jefferson St, Phoenix, Arizona 85034. In lieu of flowers, her family is asking for donations to help with the care of her two young children.

Published by The Arizona Republic on Jun. 12, 2013.
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Tara honey I can't believe you are gone. I'm so sorry we didn't stay in touch after Tony and your Mom broke up. I would have loved to see your children. Jordan has a 7year old girl and Taylor has a baby boy who is 18 months old. Today is also the day Nana McCloe passed away 19 years ago. So so sad. We really missed you Tara! Tony passed last November so you have someone up there who loves you and will protect you!

Marilyn Chandler

June 8, 2014

TARA LOVE YOU AND FOR I WILL.ALWAYS REMEBER YOU..R.I.P BABY GIRL.YOU WERE ALWAYS A TRUE REAL FRIEND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED BUT ALWAYS HAVE YOUR SPRITUAL PRESENTS. R.I.P

crystal white

March 21, 2014

you will be missed.

sarah baker

March 20, 2014

Ryan

September 26, 2013

I feel....BLANK Tara.. We were suppose to grow old together laughing at each others crazzy nonesense...We were the Epitamy of BEST FRIENDS.. I still dnt understand...I just dnt... I go to text you...and then i stop...I just cant adjust to this yet baby gurl...I miss your crazzyness..Insane im going without you.. I Love You so much... Someday ... ..We will meet..And Laugh again.. xoxoxo ~ Whooppie

Vloria Houston

July 11, 2013

In our hearts is where you'll stay.

Jennifer G

July 10, 2013

What can I say that hasn't been said already. You were taken way before your time, your infectious smile lit up the room. You will be missed by so many of the lives you touched, especially your children and your mother. Be their guardian angel until you all meet again. Rest in Peace Sweet Child!

Carol H

July 6, 2013

Love from Uncle Terry and Aunt Claudia

Terry Howard

July 2, 2013

I didn't know you well, but I know how much you are loved, especially by your mom! You will be missed, Dear Tara! I look forward to getting to know you better in heaven!

Essie Gaston

July 2, 2013

R.I.P Tara Nicole Howard you will be missed and kept in our hearts till we join you in heaven...my thoughts and prayers go out to all the loved ones who now have to live with out you.

tyler geffrey

June 30, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

joni coaxen

June 29, 2013

Gob Bless and keep You, Your Children, Your Mom, Sisters and Family. What a tragedy for all. So young, so full of love and life. My heartfelt sympathy to you and yours. May God be With.

Melody Bowers/Strine

June 26, 2013

Rip Tara- You will always be missed. You were Outgoing Person Your smile Always Be missed watching over your kids. We love you Tara.

Sophia enriquez

June 20, 2013

Rip Tara- You will always be missed. You were Outgoing Person Your smile Always Be missed watching over your kids. We love you Tara.

Sophia enriquez

June 20, 2013

Only knew you for a while but I'm glad I had the chance to know you.

Jeffrey Jeune

June 20, 2013

Maria Munoz

June 20, 2013

Rip my cuz i well never forget you.

Nathan Howard

June 19, 2013

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

June 19, 2013

May God "surround and comfort" Tara's loved ones during this time of grief.
Psalm 71:21

GSTL

June 19, 2013

Tara you were a dear friend of Victoria, she will be heartbroken to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you to enter the heavens and for the angles to watch over your children. God Bless.

Cyndee Lowe

June 18, 2013

bestfriend, i don't know what im going to do without you.....our friendship was one of a kind something every girl should have. im gunna miss our late night talks, our random notes, i'll miss ur texts every morning u were the only person i would ever wake up for at 6 in the morning! im gunna miss ur multiple laughs and your craziness you were filled with so much life and happiness my world just seems so much more duller without u in it. i love you and i will always miss you.

Brandi Graston

June 18, 2013

We all love and miss you so much. There's not one day that goes by that your not in our hearts. Love always Chris Feil

christopher feil

June 18, 2013

To lose such a precious child is beyond comprehension. To lose a child I watched grow into a woman, even from far away, too hard to deal with. I wish you all peace and closure. It may take time but know we are all around you to hold you close and help you make the necessary journey. Life is strange and we may ask why. We will get the answer when we too sit at the right hand of the Father. God Speed Tara Nichole.

Nancy Broderick

June 17, 2013

I miss Tara Nicole Howard shes been awesome n da best of da west in phx shes always be in our hearts we all love her so much R.I.P. Tara

Tina Coronel

June 17, 2013

Karen and family,we are so sorry for your loss. Tara will always be in all our thoughts. Our prayers are for you and the family.May you always lean on the Lord. Go to him and trust him to comfort in the hard times.Psalm 116:15 "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." She is with the Lord and in no pain. In Isaiah he tells us that those who wait upon the Lord shall be renewed. Love Rodger&Gloria

June 17, 2013

From the bottom of our hearts both Gregg and I hold only sweet memorieS of your precious beautiful daughter she is still truly loved and want you to know through Davien his smile and zalea her beauty I will see Tara as if she is still here with us. Reminding us always of someone as precious and beautiful of a daughter , sister and mother she truly was. Ourhearts go out to the the whole family.


Gregg and Kathy

Kathy Longoria

June 14, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family. Love Dan and Terry Howard

June 13, 2013

My dear Friend Tara! You will be missed and we will always have you in our hearts. My god rest your soul and may he bless your beautiful kids with all the love and affection they need from phillip. Have you in my heart always <3

Alicia Valdez

June 13, 2013

Rest in peace and know that your sweet angels will be guided by GOD here on earth. jaimee

June 12, 2013

Karen,David and I just want to say how sorry we are for your loss.Tara was a pretty girl looked a lot like her mom.She will always be with you.God bless you.

June 12, 2013

We have been praying for all of you. We love you. Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Dawn Loucks

June 12, 2013

She will be watching over all of you an she will never be forgotten R.I.P Tara

Bertha Avila

June 12, 2013

I pray for her children and family

Bertha Avila

June 12, 2013

Tara you were a light in which can never be replaced. You could feel your presence when you walked into the room, you were always the life of the party. So unequivocally beautiful it was mind-bottling. So full of energy and so full of life, all you ever wanted was to be able to provide for your children.You were just being discovered, your modeling was and still is un-matched.... This isn't over, your looking down on us now. AND WE WILL MEET AGAIN, IN ABETTER PLACE!I love you Tara, and I'll never forget you as long as I breath. Your legacy will live on through those beautiful children. You will never be forgotten.

T.S Manley

June 12, 2013

Jennifer, Susan, Regina and Karen, I am so very sorry for your loss nothing I can say will take the pain away but hopefully knowing how much Tara was loved will help ease the pain. If any of you need anything p,ease know I am just a call away. May god put his hands on you all and guide you through this though time in your lives! Love you all.

April

June 12, 2013

Gone too young. Love you niece.

Dean Bennett

June 12, 2013

im so ssorry for your lose , i love you girls remember she is an angel and she is in a way better place.. with our goood Lord.

June 12, 2013

Karen, we are so sorry for your loss. Let us know if you need anything.

Cheyenne and Robert Stewart

June 12, 2013

Karen iam so very very sorry for your loss and please if you need anything do not hesitate to call me 623-262-6710 or Dave 602-327-9735. I will be praying for you.

bree orent

June 12, 2013

Rest in Peace Beautiful. Praying for strength for the family and friends.You are gone but will never be forgotten.

Serena Alvarez

June 12, 2013

Susan and family, So very sorry for your loss. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. RIP Tara.

Marina

June 12, 2013

We are temporary, but our memories are forever. May God lead you past the gates of Heaven and may he give strength to your family.

L G

June 12, 2013

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