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Holly Howarth Obituary

Holly Anne Howarth, 54, lost her year and a half battle with ovarian cancer on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018. She fought the disease with dignity and courage.

Holly was a local resident of the North Port, Port Charlotte area since 1971, relocating from Islip, Long Island. While growing up in North Port Holly graduated from Lemon Bay High School in 1982.She worked at Symbiont Service in Englewood for 10 years doing new business development. Holly loved golfing, cruising and spending time with her family. Holly was a vibrant personality that brought conversation and love to everyone that she met. There was never a situation that she did not bring total commitment and positive attitude to make all around her better.

She is survived by her husband of 35 years, James Howarth; and mother, Bette Lewis; sister, Bonnie Parker; sister, Cindy Kapusta.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Tidewell Hospice in Port Charlotte in Holly's name.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sun Newspapers on Oct. 5, 2018.

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David Livingston

November 15, 2018

Our sincere condolances and prayers for your family Holly.

October 8, 2018

Holly, you will be missed. Your battle was fought with dignity and the love of your family supporting you through your undeserved journey. Rest in peace.

With love,
Denise Coast

October 8, 2018

Sorry for your loss, may God's loving kindness comfort and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 51:17

Jimmy Watts

October 7, 2018

So sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all the families

October 7, 2018

So deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one. May Gods promise found in John 6:40 of the hope to see your loved one again bring you and your family the comfort, peace and strength for the days ahead.

Eleanor Stetson

October 6, 2018

Your Aunt Margie and I went up to the hospital to welcome you and congratulate your parents Betty and Jim the morning after you were born.You were a blessing Then and still are. My deepest Sympathy to your husband, Mother and entire family. R I P dear Holly.

Julie Spoor Scroggins

October 6, 2018

To the Howarth and Lewis families, I am so sorry for your loss. May your beautiful memories of Holly lift you in this time of sorrow.

Sharon Hashem

October 5, 2018

My sincere condolences to all family and friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cathy & Vince Rimshaw

October 5, 2018

Our deepest condolences to your family at this most difficult time. Holly was an amazing loving person who we had the pleasure of knowing. Fly high with the angels! RIP Holly

Maryann Braham

October 5, 2018

So very sorry for your loss. Rest In Peace Holly. You will be missed dearly.

October 5, 2018

With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that he cares. 1 Peter 5:6,7.

October 5, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss at this difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort at Matthew 5:4 in the days ahead.

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