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Eda Howard Obituary
September 5, 1924 - October 13, 2020
Mission, Kansas - Eda Mae (Edie) Howard, 96, passed peacefully from this life to the next on October 13, 2020, in her home of 72 years, surrounded by family. Services will be held at Shawnee United Methodist Church on Tuesday, October 20, at 10am, a livestream of the service will be found at the Shawnee United Methodist Church Facebook page. Visitation will be on Monday, October 19, 6-8, at Amos Funeral Home.
Edie was born to Albert and Frances Hancock on September 5, 1924 in St. Francis, Kansas, the 4th of 5 children. She graduated from Kansas State University where she majored in Home Economics education and later taught at Washington High School in Kansas City, Kansas, for 28 years.
While at K-State she met her husband of 64 years, Claude Howard. He preceded her in death in 2011. Their relationship was truly the love of a lifetime. They raised their family in Mission, Kansas, and were an integral part of that community. They shared a heart for service, a love of crafting and creating, and a work ethic from that Greatest Generation. But their primary passion was family. Family traditions included time spent at the Lake of the Ozarks, annual Colorado trips and the Family Christmas Eve.
Known for her positivity, her smile and her zest for life, Edie was known as the "scrubby lady." She spread kindness by giving these out to family, friends, and total strangers. Literally, thousands of scrubbies have been given as her way of making this world a kinder place. She only asked that recipients pay it forward. She truly spread love.
Edie was a member of the Shawnee United Methodist Church and the Retired Teachers of KCK. She did volunteer work at Safe Home and the Salvation Army and was a regular at the Roeland Park Senior Center.
She leaves four children: Kay Bailey (Lane), Steve Howard (Debbie), Cindy Collins (Alan) and Trey Howard (Jan), 14 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren.
Edie was known as a mighty card warrior, Grandma Elly, and BEST MOM EVER! The world has lost a truly fine lady.
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Jim and Deb Humphrey
October 22, 2020
We are so sorry to learn of Edie's death. We certainly loved talking and visiting with your Mom and Grandma through the years and know she will be heartily missed by all. She was definitely a bright light and I'm sorry we weren't there at the funeral to say "goodbye". Much love to all the family that she loved so very much. We hope everyone is staying well during these difficult Covid times. Our best to everyone.
Sally Smith Coffman
October 21, 2020
Mrs. Howard, was my Home Economics teacher at WHS in early 1960's. She encouraged me to attend K-State and follow my dreams. My senior clothing project, a purple velvet formal, was a challenge. In her caring way, she supported and encouraged me. I am one of the many students she influenced. I will continue to share her caring attitude and "pay it forward ".
Heartfelt sympathy to family and those touched by her giving spirit.
Sally Smith Coffman
Becky Waitkoss
October 18, 2020
Mrs. Howard was my absolute favorite teacher. My parents, Wilburn and Sherry Bishop were also friends. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Becky Bishop Waitkoss
Jeanne Youngblood
October 17, 2020
I’m so sorry I will be able to attend her service because of my vulnerability to Covid. I will certainly be there in spirit.
Jeannie
Jeanne Youngblood
October 17, 2020
She was the kindest person and a very, very dear friend. I wen to exercise class with her for many years and she was an inspiration to me and other women less than half her age. We had many good lunches and movies together. I can’t imagine life without her. I loved her.
Jeanne Youngblood
N. Stewart
October 15, 2020
Heartfelt condolences to the family of Eda Howard. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father is close to all those who ae broken-hearted, and he saves those crushed in spirit.
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