Beverly Marie Howard
1928 - 2015
Beverly Marie Howard
1928 - 2015
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BORN
1928
DIED
2015
Beverly Howard Obituary
She was 87 years young, born February 7, 1928, in Niles, California.
She was the second eldest of William and Emma Montarbo's six children: Vernon, Bill (William Jr.), deceased, Gilbert, deceased, Ronald, and Maxine Fortino.
She was the loving mother of three: Her sons, Robert and Leslie Howard and her daughter Katherine Avilla.
She was the proud grandmother of three: Grandsons Dane & Nathan Avilla, and her grand-daughter, Alexis Gutierrez.
Sisters Anaelle and Ailie Avilla, her great-grand-daughters in whom she delighted, are the start of a new generation.
And those who married into her family were just as dear to her as her natural family: Robert's wife Karen, Leslie's wife Rebecca (Becky), Dane's wife Jennifer (Jen) and Alexis' husband Fabian.
Beverly was a longtime member of Crossroads Bible Church on Wright Avenue in Morgan Hill, California, formerly First Assembly of God Church, where she volunteered regularly and attended faithfully for most of her life.
To sum up Beverly's life, she loved people and she prayed for people.
She loved her God, her family and her friends with all of her heart. She will be sorely missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her.
May she rest in peace.
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Michelle Gonzalez
January 20, 2017
I'm so sad to know my sweet friend I worked with at Hello Direct is gone! I pulled your gorgeous jacket you gave back in 2004 to have it dry cleaned...and I felt that something wasn't right not hearing from her and couldn't find her once we lost contact after she moved! She was a friend who took me under wing when I was only 18 back at 140 great oaks! I loved her like my own grandma! She was one tough lady and now I will talk to her everyday! I would love is her daughter or someone can reach out or please know, I love your mom/Auntie/friend and I wish I was there for her! I miss you Bev! More now then ever! By the way...I'm a grandma as I'm sure you know! She will know all about you! Love you Lady! Xoxo
Donna Borgett
December 9, 2015
Beverly was a dear friend of my mom, Shirley Tarter. They attended Live Oak High School together. Even though my mom lived in Lodi they kept in touch. Mom would be excited to tell me when she and Beverly had spoken. In the summer of 2008 my husband and I drove mom to the Live Oak Class reunion. It was so much fun to see mom with Beverly and the other "girls from school" having so much fun.By the time of the next reunion my mom had passed away. Dear, sweet Beverly was so sad. She would call me or I would call her to just say hello. She would always tell me how much she missed mom and how much she loved her. They both loved to laugh!
To Beverly's family I am so sorry for your loss. I hope she and my mom are together sharing stories about their families whom they loved so very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you....
Bonnie Paul
June 8, 2015
I will miss Auntie Beverly who was always praying for me other relatives and friends. Her smile and laugh were contagious and just the mention of her name would always bring a smile and wonderful memories. She was so caring and positive. I will miss her greatly.
Don Montarbo
May 20, 2015
I wil sure miss my Aunt Beverly so much. She was such a loving person who was always ready to help when we needed it. Especially, she was one of them who went out of her way to help keep in contact with my Dad and stepsister and brother ,Barbra and Bill. My heart goes out to my cousins and family.
Don Montarbo
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May 20, 2015
My love and prayers are with you all at this time. I had the most wonderful visit with Beverly when I was in Morgan Hill just last month. I loved her smile and sense of humor. I will miss her.
Robert Lang
May 20, 2015
Beverly was our neighbor in San Jose before she moved to Morgan Hill. She was definitely one of the sweetest and most caring neighbors a family could have. We are sorry to hear of her passing.
Rob Lang and Family
Carol Gallagher
May 20, 2015
All our Love and prayers to the Family. The Lord called home a wonderful person that he needed to do more of his work and now she is reunited with the rest of her family that the Lord called before her. Bev will be missed so very much and all the laughs that we would have with our calls to each other. Bernard and I will miss you greatly.
Vickie Metcalf
May 20, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sherry Tani
May 20, 2015
All my love to the family. I will miss Auntie Bev so much. Our monthly calls were so wonderful. She was always so happy and caring and so sweet. I will miss her so so very much.
Miriam Hanes
May 19, 2015
All my love to the family. I was so sad to hear of cousin Beverly's passing. She was a gift. Much love.
Katherine Avilla
May 19, 2015
The Remarkable Life of Beverly Marie Howard
May 15, 2015
Long time Morgan Hill resident, Beverly Marie Howard, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 15, 2015.
She was 87 years young, born February 7, 1928, in Niles, California.
She was the second eldest of William and Emma Montarbo
missy montarbo
May 19, 2015
I'm So sorry to hear Aunt Bev died. She was great to talk to about her brother, my dad. I guess all Angels, have to go home and I thankful she will always be watching over the family like she did when she was alive.
Lynn Miller
May 18, 2015
Kathy - We are so sad to hear about Auntie Beverly. Bonnie and Elizabeth just left for a trip to Ireland yesterday. Bonnie was so sad that she couldn't be here for Auntie's funeral. Michelle is flying in from Texas and then we are going to drive up from San Diego. Once again, we are so sad for your loss... Lynn Miller
Ed [Jr.] Johnson
May 18, 2015
Bev. will be missed by all that knew her.
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