Diane Howard Obituary
Diane Howard, of Covington, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 77. Mrs. Howard passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a devoted member of First Baptist Church of Oxford and cherished spending time with her loved ones. Mrs. Howard found joy in the simple pleasures of life — fishing on a quiet day, tending to her garden, and enjoying outings with family and friends. She loved shopping trips, meals at Texas Roadhouse, and never passed up a Frosty. Her warmth, laughter, and loving spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her Parents, James and Leona Ogletree; sisters, Doris Penn and Juanita Cagle; brother, Tony Ogletree.
Survivors include her husband, Jacky Howard; daughter, Karen and James Cash; sons, Kevin Howard, Jeff and Cindy Howard; grandchildren, Candace Howard, Spencer Howard, Bradley Cash, Brandon Cash, Hannah Howard; great-grandchildren, Azriah Howard, Amaha Howard; as well as several nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service for Mrs. Howard will be held Friday, October 31, 2025, 2:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home prior to her service Friday, from 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1215 Access Road P.O. Box 630, Covington, GA 30014
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