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She was preceded in death by her husband, Ted O'Neil Howell, and brother Avery Gatwood. She is survived by her daughter, Alisha (John) Auten; two brothers, Warren (Ruth) Gatwood and Lloyd (Sandra) Gatwood; one sister, Gail Bates; one sister-in-law, Theresa Gatwood; and two grandchildren, Chad and Dylan.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Valhalla Memorial Funeral Home from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., followed by a chapel service at 12:00p.m.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
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Visitation
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Valhalla Funeral Home
8730 Sims Road, Eight Mile, AL 36613
Send FlowersOct
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