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Nancy Mae "Ms. Kitty" Howard obituary, Harvey, LA

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Nancy Howard Obituary

Nancy "Ms. Kitty" Mae Allen Howard, age 74, departed this life on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center. She was a native of Ferriday, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Nancy retired after 20 years of service as an employee of Metropolitan Development Center (formerly Belle Chasse State School). She and her husband were also business owners for many years. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Howard Jr. Loving mother of Brenda (Spencer) Houston, Kendra (Tiseman) Howard, Debbie Howard, Clarence (Shannon) Howard, Joseph (Elizabeth) Howard III, Devin (Stephanie) Howard Sr., Victor (Theresa) Howard, and the late Wilbert Howard. Grandmother of the late Hannah Howard. Daughter of the late Thomas and Daisy Allen. Sister of Castanna (the late Pastor G. Washington), Mary (Lloyd), Gladys, Jette (Melikile), Charles (Mary), Jimmy (Angela), Larry, Timothy, William, and the late Katie Glass, Dorothy Allen, Daisy Williams, Thomas Jr., Henry, and Theodore Allen. Devoted aunt of Robert "Bam" Williams. Sisterly cousin of Janie Allen. Sister-in-law of Deborah (Irvin) Jones and Ruby White. Godmother of Cassandra Williams and Patrick Francis. Devoted friend of Joyce Ott, Marilyn Payne, Shave Houston, and Mildred Castille; also survived by 21 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of St. Rock Baptist Church, Israel Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Israel Baptist Church, 1612 Esther St. Harvey, LA on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 10:00a.m. Pastor Johnny McKinnies, host pastor; Pastor Ricky Johnson, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the church. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Nov. 1 to Nov. 3, 2018.

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Michelle Turner

November 12, 2018

Hey family (Greg)...my heart goes out to all of you. It's hard to lose your mother at any point in your life. But you need to trust the love of your family and friends because they will help see you through the dark days. Just embrace the memories.

All my love, Michelle

Mary Shaw-Nicholas

November 5, 2018

Condolences at this time to you and your family

Mary Shaw-Nicholas

November 5, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Thais Mayfield

November 3, 2018

The family of Mrs. Nancy have my deepest sympathy, she was such a joy to work with at MDC. I'll keep lifting your family up in prayers.
God Bless,
Thais Mayfield

Necola LaFrance

November 3, 2018

Sending heartfelt condolences to the Family of Mrs. Nancy and my classmate Devin. I pray God give you all the strength to deal with the loss of your mother.
Necola Walters LaFrance

Katherina Knoten Conley

November 3, 2018

Take your rest my sister my cousin rest on, always remembet our time at Vacation Bible School 2018, will miss

Jean Griffith

November 3, 2018

Devin and family, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Hoping that you take comfort from family and friends. And know that the memories of your mom never ends.. May Faith guide you and help you find strength. Praying always.

Deborah Simmons

November 3, 2018

Kenyell my prayers are with you and your family always keep her memories in your heart. Mrs Nancy take your rest

JACQUIE Sturgis

November 3, 2018

Nacy a Loving Soul.
A mother/Grandmother and a
friend, a gracious woman
beginning to end.
Rest my friend your race is
won.
You will be missed Forever
Jacquie Sturgis
&
Family

Martha Barge

November 3, 2018

Another sweet person gone whom will be truly missed. Mrs. Nancy has earned her wings. It's okay to cry family for her body that is no longer with us, but remember her sweet spirit will be with us FOREVER. May God continue to carry you through this journey and ease your hurt and pain. I love ya'll Gail ❤

Cherise & Tony

November 3, 2018

I lavish upon you our refelctions, prayers and well wishes during this dark time in y'all lives. May God give you all comfort as our has went home. No more suffering just ETERNAL PEACE. God bless you all.

Perry Henderson

November 2, 2018

Sorry for the lost of you all Mother.
Nancy Howard Allen....
Love Perry Henderson and family...

Fay Williams

November 2, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Kelly Hampton

November 2, 2018

Y'all have my deepest condolences.

Paulette Lumpkins

November 2, 2018

Devin; My prayers are with you and your family.
Paulette Lumpkins
Nov./01/18

Carlisa Johnson

November 2, 2018

May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
My most sincere condolences,
Faye Gaines & Family !!
Love you guys!!

Melody Kennedy

November 2, 2018

Devin, sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Myraeionne Favorite-Jones

November 2, 2018

Take your rest auntie Nancy. Praying for the family.

Daphne Language

November 2, 2018

Will truly be missed❤

Kimberly Kennedy-King

November 2, 2018

Kendra, I am praying for your family during this time of sorrow.

Bridget Franklin

November 2, 2018

To God be the Glory from all the things he has done for me to the family of Mrs Howard my friend for many years I pray that God will bless and keep u all we have laughed n cry but most of all we all Love each other until we meet again my friend Ms Bridget n family

Ronald Coleman

November 2, 2018

To the Allen & Howard Family....You have my deepest sympathy....Ms Kitty was like an Aunt T to me always had me helping her with our BLACK HISTORY Program at StRock BC....We will surely miss you Ms Nancy with your Loving heart....All we can hold onto is the MEMORIES......Who can forget those
( JOES CORNER) daze....Sorry GOD was ready to take you away ,I guess he has plans for you we will never understand..SO glad you got your wings.... Hope to see You on the other side some day....Gone but NEVER forgotten....eye will always have you in my HEART (And the MEMORIES)

Carolyn Whatley

November 2, 2018

Praying for the family, condolences to you all. Another angel gone home.

Jeanna Hampton-Allen

November 2, 2018

Condolences and prayers from the Hampton & Allen family

Ayshantai Pierre

November 2, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Tonya Martin

November 1, 2018

Praying for the Howard family in their time of sorrow. May GOD continue to heal each and every one of you.

Larry-Lisa Henry

November 1, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kim Lemar

November 1, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sandra Favors

November 1, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Trust in the Lord. Praying for you and tge family. Love ya sis

James Cason

November 1, 2018

Hi Family my name is James Cason my Wife is Linda Gayle Cason known in Harvey as LiL James & Gayle We pray God's Blessing and Strength our the Family. Mrs Nancy impacted our life in so many ways she will truly be missed.

Gloria Payne

November 1, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

johnell batiste

November 1, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mattie Parker

November 1, 2018

It can be hard to face the new year without your loved one,but the love of family and friends can carry u through.

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