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Christopher Noel "Chris" Howard, 49, of Tarkington Prairie, passed away on Friday October 13, 2017. He was born on, Thursday May 2, 1968 in Channelview, Texas. Chris was preceded in death by his brother, Sean Kelvin Howard; grandparents Riley and Emma Howard, Carroll and Helen (Shelton) Berryhill.
Chris is survived by his wife, Christie Howard; children, Zach and Christian Howard, parents, Vernon Ray and Rickie Lynn (Shelton) Howard; sister, Veronica (Howard) Baker and husband Steve; mother-in-law Katherine Fort; sister's-in-law, Tina Kennedy and husband Eddie, LeAnn Smalley and husband Mike, along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other loving family and treasured friends.
Chris was a loving husband, father, and son. His love of sports lead him to be a coach at Tarkington High School, and Livingston High School. He also coached little league in all the surrounding areas. Chris touched many lives, he was a great mentor and helped many to find their way thru life, by introducing them to sports. Chris was loved by all and will be missed by many.
Visitation for Chris will be held at Neal Funeral Home on Tuesday October 17, 2017 6-8 pm. Funeral service for Chris will be held at Cornerstone Church on Wednesday at 1 pm. Interment to follow at Ryan Cemetery.
All services were handled under the trusted care of Neal Funeral Home
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Tina
November 8, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family. May God comfort you and strengthen you through this period of sorrow. He is listening to your prayers and wants to be by your side; draw close to Him. Psalm 119: 76.
Patrice
October 30, 2017
May the thought of knowing that friends family and God share your grief be of comfort to your family Pro 17:17
Terry Young
October 21, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Howard family. The kindness that Chris and his family extended to me is something that I will never forget. I want you (his family) to know that he was a rare and unique individual who touch more people than you will ever know. I pray that find comfort in knowing that he was "a good man" whose legacy of kindness is something that you can continue to spread. May God bless you as you cope with departure from life.
Doug & June Manary
October 19, 2017
We just heard about your loss and send our deepest sympathy. Chris and Cort (our son) were very good friends in high school and he spent a lot of time at our house. We enjoyed watching him grow into a fine young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Alvie King
October 18, 2017
Rest In Peace my old friend.You were a funloving ,bighearted character! You opened your heart and your home to me on countless occasions.I often share stories of our SHSU days with my sons..( some of them!) Youll always be in my memory.
Trey Marik
October 16, 2017
My condolences to the entire family. I worked with Chris for two years at Tarkington when we were both right out of college. Spent many hours coaching together and playing softball. I was unaware that he had been ill for some time and was totally shocked and saddened deeply at hearing of his passage. Though he is gone, he is forever in my heart and mind.
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