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JEFFERSON F. (JEFF) HOWARD, SR.
1927-2008
Jeff was a member of Myrtle Grove Baptist Church were he served as Deacon. He was a veteran of the Korea conflict in which he received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
Jeff was preceded in death by his Parents Jonathan F. and Dicy Shelby Howard.
He is survived by his wife Kathleen (Kathy) P. Howard; Three sons; Jefferson Frank Howard II and wife Linda, Jonathan P. Howard and wife, Christen and Joel C. Howard; one daughter; Angela Vicki Bock; one sister; Oletha Randolph; nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Tuesday, September 2, 2008 from 12 Noon until 1:00 p.m. at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church. Reverend Ron Lentine and Reverend Al Butler will be officiating. Interment will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be sons and nephews; Jefferson F. Howard II, Jonathan P. Howard, Joel C. Howard, Robert E Godwin, Gary W. Peaden and Sherman W. Randolph.
In lieu of flowers donations my be made to Myrtle Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 5920 Lillian Highway, Pensacola, Florida 32506.
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Marco & Jessica Smith
September 20, 2008
Mrs. Howard & Joel,
We are keeping you and your family in our prayers. We are thankful for your friendship. Keep your eyes on Jesus and He will sustain you.
With Love,
RANDALL BROXTON
September 3, 2008
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts. Jeff was a fine man.
Melynda (Merritt) Corley
September 2, 2008
Mrs. Howard,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Howard. He was such a wonderful Christian man. Please let Jonathan and Joel know that I am praying for all of you. I love you all, Melynda
Cyndee Merritt
September 1, 2008
Hey Kathy,,I am so sorry about Mr. Howard. I hope I will get to come to the funeral tomorrow. If not, I want you to know that you and the boys are in my prayers. I love you. Love Cyndee
Debbie Cosson - Lundstrom
September 1, 2008
Kathy and family:
Missie (your former great neice) and I are thinking and praying for you and the family during your loss.
Rose Davis
September 1, 2008
Kathy my prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy I worked with you at the Tag Office but now live in Weatherford, TX.
Maxine Strickland
September 1, 2008
Kathy,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My God give you comfort and peace.
Maxine Strickland
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