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Spencer Howington Obituary
SPENCER HOWINGTON
LUMBERTON — Spencer Howington, 56, of Lumberton, North Carolina, went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 27, 2017.
Spencer was born in Scotland County on April 3, 1961, to the late H. Marvin Howington Sr. and Reather Jane Thompson Howington whom he joined in the heavenly journey.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Monday at Union Chapel Community Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Burnt Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 33 years, Frankie Oxendine Howington, and three children, Derrick James Harris (wife Heather) of Lumberton, N.C., Bryan Wayne Howington (wife Brandi) of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Logan Hailee Howington of the home. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Micah, Braelyn, Gabryella, Bryson and Braedyn; seven siblings, Brenda Bruce of Winston-Salem, N.C., Rosalyn Locklear (husband Doug) of Vanceboro, N.C., Marvin Howington Jr. (wife Cheryl) of Lumberton, N.C., Marla Heeks (husband Bobby) of Raeford, N.C., Darryl Howington (wife Tomalita) of Lumberton, N.C., Denton Howington (wife Teresa) of Indiana, and Kimberly Wright (husband Paul) of Raeford, N.C.
Spencer was a devoted husband, father, and friend to many with his bold stance for Christ and his love for his family and friends. From his wife, "Spencer, you were my very best friend and always there for me. You brought the very best out of me and for that I'll always be truly thankful. With Love Always, From Your North Star."
From your loving daughter, "I'll always remember tickles on the bed, blowing kisses and the kisses goodnight. Thank you for always praying for me before school and for being an amazing father."
From your loving sons, "Pops, thank you for showing us what a Christian husband, father, and grandfather looks like. Thank you for being the hands, the face, and the feet of Jesus. We promise by Christ's strength we will take care of Mama and Logan. As Christ told his disciples, 'Keep the faith and carry it for ALL the world to see the love of Jesus Christ.'"
From your beloved daughter-in-laws, "Thank you for always making us feel welcomed and loved in this family. You weren't just our Father-In-Law, you treated us like a Father, with the upmost respect and love. Thank you for sharing that love with us and we promise to continue sharing that unconditional love to your family."
The family will receive friends 6 to 9 tonight at Union Chapel Community Baptist Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.revelsfh.com. Arrangements under the direction of Revels Funeral Home Pembroke.
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Memories and Condolences
for Spencer Howington
James Randell Dinkinssma
October 4, 2020
Didn't know you had gone on to be with the Lord..So Sorry to all your Family and especially Frankie and Kids..!! and even surely Kim and all Others. May God bless you All..
Audrey McGirt
July 25, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
August 1, 2017
Sending my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of comfort give you strength and peace during this difficult time. -Psalm 29:11
Marcus Hammonds
July 31, 2017
Marvin, Cheryl and family; my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Christine Matchett
July 31, 2017
Remembering the family in my prayers. Love you Frankie.
Christine
Red Springs, NC
Julia Johnson
July 31, 2017
SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILY'S LOSS. May God be with you in the weeks and months to come. Marvin(Judy Worriax) Did not know you lived around here. Sorry for the loss of your brother. I did not know he was your brother. Sorry for u my classmate( 69)
did
Debra Brown Patterson
July 31, 2017
Frankie, praying for you and your family.
Christine Vereen
July 31, 2017
Dr. Howington and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My deepest heartfelt sympathy extended your way.
July 31, 2017
OMG!!! WOW!!! SHOCK!!!!!!
My dear friend and brother in Christ. I will miss you dearly. You have touched my heart and soul in so many ways. You were a friend that I could count on no matter what the need. I will miss the hand shake each Sunday morning and the BIG BEAR HUG during the fellowship song and the words "I LOVE YOU HONEY". Your seat beside the vent was vacant this Sunday but I know your spirit was still among us. You will continue to be with us since the love we have for you lives within our hearts. I will continue to be friend to Frankie as long as she wants my love and friendship. Tell daddy that I love and miss him dearly. Rest in peace.
Praying for God's comfort and strength for the family
LOVE Gail O Locklear
MARTHA HUNT
July 31, 2017
LILIES OF HOPE HOME CARE PEMBROKE NC
July 31, 2017
ms.frankie and family
our love and prayers are with you.may GOD carry you through this time.
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Michelle Locklear
July 31, 2017
Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers. Spencer was well loved by many and will be missed dearly. I live in the Union Chapel community and also work at UNCP. His passing has touched Pembroke tremendously.
Carlista Williams
July 31, 2017
Frankie I am truly sadden to hear of Spencer's passing. You well know how I feel about Spencer, as he was one of my favorite suppliers during my tenure with Hoke County Schools. He also served as one of our supplier at church. Spencer has always provided excellent customer care, a true loss for all who loved him. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you conquer the challenges that life brings.
Much Love
Carlista
July 30, 2017
a very good friend,a respectful person and a christian man.To the family God bless you in this time of mourning. Carolyn Dial/Prospect
Chuck Canady
July 30, 2017
A truly wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Donna Gay Powers Patterson
July 30, 2017
Frankie and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Spencer was always so wonderful to work with in a professional setting when he was with Shaw. He always entered a business with that big, bright smile. Everyone adored his christian character, the way he spoke of his family, that smile that he always had that came from being a husband, father and a man of God. He will be missed by all that he touched in Robeson County and more. Continue to draw strength and comfort from our Lord during this very difficult time.
Ed Chavis
July 30, 2017
Very special person to contribute in building our community.
God bless all of you as we all mourn his passing.
Oryan Lowry
July 29, 2017
Loved playing golf with you Brother......
Scottie Howington
July 29, 2017
Uncle Spencer the good die young, I remember all the laughs and memories me, you, and daddy have had on the golf course those I will always hold dear to my heart you are truly loved and going to be missed.
Love your nephew,
Scottie Howington
Denton Howington
July 29, 2017
I love you big brother and even though we haven't spent a lot of time together in the past years not a day has gone by that I don't think of you...I'll see you soon
Denine Revels
July 29, 2017
He will truly be missed
July 29, 2017
Frankie and family so sorry to hear about Spencer, just wanted to let you know that he loved you all and he was so proud of the precious daughter that was placed in your life. Keep the faith and know that soon we will all gather together around the throne of Jesus and the Heavenly Father. praying for you
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