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Rev. Dr. John D. Howell Sr. was born in Fairmont, GA to the late Henry Howell and Virginia Hamilton. He passed away at Park West Medical Center surrounded by family and friends on June 29, 2024.
He is preceded in death by parents Henry Howell and Virginia Hamilton. Grandparents Charlie S. Howell Sr. Uncles Rev. C.S Hamilton Jr. and Dr. L.D Hamilton MD.
John accepted Christ at an early age at a holiness church in Calhoun, GA where he was an active member prior to leaving for college.
John received various degrees, accolades, and served on various committees to serve the community. Amongst his many accolades, he was a lifetime member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity incorporated (Chaplin).
He leaves to cherish his memories his loving and caring wife of 64 years Alice Griffin Howell, only beloved son John Howell Jr, reared Dorothy, Audrey, Talisha Anderson(Danny), Terri, Clarence, and Joshua. Grandchildren: Maria Jackson, Rachel Howell, April Howell, Michelle Howell, Sarah Howell, Leon Blevins, Dominique Anderson Perkins (Daniel), Daniel Anderson, Brittany Howell, Lady Starnes, Uzziah and Isaiah Anderson, and a host of family, friends, and colleagues.
Saturday July 6, 2024 - Receiving of Friends and Family from 4:00 to 5:00 pm at Logan Temple A.M.E Zion Church, 2744 Selma Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914.
Service to follow at 5:00 pm.
Presiding Pastor, Alvin Guathney; and Eulogist, Pastor Holbert W. Brabson II.
The Military Salute will follow after Saturday Services. Interment will follow Monday at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery 2200 East Governor John Sevier HWY, Knoxville, TN 37920. In lieu of flowers send to Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 5103 Homberg Dr Knoxville, TN 37919.
Professional Arrangements entrusted to JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY.