Joel Raymond Howard Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joel Raymond Howard in Washington, Arkansas, who passed away on May 10, 2026 at the age of 64. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joel Raymond Howard to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his father Leo Lavern Howard; and his grandchildren, Raylee, Gidget and Clover Howard. He is survived by: his mother Ellen Louise Hoeger of Manchester, IA; his wife Katherine Howard; his daughter Johanna; his son-in-law Justin Trimble; his son Raylee; his daughter-in-law Natalie Howard; his grandsons, Gardner Howard of Highfill, AR and Jackson Trimble of Highfill, AR; his siblings, Randy (Brandia Howard), Scott (Deb Howard) and Ann; his brothers-in-law, Allan Hermsen of Manchester, IA and Vernon McKirch; and his parents-in-law, Johanna Pigeon and Vernon McKirch. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.