Betty Jean Howard Obituary
We announce the death of Betty Jean Howard (Park Forest, Illinois), born in Memphis, Tennessee, who passed away on June 10, 2026, at the age of 84. Betty will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Betty Jean Howard to pay them a last tribute.
Betty will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Betty will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Betty’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her father Eugene Howard; her brother Raymond Howard; her mother Ora Lee Henderson; and her brother Richard Lee Moore. She is survived by: her children, Tracey McAdams, Dorian Moore, Florette Sander and Kerry Luckett; and her brothers, Nokomis Moore, Jr. (Butch) and Reginald Smith. She is also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many close friends and neighbors.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: National Black Nurses Association, (https://nbna.org).
