With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Margaret Lou Howerton (Clinton, Missouri), born in Chilhowee, Missouri, who passed away on October 12, 2023 at the age of 94. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Margaret Lou Howerton to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Hugh Milton Albin and Flora Pearl Albin (Moore); her husband John Doak "J. D." Howerton; and her siblings, Robert Francis Albin, Billy Hugh Albin and Mary Sue Rowen.

She is survived by : her sons, John Philip Howerton (Jan) and James Mason Howerton (Debbie); her grandchildren, Nick Howerton, Colonel Paul Howerton (Emily), Clinton, Jill Wood, Jennifer Morris (Colonel Aaron Morris), Strangvanger, Mike Howerton (Heidi), Jon Howerton (Stacey) and Andrew Howerton (Melissa); her brother John Albin (Margie); and her sister-in-law Carolyn Albin. She is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family suggests memorial contributions to the Carrsville Cemetery. Donations may be left in care of the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home