Arkesha Lavonda Howard Obituary
We announce the death of Arkesha Lavonda Howard of Durham, North Carolina, who passed away on June 11, 2026, at the age of 52. Arkesha will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. 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 Arkesha Lavonda Howard to pay them a last tribute.
Arkesha 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 Arkesha will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Arkesha’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She is survived by: her parents, Vivian Howard (William Caudle, Sr.) of Wake Forest, NC and Earl Echard (Laura) of Garner, NC; her children, Keon Howard and Najuwa Smith; her siblings, Katrina Caudle of Wake Forest, NC, Sharon Patrick of Edenton, NC, Tracey Johnson of Jacksonville, FL, Nichole Jarman of Durham, NC, William Caudle, Jr. (Sharon) of Atlanta, GA, Emanuel Howard (Vykky) of Seattle, WA and Patrice Echard (Sharon) of Waldorf, MD; and her grandmother Madge Howard of Oxford, NC. She is also survived by four granddaughters and one grandson.
