Stephen Anthony Howard Obituary
The family of Stephen Anthony Howard (Kinston, North Carolina) announces his passing on October 12, 2026. Stephen, born on January 30, 1957, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Stephen Anthony Howard to show support.
He was predeceased by: his former wife Sara Griffin; and his parents, Stephen Lambert Howard and Sarah Wilson Howard. He is survived by: his wife Phyllis Joyner Howard; his sister Sharon H. Pate; his mother-in-law Janice Joyner; his daughter Susan Lococo (Matt); his grandchildren, Sara, Stephen, Carlee and Caitlyn; his daughter Gail Smith; his grandchildren, Nita and Christian Smith; his daughter Cyndal Sessoms (Josh); his grandchildren, Dawson and Sawyer; his son William Wiggins (Kayla); his grandchildren, Meila and Wyatt; his daughter Stacie Whitfield (Isaac "Zack); his grandchild Annelise; his daughter Savanna Howard; his grandchild Charlie; Creedence.
Visitation was held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Garner Funeral Home (209 W Peyton Ave, Kinston, NC 28501). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Tanglewood Church (2102 Rouse Rd, Kinston, NC 28504).
