Dawn Willet Howard Obituary

The family announces the passing of Dawn Willet Howard of East Liverpool, Ohio on August 8, 2026. Dawn, born on October 5, 1961, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dawn Willet Howard to show support.

She was predeceased by: her father Frank David Thompson Jr.; her son-in-law Timothy Kirkland; and her goddaughter Malia Dawmonique Dunn. She is survived by: her mother Beverly J. Thompson; her children, Christina Kirkland (Michael Thomas), Shante Thompson (Jason Chapman), Paul Howard III and Tia Howard; her niece Davina Thompson (David Santiago); her grandchildren, Josiah Santiago, Ja'lae Clay, Tiara Welch and Cashus Clay; her great grandchildren, Jhaki and Ayla Santiago; her sister Vida Thompson (Perry Fluker); her close friends, Kim Hazel and Marlene Dunn (Herbert); and her former husband Paul Howard Jr..

In lieu of flowers. please consider making a donation to the First Baptist Church Food Bank in Dawn's memory.