Mary Ann Howard Obituary

In loving memory of Mary Ann Howard of Oregon, Ohio, who departed this world on January 4, 2026 at the age of 89. Mary Ann leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Ann Howard to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her husband Gerald "Jerry"; her parents, Fred Fischer and Mabel Fischer; her siblings, Bonnie Heid Dussia and William "Bill" Fischer; and her children-in-law, Larry Newbern and Karen Howard.

She is survived by: her children, Jodi Newbern (Larry) of Virginia Bch, VA, Gerald Jr. " Jerry" Howard (Karen) of Oregon, OH, Lauri Gulliford (Christopher) of Union, OH and Thomas "Tom" Howard (Lesia) of Newport News, VA.; and her grandchildren, John Moomey, Hannah Gulliford Alessandria (Joey), Helen Gulliford (Philip Oberlin), Evan Howard (Heather), Benjamin Gulliford (Kelly), Amanda Newbern, Leah Howard Appleton (Shane), Kevin Newbern (Nadya), Lauren Howard and Layken Howard. She is also survived by her nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews.

Mary Ann was a talented crafter and skilled in all kinds of needlework; she was an avid knitter, and could always be found somewhere clicking her needles, creating something for someone, even donating mittens and hats to "Mom's house.".