Mary Frances Howard's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2025 in Claremore, Oklahoma

Mary Frances Howard

July 9, 1939 - October 8, 2025 (86 years old)

Claremore, Oklahoma

Mary Frances Howard's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2025 in Claremore, Oklahoma

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Musgrove Merriott Smith Funeral Service & Crematory

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Mary Frances Howard

July 9, 1939 - October 8, 2025 (86 years old)

Claremore, Oklahoma

Mary Frances Howard Obituary

We bid farewell to Mary Frances Howard of Claremore, Oklahoma, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 8, 2025 at the age of 86. Mary Frances touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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 Mary Frances Howard to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Gilmore William and Alice Charlotte Bates Barnett; and her husband Ronald Howard. She is survived by: her children, David Evans (Gail) and Stephanie Applegate (Chris); her grandchildren, Farron Evans (Megan), Sabra Robertson (Ian), Ashley Applegate (Kaleb Estes), Karlye Wagner, Bethany Applegate and Carter Wagner; her great grandchildren, Anderson and Miller Evans; and her sister Madge Hauenstein. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and other beloved family members.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 1st 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Vessel Church (1301 W Country Club Rd, Claremore, OK 74017).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Musgrove Merriott Smith Funeral Service & Crematory



Sat

Nov 01

Memorial service

2:00 PM

Vessel Church
1301 W Country Club Rd, Claremore, OK 74017

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