John Kenneth Howerton Obituary
The memory of John Kenneth Howerton (Elizabethton, Tennessee), who passed away on February 20, 2026 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Herman Howerton and Adilado Henegar Howerton; his wife Elizabeth Claudette Howerton; and his brothers, Richard Hugh Howerton and Edward Howerton.
He is survived by: his children, Gina Howerton Fritts of Johnson City and Brady Kenneth Howerton (Cena) of Rutledge, Tennessee; his grandchildren, Joshua Daniel Fair, Cody Blaine Fair, Seth Kenneth Howerton and Kara Annette Howerton; and his great grandchildren, Avery Fair, Reid Fair, Evan Fair, Aiden Blevins and Chase Blevins.
Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers may make donations to the Carter County Animal Shelter, 135 Sycamore Shoals Drive, Elizabethton, TN 37643 in honor of Ken.
