Gloria Ann (Jackson) Howard of West Plains, Missouri peacefully passed away June 14, 2026 at Brooke Haven Healthcare in West Plains, Missouri at the age of 88.
She was born in Cabool, Missouri October 7, 1937, the only daughter of Paul and Geneva Jackson.
Gloria married Homer Howard of West Plains, Missouri on May 30,1959. They were married until Homer’s passing on March 29, 2014. Homer’s sister, Mary Robinson introduced them and Gloria and Mary were friends until Mary’s death in 2019. Gloria and Homer were blessed with three sons, David, Brad and Mark.
She was a member of Central Church of Christ for twenty years, but has been physically unable to attend for the past three years.
Gloria was very active in visiting those in the nursing homes and those that were home bound. She and her friends June Morrison and Linda Deathridge spent many years in this ministry.
While living in Ava, Gloria was very active leading the ladies at Ava Church of Christ. There they organized clothing giveaways, VBS and many other outreach programs, always ready to do “what’s next” for the Lord.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her brothers Paul and Kenny.
She leaves behind three sons, David Howard and wife Susie of Blytheville, Arkansas, Brad Howard and wife Jo of Douglas, Alabama, and Mark Howard of Rogersville, Missouri. Four granddaughters, Sarah Williams (John), Lydia Howard, Claire Howard, and Hannah Corbin (Cody).
The family would also like to thank the staff at Brooke Haven Healthcare for their exemplary care during our mother’s stay there.
Celebration of Life with a service following on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 11:00 to 12:00 at the Central Church of Christ in West Plains, Missouri.
Graveside services will be at the Cabool Cemetery, Cabool, Missouri, starting at 1:00 p.m., under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains, Missouri.
June 15, 2026 @ 12:17 pm
David, Brad, and Mark /Families, My parents and I extend our Deepest Sympathy to each of you on the passing of your Mother, Gloria. We have fond memories of her with her smile and wonderful sense of humor too. She will be missed! We will be keeping all of you in our daily prayers and thoughts. May God provide each of you with peace, comfort, strength, and encouragement daily. May God bless all of you. In Christian Love, Norris and Ivene Cozort Amber Cozort Redburn
June 15, 2026 @ 7:22 pm
Thank you do much. I still have fond memories of your family as well. Mom had good memories of all of you as well! You will be in our prayers, too. God bless you all, David and Susan
June 15, 2026 @ 4:23 pm
Prayers for the howard family. So sorry for the loss of your mother. Prayers for peace and comfort for all
June 16, 2026 @ 6:19 am
We are so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. Remembering all of her loved ones and many friends and holding you up in prayer.
June 16, 2026 @ 3:28 pm
When we move to Ava in 1983, Gloria was absolutely wonderful to us. She was a backup babysitter, made my girls doll clothes, Making sure I was accepted and learned the ins and outs of living in the Ozarks.
Joe and I are praying for all the family. So very sorry for your loss. God Bless you all.
June 18, 2026 @ 10:47 am
RA and I are saddened to hear of Gloria’s passing. She was a wonderful Christian woman and will be missed by many. Prayers for her family.
June 19, 2026 @ 11:35 pm
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Gloria. We pray they find strength, peace and comfort in the cherished memories they have of her. Heaven gained a beautiful angel.
June 20, 2026 @ 8:24 pm
Oh what a Gloria she was. One of my mom’s very best friends, I remember her fondly. Wise lady. Down to earth. I have always missed her since she moved away. I saw her a few times, once at Homer’s funeral and once when she came with Jane Masten to church at Ava when Jane moved here. She was special.
June 22, 2026 @ 11:16 am
So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. I remember the Howard family well. Have lost contact with them through the years. Gloria leaves a special legacy for her boys.