of Conway, AR
July 29, 1935 - October 14, 2014
C.A. was born in the War Eagle Community of Washington County on July 29, 1935. He passed very peacefully to his promised reward on October 14, 2014, in the presence of family at the age of 79. C.A. and wife Elaine have been residents of Conway for 41 years.
C.A. completed his education at Springdale High School where he received numerous awards working with dairy cattle. He married Elaine Berry of Fayetteville on August 3, 1956, and they raised three sons. His greatest legacy is his loving family and his deep love and devotion for Elaine. His smile and sense of humor will be greatly missed by family and all who knew him.
C.A. started working as a paper boy in Springdale at the age of 12, and from his earliest days was always known for his hard work. He never hesitated to do all he could to meet the needs of others. C.A.'s career included local and over-the-road trucking, restaurant manager, superintendent of two Arkansas State Parks, finishing his career in public school food service, including 12 years as Food Service Director with Conway Public Schools. One of the things that C.A. was most proud of was 36 years of military service, retiring at the rank of Master Sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserve. C.A. served many years in the Jaycees at the local, district and State levels, including State Vice President. He also held local positions with the Arkansas State School Food Service Association including State President. His retirement years were spent having fun with family, especially grandchildren, and finding every opportunity he could to be on a tractor.
Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Elaine; son Steve and wife LaDonna of Jonesboro; son David and wife Kelly of Denison, Texas; son Scott of Conway; brother Joe and wife Pat of Conway; grandchildren, Susan Rudd and husband Seth of Jackson, Tennessee; Karla Earnhart and husband Blake of Ada, Oklahoma; Lisa Howerton of Newport; Katie Miller and husband Stephen of Burleson, Texas; and Margo Howerton of Conway. C.A. and Elaine presently have 9 great-grandchildren, with another one expected in January 2015.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 10:00 am at Robinson and Center Street Church of Christ with burial to follow at 2:00 pm at Springfield Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday evening from 5-7 pm.
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14 Condolence(s)
Mary-Catherine Mann
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Elaine Martin
Monday, October 20, 2014
Gods peace be with the family...your loved one will be missed.
Kyla Tyler
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Elaine, my precious friend! My love and prayers be with you today and always.
Karen Thompson Francis
Saturday, October 18, 2014
Scott and family.... I was so saddened to hear of your fathers passing. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God will carry you through this time of sorrow.
Carol Burt
Friday, October 17, 2014
My first husband and I worked at Petit Jean State Park when C.A. was the park superintendent and our boss. He was a great boss and worked as hard or harder than any of his employees. I worked at Mather Lodge and have many good memories of C.A., Elaine, and the boys. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Phillip Foley
Friday, October 17, 2014
Howerton family,
So sorry to hear about your loss.
Mom and Dad passed away a few years ago and
it is still tough sometimes.
I remember a lot of good times when you were
in Springdale.
Praying for you,
Phillip
Jim Morriss
Friday, October 17, 2014
I remember CA as the live wire in Springdale High class of '54 and always enjoyed visiting with him at reunions. Before leaving Sprg. he was customer at my mother's auto parts store and always asked about her whenever we met. I especially appreciated his kindness toward her. My thoughts and prayers are with Elaine and the family.
Mark and Sandy Mahaffey
Friday, October 17, 2014
David and Kelli-We are so sorry for the loss of David's dad. We will have you and your family in our prayers as you celebrate his life. Please touch base soon. We would love to catch up. Love, Mark and Sandy Mahaffey
Sharon Selph
Friday, October 17, 2014
Elaine...Pat, Joe,
So sorry about C.A. I know you and the rest of the family will miss him but at least you know he is in a better place.
God bless you.
Mark Shaw
Friday, October 17, 2014
David and Scott,
I am so sorry to learn of Mr. Howerton's death. I remember him from school...always upbeat and positive. I know how difficult it is to lose a dad. I've lost two of them....but I can tell you that it does get easier with time. You'll be reunited with him, but until that time, please know that there are many people praying for you.
Bob Barham
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Dear Elaine, Steve, David, & Scott:
I was deeply saddened to hear of C.A.'s passing. I remember him best when I was high school age and hanging out at the Howerton house. Many good times there and I was always made to feel welcome while I was there. "Mr. H" as I always called him, had an unusual wit as I recall, but he and "Mrs. H" always made us kids feel like we had a second home there. He will surely be missed by all who knew him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. God Bless. Romans 8:28
The Barhams'
Rick and Darlene Lee
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Scott,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Randy O. & Sherril A. Bowling
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
HOWERTON FAMILY: SO SORRY TO HEAR OF C.A.'S PASSING. HE WAS A GREAT MAN!!!
R.O.B./
Bill & Linda Cossey
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Dear Elaine, Scott, and Margo...we were so sorry to hear of C.A.'s passing...please know that y'all are in our thoughts and prayers...may God wrap His loving arms around you and carrying you through the coming days...we love you.