of Haskell, AR
November 6, 1986 - November 2, 2013
Marcus Shane Howell, 26, of Haskell, Arkansas went to be with the Lord, Saturday, November 2nd, 2013.
Shane was born November 6th, 1986 in Little Rock. He lived in Pine Bluff until age 9 when his family moved to Haskell. He graduated from Harmony Grove High School in 2005. Shane was a seven-year Band Member and loved to march and play the trumpet. He had many friends from Pine Bluff and Haskell and always surrounded himself with his friends.
Shane dearly loved his family; parents: Kay and Gary Howell of Haskell; grandparents: Jane and Bill Craft of Cabot; aunt: Polly Benfell (Len) of Benton; uncle: Larry Craft (Debbie) of Benton; special cousins: Blaire and Scarlett Benfell, Doug Craft, Amy and Lori; aunts: Debbie Workman (Freddie) of Glendale; Carolyn Haller of Benton; cousins: Shawn Workman (Julie) of Glendale and many, many other friends and loved ones.
Shane never met a stranger, would help anyone who needed it and never had a bad word to say about anyone. He always had a smile on his face and a helping hand for others, and made others laugh.
He recently graduated from Diesel Driving Academy in Little Rock, achieving a goal he had wanted for many years. He excelled in this endeavor. Jokingly, he said he could haul anything from ''milk to dynamite.'' Shane was scheduled to leave November 10th to start his trucking career in Dallas.
Services for Shane will be 1:00 P. M., Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Roller England Funeral Home Chapel (501) 842-3939. Visitation will be at 6701 Hwy. 67 #10 Benton, Arkansas 72015, Wednesday, November 6, 2013, from 4-7:00 P. M. Burial will be in Tomberlin Cemetery in Coy, Arkansas.
Donations may be made on Shane's behalf to the New Hope Living Center, 1522 Scott St., Little Rock, Arkansas 72202.
Shane I am sorry it has taken me so long. I was living in Dallas when this happened. I think about you all the time. Everybody is checking out I am sorry I wasn't around. Hold me a seat Blue.. I'll see you in the sky.
Love you my brotha.
Just now found out about a person that I really loved and cared about I am truly sorry to hear this I actually been thinking about him the other day was telling a friend a cool story about me and him hanging out i will be seeing you again my friend
It has now been one year since you passed away. My heart still breaks every time I think of you. Sometimes it still doesn't seem real. Your whole family loves you Shane, and misses you every day. But we will see you again.
I was just informed of Shane's passing last night.... He was one if the funniest people I have ever met in my life.... I am so sorry that I did not know and wasn't able to attend the services!!! He will be missed by many but never forgotten, prayers sent to the family
Today is he 2nd of February and another month has passes. I feel your presence often and cherish those times. I am still so very sad and I miss you greatly. I'm trying to stay positive but sometimes the anger and despair get in the way. You are a wonderful son and I love you dearly.
Yesterday was two months since you passed. Me and your dad miss you so much and our hearts ache everyday for you. I know God has a special job for you in heaven along with looking after us. We feel your presence always. As you would want, we are trying to be happy and enjoy life but it is so very hard. We love you son.
Dear Kay, There are no words to express my sincere love and compassion that you and Gary must feel every single millisecond of this life now. I do not know what to say to soothe your hearts of this tragedy. One thing I do know is you all do know where Shane is, so he is not lost to you. He was always so sweet and kind with Abby when she would be with Aunt Cindy. Love and prayers forever.
I'm gonna miss the hell outta you. You were one of the nicest, funniest guys I've ever had the pleasure to call friend. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Shane was a great person and friend and will be missed dearly. My prayers go out to his mom and dad they are great people whom i love dearly. I am deeply sorry for their loss.
To: Mr. and Mrs. Howell
Just know that you both have my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences. I am praying that over time the Good Lord gives you peace, In Jesus' name, Amen.
To: Mr. and Mrs. Howell
Just know that you both have my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences. I am praying that over time the Good Lord gives you peace, In Jesus' name, Amen.
Mrs. Kay and Mr. Gary, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll always cherish the times that we all spent together before and after school. He was a great friend and an amazing person. Living across the street from y'all is now such a blessing because we had a great and close group of friends and made so many memories through high school. I'm sorry I couldn't be there but my prayers go out to all of his family and friends. He will be missed by many but Shane lived a great life.
Ms. Howell, I am so very sorry to hear of this loss, such a tragedy. You and your family are in my prayers, and I pray for the comfort of the Lord to embrace your family as only he can. I will never forget our Halloween haunted rides and Christmas parties meeting Shane, he was wonderful with all of us who had the honor of meeting him.
Ms.Kay & Gary, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this day. May God Bless you both.
Mrs. Kay,
I am so sorry I am going to miss Shane dearly. He was amd still a wonderful man. Ashley, Joyhnathon, and myself will hold him near amd dear to our hearts. Again I am so sorry. If you or Mr.Gary need anything please call me. My cell Iis 360-912-1262. I love you both amd again am so sorry.
Love always
Nikki
Ashley
Johnathon
Mrs. Howell,
So sorry to hear about your son. Please know that you and the whole family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Love and Prayers
Jason Pilkington
So Sorry for your loss. Virginia and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers
May God give you peace! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Mr. and Mrs. Howell My prayers and thoughts are with you
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Pray God's peace abide with you.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious son. You are in my prayers today and in the days ahead. God's grace and peace to you all.
Gary and Kay you have my deepest sympathy. I still have the picture Shane drew of me when you were at Wrightsville. Gary remembers. The one of me in a tower. He was a good kid. He'll be missed. God Bless.
Kaye and Gary:
There is SO much more to this life than you or I can see or possibly know about. My prayer for you BOTH is that you find peace that surpasses anything our rational minds can understand. Shane was such a precious baby boy and a handsome young man who had his own demons to fight....we ALL do. We all take different paths and means to fight. Please don't feel like God took him away from you. Shane, apart from being your child, was loaned to you from God to fulfill a specific purpose and whatever that was has been filled. We are all given free will and I pray that you both chose to accept his path with peace in your heart and resolution in your minds. Love you both and loved Shane too. He will always be around you in spirit...the physical is all that seperates you now. xo xo
Kay & Gary - I know Shane has jumped many hurdles throughout his lifetime. I also know how you and Gary worried about him so much through these past years. If it is any consolation, now you know where he will be and who he is with....I know that this is terribly hard to accept, however, God has a plan for all of us. Let God will give you the strength you need to get through these trying days.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time!
Gary & Kay Howell
My prayers are with you thru these trying time. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Pray God's peace abide with you
Gary & Kay Howell
My prayers are with you thru these trying time. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Pray God's peace abide with you
My heart and Prayers go out to the Howell Family during their loss of Shane. We serve a Awesome GOD and he is always with you.
Love you'll
The Howell-Craft family has our sincerest condolences. May God bless you will continued comfort during this very difficult time.
Sharon and Larry
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
You have our sympathy and prayers during this time of loss for your family.
Words cannot possibly describe my feelings....my soul is hurting... I am so incredibly sorry and wish so much I could be there with you. Please reach out and let me know if there is anything at all I can do for you. I love you all.
Gary and Kay- Wish we could be there with the rest of the family. We are praying hard for you and everyone else. All our love....
To all of the Craft family, my heart aches for each one of you. Thinking of you with deepest sympathy. Love, Cathy Stamps Alley
Kay and Gary. We were very saddened to hear about Shane. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. We pray for our Merciful Father to wrap you in His loving arms and comfort you as only He can. We love you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. I am here if you need me.
My heart aches. I wish I was there to be with our family. I could always be guaranteed a smile when around Shane, lots of amazing memories. Aunt Kay and Uncle Gary, I love y'all. Shane will forever be in our thoughts and always in our hearts. Condolences from this part of the fam! Rest in Love Always Shane....
Kay and Gary our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Watching the video brought back some memories. Shawn or Possum as I knew him must have been around 2 then. God bless you both.
Retired Lt. J. Eagle
Sandra Eagle
Kay, you and Gary are in Cindy's and my thoughts and prayers. Please don't hesitate to reach out for any assistance you might need. Love you both.
I love you both very much. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone. Those we love can never be more that a thought apart. For as long there is a memory, they’ll live on in our hearts. - Author Unknown
Edward and I wish you both heartfelt prayers and special thoughts during this time of sorrow.
Mrs. Howell & Mr. Howell words can not express the heartbreaking sorrow you are going thru, just know that Brenda & me will also be here for you. We are so sorry for the loss of Shane & he will always be in are thoughts & hearts.
He is now a bright star in our skies at night & will always shine on.
Gary and Kay you guys are in our thoughts and prayers may god bless you in this time of loss.
We serve an amazing God and we can never forget that. I am praying for you both during this time. Love you guys.
Kay and Gary, my heart is absolutely breaking for you, I will always be here for you, and I will always love your son , he will forever be with me.
Love,
Michelle
So sorry to hear about Shane. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
James & Ruth Chism (Tim's grandparents)
So sorry to hear about Shane. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
I had the pleasure of meeting Marcus at Diesel Driving Academy. He was very enthused to learn about driving big trucks and always seemed to have a smile on his face. God only knows why this has happened but I pray that he gives his family and friends strength, guidance, and understanding in this time of need. May God bless you!!
Kay & Gary...we were so sorry to hear the news,I always treasured him as one of Jeremy's closest childhood friends and you guys were like his 2nd home. We will be praying for your family during this time and will be praying that God will lift you up at this time and give you the strength and hope you need. Prayers & hugs
Sincere condolences for your loss. I have a daughter about the same age as Marcus, and while I cannot begin to comprehend what you are going through, I do know there is no greater pain than that of a parent losing a child or a family losing someone so young. A true source of comfort is our loving Heavenly Father. Psalm 86:6,7 says "Listen, O Jehovah, to my prayer, and pay attention to my pleas for help. I call on you in the day of my distress, for you will answer me". Hope and promises are also found in the Bible at Revelation 21:4 (death will be no more), and Acts 24:15 (hope of the resurrection of those who have fallen asleep in death). May this bring you a measure of comfort at this most difficult time.
Kay and Gary, I was so saddened to hear about Shane. I know your hearts are breaking. I enjoyed the time I had with Shane when he was a little boy. I will pray for God to give you both peace and comfort.
May God cradle you in His arms during this difficult time. I have and will remember the Howell Family in my prayers.
Shane was a sweet guy and real pleasure to be around. I know he was a big part of Blaire's life and she always smiles when we talk about him. His presence will be greatly missed and his impact on our hearts will last a lifetime. Shane I am praying for you and your family, take care buddy.
All the hearts and prayers of the Benton Unit Chapel Volunteers are with Warden Howell and all of her family. We love you.
Kay and Gary, you both are in our thoughts and prayers! I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to both of you. May God wrap his arms around you both and comfort you at this difficult time. Love you both!
Gary and Kay, I am so sorry. If you need anything please let me know