February 1, 1938 - September 3, 2019

James A. Howell, 81, of Yellville, Arkansas, formerly of Keokuk, Iowa died at 2:30 PM Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at home in Yellville.

Jim was born February 13, 1938, in St. Louis, Missouri, son of Charles and Ethel Howell of Keokuk, Iowa. They both preceded him in death along with his grandson Cody Howell. He married his wife Viola R. Kemper on October 12, 1957 in Keokuk, Iowa.

Jim is survived by his wife Viola of Yellville; son Jim of Yellville; granddaughter Amanda Clifford, great-grandchildren: Ashton, Shaylee, and Freya of Kahoka, Missouri; two daughters: Brenda (Verne) Goodman of Monmouth, Illinois; Carla Broderson of Keokuk, Iowa; granddaughter Melissa (Craig) Townsend; three great-grandchildren: Connor, Carsyn, and Chloe of Alabama; granddaughter Jessica Betts; great-grandson Grayson of Fredericksburg, Iowa; grandson Jacob Betts of Keokuk, Iowa.

Jim was in the National Reserves as a Construction Machine Operator and Bulldozer Operator. He worked on the Burlington Northern Railroad until retiring. Jim was a true family man by spending time with his family and friends. He took his family on vacations, camping, fishing, hunting, and traveled after retiring. He loved spending winters in Texas each year. He went traveling, camping and made many friends along the way. Jim had a full life up until his health started failing.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Burial will be 10:30 am Friday, September 20, 2019 at Keokuk National Cemetery in Keokuk, Iowa with military honors.

Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are by Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Burns Funeral Home
725 North Panther Ave.
Yellville, AR  72687
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