of Floral, AR
April 17, 1947 - January 23, 2026
Judy Kay Howard, 78, of Floral passed away Friday, January 23, 2026.
She was born April 17, 1947 in Lubbock, Texas to Herbert Washington Boswell and Irene (Cardwell) Boswell.
Judy was a loving, caring people person who loved her family and her dog. She was very lively and enjoyed going to Walmart (her office), going fishing, and loved to travel. She loved to watch sports and her favorite teams were the Tennessee Titans, Texas Tech, Arkansas Razorbacks, and the Dallas Cowboys. Judy graduated from Batesville High School in 1966 and went on to work as a County Clerk in Montgomery County in Clarksville, Tennessee for several years.
She is survived by one son, Brent Howard of Batesville; one daughter, Traci Bowren (Robin) of Pleasant Plains; one sister, Nancy Dickey of Texas; six grandchildren, Kayla Light, Sarah Howard, Austin Carey, Heather Westmoreland, Kevin Bowren, and Ethan Bowren; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; her dog, Toby, and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and close friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
A visitation will be held at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Memorials may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the Humane Society of Independence County, 5 Environmental Drive, Batesville, AR 72501.
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14 Condolence(s)
Denise Williams
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Judy was that rare one of a kind personality you meet once in a lifetime. She was just a laid back easy going genuine lady who was sooooooooo much fun to be around. She could say something that you'd think about while driving home and laugh your head off in the car all by yourself just shaking your head at 'that Judy' lol. This is the daily fun she brought to our lives at the Circuit Clerk's Office. I have many fond loving memories and will keep Judy and them close to my heart...Fly High Ms. Judy we will miss you always and we will love you forever. To the family...you may not know me but I know ALL of you...she spoke of you all with so much love so often...she was so proud of her family. Please know she was loved by many here and certainly left her loving friendship with many of us.
Judy, Always your Friend
Denise Williams~
Kathy kelley
Thursday, January 29, 2026
So sorry Traci for your loss , prayers for the Family 🙏
Chad Abbott
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Loved her laugh and hugs, her and daddy always had fun. Sorry for y'all loss, love y'all 🙏
Gary an corinna murphree
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Our hearts go out to u an your family if you need anything please call! Love you Gary an Corinna Murphree
Cynthia Davenport
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Traci, We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet mama.
Ronda Davis
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Traci, I am so sorry to hear about your Momma.
Todd, Resa and Stephanie Bolin
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
We are sending love, hugs and prayers. May your memories give you comfort in the coming days.
Laura Martin
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Brent and Traci,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Laura
Kathy Carey
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Tracie, Brent, Sarah, Kayla,Austin, Kevin, Heather and Ethan. So very very sorry to hear about your Mom and grandmas passing. I have Great memories of her and your dear families. She was always so kind and loving. She loved you guys so much. She left you guys a great legency to follow. Share her memories as much as you can because that is what will help get you through the days and weeks ahead. You will all be in my prayers as you move on to the next chapter without your precious mom abd grandma. Gods blessings and peace be with you all.
Annette McShane
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
I am so sorry for your loss, prayers are with your family. Judy was so much fun to horse show with back in the day. She will be missed.
Janet Harrison
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Judy was one of the best of friend that anyone could have had. Always there for you when she was needed. I will always miss her smile and her kindness. Tracy I am so sorry for you and your family. Just know she will always be in your hearts.
Lisa Foster
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Oh how we loved Ms. Judy!! She was so kind and loving! She always treated my family like her own! She will be missed by many! Hugs and Prayers to all her family and friends!
Alan and Elveta Dickey
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Judy was the best Aunt anyone could have! Fun and loving, always sharing a joke but also willing to listen when I needed a friend. Our prayers for all the family as you go through this difficult time.
Karen Hearn
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Traci I am so sorry to hear about your Mom . It is a loss that will always be in your heart but there will also be the memory of love. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.