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Kevin Shim
February 5, 2021
Papa Howell,
You are finally reunited with MawMaw!!! You have both touched many of hearts as you did mine during your time here on earth... I will always cherish our family times spent together over the holidays and all the memories we have shared. No words can say how sadden we all are but happy you are both in heaven and together once again. My heart goes out to you both Alicia and Rodney. We are still connected as family and always will! Much Love and Aloha, Kev's!
Bill & Gail Hicks
May 19, 2020
Bill and I would like to Express our deepest sympathies to Ada's family. She was so much fun and had such a warm sense of humor. Our memories of working with Ada at J &W are some of the best.
Lisa Cook
May 19, 2020
Oh Alicia and Rodney, my heartfelt sympathies are with you during this sad time. What wonderful memories I have of your precious mama and daddy. May you find comfort in knowing they are reunited in heaven. Love you both and miss you much.
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Jason Layden
May 19, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the Alicia and Rodney and the family of Ada. Having met her 31 years ago at JWU, she had such a profound touch on my life and her memories will be forever cherished. May she Rest In Peace and glad shes no longer in discomfort and now with Bob. They were an amazing couple. Denise has always kept us updated and glad shes family to the Howells. Take care on this special day to celebrate her wonderful life.
Jason and Jonathan
Nancy Schwartz
May 18, 2020
I was saddened to hear of Adas passing. I bowled on a team with Ada on Wednesday mornings. She helped us win 1st place for several years in a row. Ada kept me laughing and we all really had a great time. She spoke highly of her children and Bob all the time and also her little Yorkies Olivia and Oliver. My deepest sympathy to you Alicia and Rodney. May your memories of your Mom help you in the days ahead. I am so sorry for your loss.
Malcolm Smith
May 18, 2020
What good memories I and my family have not only Ada but her deceased husband Bob. We go back a long time ago and had family events from Quantico Va to Charleston. Our prayers go to Alicia and Rodney throughout this period of time. God bless you all. Doc
Dennis Goldsberry
May 17, 2020
I am very sorry to hear of Ada's death. She was a fine neighbour and friend for all the years we lived in Charleston. My condolences to you both, Alicia and Rodney.
Adrian Mabon
May 16, 2020
My heart felt sympathy to Alicia and Rodney. As a new student at Johnson & Wales I remember the first moment we met at that time she didn't dawn a red hat but silvery snow white hair and a red dress she appeared to be the one in charge at registration it was raining and flooding outside so I said "Excuse me mam the weather is terribly bad would it be a good idea if I return tomorrow. " she said "Youngman not unless you want to pay a late registration fee." So I quickly took a seat. Fast forward 30 plus years the Howells would become parents away from home for me. I dog sat Shadow and Amanda shared Thanksgivings together and was guest during my visit back to Charleston. Ada was a dear friend who will be missed.
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