Mary Louise Howard

Mary Louise Howard (Ma Ma Lou), age 81 of Lonsdale, Arkansas was born May 3, 1934 to Mary Ann and Cody M. Tillery. She departed this life to her heavenly home on July 29, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, J.C. Tillery and her husband of 62 years, Don H. Howard. Mary is survived by her two sons, Sidney (Hope) Howard, Russell (Melanie) Howard, granddaughters, Sarah (Daniel) McHaney, Rebekah (Jeff) Caple, grandson, Robert Allen Howard, great-grandchildren, Dillon Poastlethwait and Alexis Ludwig. Mary is also survived by two step granddaughters, Emma Ault and Kaylen (Brandon) White, step-grandson, Joe Ault and step great granddaughter, Logan Jones. She was a member of Mountain Valley Baptist Church. Mary was a wife, mother and homemaker and enjoyed growing flowers in her yard. The family would like to thank the staff of Arkansas Hospice and request that donations may be made to Arkansas Hospice in her memory. Cremation services were provided by Ashby Funeral Home of Benton, Arkansas. On line guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.