Roger Howell, 79, died Sunday, January 30, 2011, at Athens Regional Medical Center in Athens.
Born in Banks County on April 25, 1931, he was the son of the late Clem and Nettie Davis Howell of Franklin County. He was a resident of Jackson County. A brother, Roy Howell of Franklin County, preceded Mr. Howell in death.
Survivors include four daughters, Elaine Zent, Decatur, Ala., Barbara Cleary, Pendergrass, Martha Taylor, Commerce, and Kathy Howell, Carlton; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held Sunday, February 6, at his home in Pendergrass with the Rev. Dennis Daniels of Dawsonville officiating.
The family wishes to send many thanks and appreciation to all those involved.


I am truly sorry for your loss. You have my deepest condolences. May it comfort you to know that God’s Word clearly holds out the marvelous hope of a resurrection for those who have died. Note Jesus’ faith-strengthening promise: “I am the resurrection and the life. He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life.” He also said: “Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment.”—John 11:25; 5:28, 29. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss this further.
Sincerely, Paula Joyce
Paula Joyce
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