of West Helena, AR
November 18, 1957 - March 31, 2022
Thomas "Tom" Howie III, age 64, of West Helena, Arkansas passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 31, 2022. He was born November 18, 1957 in Belzoni, Mississippi to the late Johnette Oliver Howie and Carroll Kenneth Howie. Tom served for the United States Air Force and was a member of the ABATE Motorcycle Organization. He had a love for motorcycles, fly fishing, and attending ball games for his grandchildren.
He is survived by his son, Thomas "Tommy" Howie IV (LeeAnn) of Fayetteville, Arkansas; daughter, Rhonda Foley (Jason) of Marion, Arkansas; two step daughters, Erica Bentley (Stephen) of Lexa, Arkansas and Krystal Berry of Marvell, Arkansas; 11 grandchildren, Bentley Foley, Alden Earls, Brinley Earls, Kraven Howie, Daniel Howie, Kaylynn Bentley, Taylor Bentley, Lexus Bentley, Lainey Bentley, Andrea Aguilar, and Anthony Aguilar; two brothers, Kenneth Howie (Sherry) of Hernando, Mississippi and Robert Howie of Walburg, Texas; sister, Joan Dilley of Hot Springs, Arkansas; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, John Howie.
A memorial graveside service for Mr. Thomas "Tom" Howie will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 22, 2022 at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena, Arkansas.
Services are directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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31 Condolence(s)
Jeanette Norton
Friday, November 18, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of Thomas, until today when his birthday showed up, that he was no longer with us. I met your father when a group of us rode down to West Helena. He showed us around the area and I really enjoyed meeting him. I have a couple of pictures with him to remember him, again sorry for your loss. 😥
Natalie daugherty
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Uncle Tommy i miss you more than you will ever know and it kill me no one told me when the funeral was and i missed it but i love you very much words can never express. You where like a guardian angel to me and know your gone but never forgotten and always misssed til i see you again amd tell mom and dad i love them " I LOVE YOU UNCLE TOMMY"
Scott and Julie Strayhorn
Friday, April 22, 2022
Always “same ole Tommyâ€, no matter where or what. A quality that’s hard to find these days. He will be missed.
Bubba & Betty Laxson
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Great fun riding with Mr. Howie. A friend to talk to on a rode trip. Rest In Peace my friend.
Patricia Monroe
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Rhonda I wasn't gonna sign this because I just had no words. But as you know I LOVED your Dad so much! He your Mom and I were the 3 stooges. We got into a lot of stuff together. Of Me and him were really bad influences on your Mom. She was forever trying to make us be good. He was my last tie to my youth.I am gonna miss him so much. I love you girl and if you need anything you call me!
Pam Bryant
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
My condolences to the family. Love you Rhonda.. Prayers for familyðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Mike cantwell
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Tom will be missed by me ride on my brother
Maril and Ken Hutcheson
Sunday, April 17, 2022
Sending Condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. May the memories you have shared Bring you some peace during this difficult time. Love, hugs and prayers!
Kevin Smith
Sunday, April 17, 2022
I’m so very sorry. We had some excellent talks, and so many about the history of the airfield. I will miss him. RIP
Monica S Brantner(Howie)
Saturday, April 16, 2022
We love yall and prayers headed your way. Uncle Tommy was great man and love his family dearly. I'm gonna miss him.
Susan Garrow
Friday, April 15, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with Tommy's family. Bob and I had a lot of great times with Tommy in the late 1970s, early 1980's when Bob and Tommy were at Whiteman AFB together. We remained in touch through the years with each other through Facebook. Tommy was a great person and he will be very missed! RIP Tommy Howie!
Genni Buie
Friday, April 15, 2022
Rickey and I went to school with Tommy...
Everyone knew Tommy...what a great guy. He will be loved and missed by many.
RIP Tommy...ride free and easy until we meet again.
Philly Rains
Friday, April 15, 2022
Tommy was a good man, always kind and friendly. We will miss him. Condolences to his family.
Taylor Boals
Friday, April 15, 2022
He was a good cousin he would do any thing for any one and he was there when someone needing to talk and he always help any one in need
Lindsey Engelkes
Friday, April 15, 2022
Such an good friend to my husband Mike engelkes good friend to me. Nice gentleman
Joan Dilley
Friday, April 15, 2022
To a special younger brother! You are greatly missed. RIP. Love you always.
Buff Brothers
Friday, April 15, 2022
Visited with Tommy, on the ramp, at 5:00 the day before. RIP old Buddy.
Condolences to the family.
Gary Gridley
Thursday, April 14, 2022
I was in the Air Force with Tom we were roommates he was a good friend and I will miss him my condolences and prayers to his family
Kita Falleur
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Prayers to the family and friends left behind. God is good…all the time!!
Robert Doobie Kesl
Thursday, April 14, 2022
RIP TOMMY I know you will be missed and not forgotten! One of those guys that would always be there of you needed a friend!
James Quinn
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Kim waters
Thursday, April 14, 2022
So sorry for the loss of Thomas. pray comfort for your family. I grew up with Thomas Howie. Called Tommy at that time. Gave me my 1st big bike ride. He will be missed.
Nancee Wilson
Thursday, April 14, 2022
So sorry to hear of Toms passing. Greg and Tom were a team for many years dismantling and moving aircraft. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for the family at this difficult time.
Ivy McCord6777@comcast.net
Thursday, April 14, 2022
I grew up with Tommy Howie. I am sorry to hear this tragic news. You will be missed and my heart and prayers go out to his family
Wayne Bryan
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Shared a lot of miles and memories riding with Tom. Always had a smile and a unmistakable laugh, even when things looked grim. We'll share more when I get called home. God Bless you Brother.
Paul Von Kanel
Thursday, April 14, 2022
A very good friend , I will miss you Tommy
Barbara Riddell
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Praying for family to be comforted. Tommy grew up at Thompson-Robbins Airfield. He made many friends out there. We have fond memories of Tommy. I understand he still worked his first boss.
May God bless his family & friends.
Barbara Riddell
Numbers 6:24-26
Hannah Eudy
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Robert Howie
Thursday, April 14, 2022
I will forever miss my brother.
Amber Shelley
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Praying for you and Tommy and the rest of the family! I spent many many days having out at your house growing up! He will definitely be missed by many! Love you!!
Linda Howie Rowland
Thursday, April 14, 2022
I’ll never forget this loving gentle giant RIP my loving friend I’ll see u soon