Dateline: Bakersville, NC

Jack E. Howell Sr., age 85, of NC 80 Bakersville, NC passed away June 11, 2022. A native of Mitchell County, NC he was a son of the late Cling and Jessie Cook Howell.

Jack was a member of Silver Chapel Baptist Church, he loved the Lord, loved the mountains and mountain people. He also loved the beauty of nature and enjoyed working in his garden.

He was employed by Brad Ragan and served as Retread Plant Manager. and was also employed by Free Service Tire in Kingsport, TN.

Survivors include his son Jack E. Howell Jr., of Bakersville, NC, daughter, Kathy Williams, of Granite Quarry, NC, former wife and good friend, Kay Brown, and 4 grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at 4:00PM at Silver Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Jonathan Thacker officiating.

Henline - Hughes Funeral Home is assisting the Howell family.