Randy Rex Howlett

Randy Rex Howlett, son of the late John Dale and Floy Lucille (Roam) Howlett, was born November 23, 1954 in Waynesville, Missouri. Due to Randy’s parents’ livelihood, the family moved to other towns in Southern Missouri before settling in Richland where Randy graduated from high school in 1972. He then attended Farrier’s School in Sperry, Oklahoma, graduating the top of his class. On October 4, 1985, Randy was united in marriage to the love of his life, Jeanette Alice Goss. They shared over 27 years of marriage together and three children: Douglas Duane, Rex G. and Jezell Odessa. Randy worked for Ted Williams’ gas station and his parent’s gas station in Hazelgreen. Later began driving a truck and found that horseshoeing and truck driving did not mix. Randy’s clientele had grown and it was hard being away from home so he decided to do one job, horseshoeing. His customers were always pleased with the gentleness he used to take care of their animals and the good job of shoeing. In 1995, Randy became a member of The Shepherd’s Chapel in Gravette, Arkansas. He enjoyed studying the Bible, spreading seeds of faith and was always happy to marry couples when asked. In his spare time, he enjoyed being outdoors enjoying God’s creation while either deer hunting or trout fishing at Bennett Springs State Park. Randy went home to be with his Lord Monday, April 15, 2013 in his home after a long illness. He had attained the age of 58 years, 4 months and 23 days. He will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved him. Randy leaves to cherish his memory, his wife: Jeanette Howlett of Waynesville, MO; three children: Douglas Duane Ogle of Springfield, MO, Rex G. Howlett (Cassandra A. Caliman) of Waynesville, MO, and Jezell Odessa Ellis (Robert W. Ellis) of Waynesville, MO; four siblings: Roger Howlett of Sikeston, MO, Phyllis Keeney of Licking, MO, David Michael Howlett of Laquey, MO, and Edward Joseph Howlett of Lebanon, MO; one granddaughter: Liberty Autumn Ellis of Waynesville, MO; other relatives and friends. Services were held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 27, 2013 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert with Trey Moeller officiating. The songs "Softly and Tenderly", "He Touched Me" and "In the Garden" were played. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Randy Howlett and may be left at the funeral home.

Randy Rex Howlett

November 23, 1954 - April 15, 2013