Dovie K Howard

Dovie K. Howard, born Dovie K. Brown, passed away on October 4, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born on June 23, 1940, in Dorsey, Mississippi.

Dovie will be remembered as a God-fearing woman who was loving, caring, humble, and always happy. She brought warmth to those around her and lived with a steady faith that shaped her daily life. Her familiar words, “I love you, but God loves you more!” and “Praise the Lord,” will remain treasured in the hearts of all who knew her.

She found joy in simple and beautiful things, especially flowers, with a special love for daylilies, and in listening to Southern Gospel music. Among the blessings of her life, she was especially proud of Rose and her grands, who meant so much to her and brought her deep happiness.

Dovie was preceded in death by her parents, Marshall Brown and Epell Gillentine Brown; her husband, Ray Howard, with whom she shared 54 years of marriage; and by her sister, Barbara Grimes.

She leaves behind a loving family who will carry her memory forward. She is survived by her daughter, Rose Todd; her granddaughter, Shannon Gray; and her great-grandsons, Zeke Gray and Elijah Gray. She is also survived by her brothers James Brown, Jesse Brown, Robert Brown, Johnny Brown, and Hollis Brown, and by her sister, Betty Brown. Johnny Brown’s wife, Annette, and Hollis Brown’s wife, Diane, are also part of the family circle that mourns her passing. In addition, she leaves a host of nieces and nephews who will remember her with love.

Visitation will be held on October 12, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at E. E. Pickle Funeral Home - Amory, 500 3rd Ave S, Amory, Mississippi 38821. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3:00 p.m.. Burial will be in Conwill-Goodin Cemetery. The service will be officiated by Bro. Bubba Kennedy and Bro. Joseph Bain. Pallbearers will be Michael Grimes, Logan Bishop, Michael Bishop, Mickey Hood, Noah Bishop, and Ty Brown.

Dovie’s life was a blessing to her family and friends, and her memory will continue to be a source of comfort and love to all who knew her.