She was the widow of John Joe Howlett, Sr. and a Baptist. Mrs. Betty began her career as a school teacher before becoming a homemaker. She also later worked as a Surgery Hostess at Doctor's Hospital. One of her favorite things to do was to go to Cracker Barrel for breakfast. All of the employees knew her and they were all very special to her. She also enjoyed gardening, growing flowers, watching the QVC Channel but her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include two sons, John Howlett, Jr. and wife Stephanie of East End, AR and Lew Howlett and wife Karen of Greenbrier; one daughter, Kathy Howlett Mayo of Conway; one sister, Emma Jean Wiscaver of Monticello; eight grandchildren, Zach Mayo, Jacob Mayo, Jessica Howlett, Sarah Mayo, Justin Howlett, Hunter Howlett, Colton Howlett and Easton Howlett; her three nieces, Carolyn Smith and husband Harold, Beverly Stevenson and husband Larry and Tommie Moyers and husband George; and a special friend, Aletha Sneed.
The family would like to issue a special "thank you" to Dr. Brown and his nurse Gina, Jessica with Elite Home Health and Arkansas Hospice for the excellent care they gave to our mother, grandmother, sister and aunt.
Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 6, 2020, in Oakland Cemetery with Rev. Larry Clements and Rev. Buddy Lemons officiating. A viewing adhering to COVID-19 guidelines will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(19)
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Monticello, AR Monday, August 10, 2020 Dear Ms. Emma Jean,I am so sorry to here of the loss of your sister. Please know that you and your family and extended family are in my thoughts and prayers.
In Christian Love,
Sharon
Evelyn lawson
Monticeiio, AR Sunday, August 9, 2020 So sorry I was thinking of youSteve Lawson
Bryant, AR Friday, August 7, 2020 So sorry for Betty’s passing. She will be missed by the whole family. Love and prayers for you all. Steve and Bea. Sorry we weren’t there in person, but I’m recovering from a back injury.Tommie and George Moyers
Crossett, AR Thursday, August 6, 2020 John, Kathy, Lew and families,There are no words that will heal our broken hearts for our earthly loss but, we all can be thankful we will see Betty again in Heaven. We have all been blessed to make so many wonderful memories together. We will be praying for each of you. We love you and thank you for sharing your Mom so freely.
Tommie and George
Robbie(Ellis) & Ray Foster
Lansdowne, VA Thursday, August 6, 2020 We were sorry to hear of your loss. I(Robbie) grew up with Betty Lou and Emma Jean. We had many wonderful times together in church and school.liz genz
Little rock, AR Wednesday, August 5, 2020 betty was such an outstanding volunteer at Doctors Hospital and a great team player. She was loved and respected by the entire staff.her daughter Kathy also volunteered for me and she was an outstanding teen volunteer.Both great ladies.
Debbie Shamlin
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, August 5, 2020 John, Kathy and Lew, I am sending Love and Hugs to All of you !! We are lucky to have such wonderful memories together. I thought back at Betty and I at Cracker Barrel sharing how all of our families were doing and she was soooo very proud of each of you and her grans. Betty was a very special person and I know she and John Joe are up in Heaven with Mama and Daddy Cutt having coffee together Love you All !!Tina Rigby
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, August 5, 2020 I extend my deepest sympathy to all of Betty's family. She was a sweet, kind and wonderful woman. I knew her from coming into Cracker Barrel on Shackelford where I use to be a cashier. May God comfort you in this time of loss.Carole (Johns) Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Wednesday, August 5, 2020 Emma Jean, I was saddened to read of the loss of your sister. She was a lovely lady. Praying the Lord will lift you up with strength, peace and comfort during this difficult time.In Christian Love,
Carole (Johns)
Lynn Etheridge Bass
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, August 4, 2020 Kathy, John, & Lew,So sorry for your loss. Y’alls house was always the fun house! I loved your mom & dad. I just made her Mexican Chicken last week. My daughter makes it for her family all the time. There is no telling how many people I have shared that recipe with. Every time I make it I think about the first time I had it at her table. Much love to all of you! Lynn Etheridge Bass
Aubrey (Wise) Clutter
Hagerstown, MD Tuesday, August 4, 2020 Sending my love to the Howlett's. My heart is heavy as you say your goodbyes and move on without your mother. Betty was always special to our family and enjoyed many memories with all of you! Peace and live to you all.❤️ RIP Betty.Freddie Jolley
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, August 4, 2020 John, Kathy and Lew,Woody and I remember your parents as outstanding friends/neighbors when we all lived in Echo Valley. What great memories! I know you miss both parents—great people. Lew, for some reason I always remember your birthday on January 7–hard to believe you are pushing 50!
Janet Honeycutt Boore
Calabash, NC Tuesday, August 4, 2020 John, Kathy & Lew and families, I really loved your mom and am blessed with so many special memories of times together. I know you all will desperately miss her but may your memories bring you comfort and peace. Betty was a very special lady!Ivan Pettey
Sherwood, AR Tuesday, August 4, 2020 We are very sorry for your loss. PrayersIvan & Brenda
Bettianne Matthews
No Little Rock, AR Tuesday, August 4, 2020 Your mom was the sweetest lady. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.Beverly and Larry Stevenson
St Charles, MO Monday, August 3, 2020 Betty was a very special Aunt to us and we will miss her greatly, but she’s at peace now with her Heavenly Father. God called an Angel home and safe in his arms. Kathy, John and Lew and your families, you are in our prayers. May God give you comfort and strength in the days ahead.Greg & Gale Stimis
Little Rock, AR Monday, August 3, 2020 We knew John Joe and Betty for many years and are so sorry to hear of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.MARK L HAYNES
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, August 3, 2020 LEW & FAMILY, SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOM. IT IS MY PRAYER THAT OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN WILL GIVE ALL OF THE FAMILY PEACE AND COMFORT AT THIS TIME AND IN THE DAYS TO COME.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, August 3, 2020 I am sorry to read about Betty Lou. She was a great friend to us all. May God give you peace and comfort at this sad time of loss.With love & sympathy,
Janice