Percy Howard
January 29, 1927 - March 27, 2020
Percy Howard was born January 29, 1927 in Autaugaville, Alabama to the late William and Beulah Howard. Percy joined Saint Joseph AME Church at an early age and always supported its mission. He received his early education in the Autauga County public school system. After graduation he entered the army and served honorably in World War II. Later, Percy settled in New York City for eight years. He moved to Detroit, Michigan where he met and married his beloved wife, the late Essie Mae Howard. Percy’s working life was spent with General Motors. He enjoyed all sports and various styles of music. Percy joins in heaven his beloved wife Essie Mae, Parents, Sister Bertha Clemons, Brothers Edward Pearlie, Ernest, Grady and William Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory one sister-in-law Valerie Howard of Cleveland, Ohio; Four nephews, William A. Howard (Ernestine) of Elyria, Ohio; Willie J. Howard of East Orange, New Jersey; Edward L. Clemons (Odessa) of Greenville, North Carolina; Kenneth Howard (Alana) of Atlanta, Georgia; Niece Tracy Howard of Cleveland, Ohio along with a host of great nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Percy Howard was born January 29, 1927 in Autaugaville, Alabama to the late William and Beulah Howard. Percy joined Saint Joseph AME Church at an early age and always supported its mission. He received his early education in the Autauga County... View Obituary & Service Information