Obituary
Marian E. Howley, 88, of Lee’s Summit, MO passed away on November 20, 2019. Funeral services will be Monday, November 25, 2019 at 11am at Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 9:30-11am. Burial will follow at Floral Hills East Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to One Community Hospice.
Marian was born July 23, 1931 in Frenchtown Township, Michigan to Harold and Regina LaBoe. In 1952, she married Thomas A. Howley. They spent many years traveling with Tom’s military career. They settled in Lee’s Summit, MO and became members of Our Lady of The Presentation Catholic Church the same year.
Marian was a devoted wife, mother, and friend who put others‘needs first, both graciously and gratefully.
Marian was very active in the church and the St. Joseph Guild. Mom enjoyed bowling, playing bridge, gardening, and solving Word Search puzzles.
Marian is preceded in death by her parents; 3 sisters; and 1 brother. Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Thomas A. Howley; son, Thomas E. Howley; daughters, Karen (Larry) Higginbotham, Susan Howe, and Laura (James) Carothers; grandchildren, Matthew Ellis, Nalir Ellis, Garrett Howe, and Deacon Howe; Lacie Palma; Jamie (Derrick) Bailey; James Robert Carothers (Jesse); and 10 great grandchildren; and one sister Joan (George) Stoner.
Jon and I extend our heartfelt condolences for the passing of Aunt Marian. I have fun memories of the time we spent together in Monroe and Newport those many, many years ago. That wonderful chance encounter we had with Tom in Colorado, and today’s social media environment have allowed us to reconnect as adults.
May your faith and family and friends be a comfort to you. With love, your Cousin Lisa