Lois Jean Howell

Lois Jean Howell, age 78 of Saline, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Shreveport. Lois was a warmhearted and friendly lady who never met a stranger and always enjoyed a good conversation. She had a love for collecting knickknacks, especially salt and pepper shakers and purses, and was always happy to find another treasure while shopping. Her favorite color was green, and she enjoyed spending time in the kitchen baking delicious cakes for others to enjoy.

Lois also had a special place in her heart for her beloved dogs, which brought her much happiness and companionship. Above all, her greatest joy in life was her family. Her grandchildren meant the world to her, and she shared an especially close and loving bond with her grandson, Aaron. Lois will be fondly remembered for her outgoing personality, her love of life's simple pleasures, and the special place she held in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Lois is survived by her daughters, Tyrha Hayes (Terry) and Frances McClanahan (Lloyd); grandchildren, Aaron Pardue (Tori), Amy McClanahan, John McClanahan, Jeffery Pardue (Tiffany) and Shayna Dickey (Gabe);great-grandchildren, Kyleigh Calhoun, Camryn Pardue, Paisley Dickey;  first husband, James Pardue; and other family and Friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, John W. Greer; mother, Lois (McCravy) Gaines; second husband, Walter Howell; brother, Gary Greer; aunt, Alta McCravy; aunt, Ima McCravy; aunt Audie Nunn (Paul); and other family and friends.

Friends may visit with the family at Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro on Thursday, November 12 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM. Bro. Wayne Morrow will conduct the graveside service at Old Saline Cemetery at 1:30 PM, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home of Jonesboro.

Pallbearers will be Terry Hayes, Lloyd McClanahan, James Pardue, Aaron Pardue, Amy McClanahan, Tori Pardue and John McClanahan.