Terry W. Howell

Terry W. Howell

was born in San Antonio, Texas on May 7, 1948, the son of the late Thomas Dewey and Lucille Teresa Lopez Howell.

In June of 1980 he was united in marriage to Mary E. O'Tinger, who preceded her husband in death on July 1, 2024.

Terry served his country proudly in the United States Army, serving in Vietnam.

He retired from Reo Seco Ranch in Mendota, California where he served as a Ranch Foreman. Terry was a member of Oakland Baptist Church. In his spare time, he loved fixing things, anything that he could build or repair, he would. Terry loved animals and would often stop to feed stray animals. Terry also enjoyed going camping. His greatest love was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and having family barbecue get togethers. 

Terry departed this life on Monday, June 29, 2026, in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 78 years, 1 month, and 22 days.

He is survived by his daughters; Terrie Bolinger and April Simmons; son, Paul Sweat; 13 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; and sisters, Mary Guerra and Wanda Pearlman.

In addition to his parents and wife, Terry was preceded in death by two sons, Mark Sweat and Scott Sweat; and 13 brothers and sisters.