Tonya Angel Howard at the age of 45 passed away on July 13, 2023 after a fierce battle with breast cancer. Beloved wife of Todd Howard. Dear mother of Jherimiah lawrence. Dear daughter of Judy (Wayne) Hendrickson. Dear sister of Mike (Missy) Grant and the late Charles (Michelle) Grant. Dear daughter-in-law of Joyce R. Howard and sister-in-law Wakita Buford-Howard and Anna (Terrell) Buford-Howard and her beloved dog Ziggy. She was preceded in death by her dad William “Pat” Lawrence, her grandparents Harold and Shirley Koyn & Harold and Madge Hendrickson. Our dear niece, aunt, cousin and friend.
Angel, enjoyed volunteering for many different organizations and spent countless hours helping others. She was the first to offer a hand to anyone who needed it. She enjoyed traveling and the adventures she had while traveling. She was fearless, taking on all challenges with out hesitation.She loved being an aunt to her great-niece (Bella) and great-nephews (Jack and Caleb). She will be missed by all. I hope they have chicken strips, fries, and steak in heaven.
Funeral at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois on Thursday, July 20 at 11:00 AM. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research — Breast Cancer Foundation | Susan G. Komen®
Visitation Wednesday 4 – 8:00 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t even imagine losing your child. Love and hugs to your family.
Such a kind soul, you will be truly missed. My condolences to Todd and the entire family.
I’m so sorry I lived Tonya and followed her journey. I will be there to say my final goodbyes.
Tonya was a relatively new friend at Wells Fargo that was a special person in many ways. I wish her family the very best!
I am so sorry to hear of Angel’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
There are no word that express how sad we are for you, Todd. Although we did not know Tanya personally, we knew how very much in love you were with her and how very happy you made each other. Please know we are there in spirit with you and we send our love to you and your family. God be with you in this time of need.
Todd
From your Aunt Verna and her decedents there of…. I like to express our family condolences to you and your family on the loss of your wife.
Tonya was such a beautiful person and I know she will be missed. Look to God for your strength and know that Tonya is now you dear angel watching over you
God bless you my dear cousin
This Angel will truly be missed by me I am going to watch over Todd and son I know you will be watching as well Fly High Angel! Much love Aunt Ann
Dear Cousin Todd
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. We wish we could be there in your time of bereavement. Just know even though we are not physically present, we are spiritually and emotionally with you and your family. We love you and are praying for peace and comfort during this time. Tonya will be missed.
So sorry for your loss. Have known Tonya only for a short while and I will never forget the twinkle in her eyes. My heart goes out to Todd and his family. Peace!