Teddy Richard Howell, age 70 of Erin, TN, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021 at his residence.
A celebration of his life will be held 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 21, 2021 at Bible Baptist Church with Bro. JT Baggett officiating.
The Howell family will receive friends on Monday from 12:00 p.m. until the hour of service Monday afternoon at the church.
Teddy entered this life on October 5, 1950 in Clarksville, TN, son to Harold and Georgie Howell. Teddy retired from TVA as a senior instrument mechanic. Teddy spent his time being Santa to so many and loved gardening, remote control airplanes, and taking road trips with his wife and grandchildren. Teddy loved hunting and fishing; he will be dearly missed by his friends and family.
Teddy was preceded in death by his father, Harold Howell.
Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Norma Howell; children, Kristy (Leo) Veliz, Tad (Donna) Howell; mother, Georgie Howell; and brother, Freddie (Dianna) Howell. Teddy also leaves behind his precious grandchildren, Samantha Veliz, Johnny Veliz, Summer Veliz, great-grandson, Chance Veliz; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Arrangements are in the care of Nave Funeral Home, (931) 289-4277, NaveFuneralHomes.com.