Monette- Albert J. Howell Jr., 85, passed away Monday, May 4, 2015 at his residence. He was born May 25, 1929 in Black Oak to the late Albert James Howell Sr. and Linnis Vaughn Howell. He was a member of the Black Oak Church of Christ. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and will be remembered as a loving husband and father. He is survived by his wife, Pearl Henry Howell; a son, Jeff Howell of Jackson, Tennessee; two granddaughters, Bailey Howell and Meg Howell both of Jackson; a brother, Rex Howell (Karen) of Marmaduke; three sisters, Lucy Prince (James) of Marmaduke, JaNice Schadler (Bob) and Pam Napier (Jackie) all of Benton Harbor, Michigan and a host of nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Gray. A graveside service will be 11:00 am Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at Monette Memorial Cemetery with Dick Pace officiating. Burial will follow with military honors under the direction of Gregg Funeral Home of Monette. Honored to serve as pallbearers are Chris Henry, Vernon Henry, Mark Prince, Tony Prince, Eddie Prince and Keith Thompson. Lasting memorials may be sent to the Children's Homes Inc. of Paragould.