Mrs. Linda Kay Dew Howard, 70
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<div data-rss-type="text"> <h3> <span> Mrs. Linda Kay Dew Howard </span> </h3> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/8a8fcf0c4bb841e0a2cc3aaba5f182d6/dms3rep/multi/Linda+Howard+Cover.jpg"/> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Mrs. Linda Kay Dew Howard, 70, was born on February 13, 1956, in Wayne County, North Carolina, to the late Levi and Idellar Dew. She departed this life on May 10, 2026, at UNC Johnston Health, surrounded by her loving family. </span> </p> <p> <span> Linda was preceded in death by four brothers, four sisters, and her beloved grandson, Tayvyon Dew. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> A proud graduate of North Johnston High School, Class of 1974, Linda was a faithful and devoted member of Burning Bush Holiness Tabernacle, where she served diligently on the usher board. She was known for her kindness, unwavering faith, and love for her family and church community. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> She leaves to cherish her precious memories her devoted husband of 50 years, Andria Howard; one daughter, Tanya Scarboro (Jasper); two sons, Orlando Dew and Michael Howard; a special daughter, Connie Winston; special sons, Johnathan and Jason; five beloved grandchildren, Jakeema Williams, J’von Dew, Jalill Howell, Natayzia Dew, and Janiya Scarboro; one brother, Willie Dew; three sisters, Brenda Dew, Mary Jones, and Iwanda Davis; two special friends, Mary Sanders and Rhonda Thomas; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Linda’s loving spirit, gentle heart, and dedication to her family and faith will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. </span> </p> <p> <strong> Arrangements: Viewing </strong> <span> <span> 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Tuesday May 19, 2026, in the Walter Sanders Funeral &amp; Cremations Chapel 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd. Smithfield, NC 27577. </span> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Funeral Services: </strong> <span> <span> 11:30 am Wednesday May 20, 2026, at Burning Bush Holiness Tabernacle 714 W. Market St., Smithfield, NC . </span> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Click on the Add Comments Line Below </strong> <span> <span> to leave a message for the family of Linda D. Howard. </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> </span> </span> <strong> Guest Book </strong> </p> <p> <span> <span> </span> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Linda Kay Dew Howard <br/> Your Name: Sharon Harper <br/> Email: </strong> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: Sending condolences to the Family. I am a dear friend of her sister Brenda Dew. (Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church) <br/> Date: </strong> <a href="tel:2022584203" target="_blank"> <strong> 2022584203 </strong> </a> <br/> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Linda Howard <br/> Your Name: Gail Dew Craig <br/> Email: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: Tanya, Michael and Orlando, I am so sorry for your loss. Yall are in my prayers. <br/> Date: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="tel:2522368237" target="_blank"> <strong> 2522368237 </strong> </a> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Linda Dew Howard <br/> Your Name: Jo Ann Massengill <br/> Email: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with Ms. Linda at Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Action in Smithfield. She was such a sweet &amp; kind person. I will miss her. Keeping the family in my prayers for peace &amp; comfort. <br/> Date: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="tel:5-19-2026" target="_blank"> <strong> 5-19-2026 </strong> </a> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Mrs Linda Kay Dew Howard <br/> Your Name: Linda Scarboro Bailey <br/> Email: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: Praying for the family during this difficult time. </strong> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Mrs. Linda Kay Dew Howard <br/> Your Name: Rebekah &amp; Deborah </strong> <span> <br/> </span> <strong> Email: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: Dear Mary and Family, <br/> We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your precious sister. May the God of all comfort be with you all during this difficult time and in the days ahead. <br/> Deepest sympathies, <br/> Rebekah Bass &amp; Deborah Shultz <br/> Date: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="tel:05182026" target="_blank"> <strong> 05182026 </strong> </a> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Linda Kay Dew Howard <br/> Your Name: Tynell Williams <br/> Email: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: Sending love and prayers to the family . <br/> May God comfort you all through this bereavement. Rest in heaven Ms Linda sincerely candy and nell <br/> Date: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="tel:5-17-26" target="_blank"> <strong> 5-17-26 </strong> </a> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Linda Dew Howard <br/> Your Name: Arnetta Cooley <br/> Email: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: I extend my sincerest condolences to the family &amp; friends. Mrs. Linda &amp; I worked together @ ECA (Flextronics). She was such a sweet lady. I used to tease her about being short. (I'm tall.) Weeping may endure for a night, but JOY will come in the morning. I pray for comfort, peace &amp; strength. My thoughts &amp; prayers are with you. <br/> Date: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="tel:051726" target="_blank"> <strong> 051726 </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> </strong> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Family or Deceased Name: Linda Howard <br/> Your Name: Clara Wiggins <br/> Email: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"> <strong> [email protected] </strong> </a> <strong> <br/> Message: Sorry for your loss you all are in my prayers for strength and comfort. <br/> Date: </strong> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="tel:5-15-26" target="_blank"> <strong> 5-15-26 </strong> </a> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> </div>