Julia Ann Howell

Life Reflection: https://youtu.be/itJXO1PyKB8 Julia Ann Howell was born the second child of three children to Homer and Ethel Ball on November 22, 1953, in Troy, Missouri. Julia attended and graduated from Wright City High School in 1972. She went on to attend classes at Hannibal-LaGrange University. Early in her life, Julia accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She was an active member of several churches in the St. Louis metropolitan area, because she loved to meet people and move around. In 1976, Julia married Chester Jackson and to that union, her beloved daughter, Tina Jackson was born. Julia literally and figuratively worshiped the ground that Tina walked on Tina was her world and her everything. Tina and Julia were best friends and confidants. In 2017, Tina made Julia's dream of becoming a grandmother a reality. The birth of her first granddaughter and namesake, Sabrina Ann Byrd, was the happiest moment of her life. Julia spent the past three years doting over Sabrina. Anyone who knew Julia knew about Sabrina. At a young age, Sabrinacrowned Julia as "MeMaw" and she wore that title proudly. Julia was married again in 1985 to Edmond Maurice Howell who preceded her in death in 1996.Julia was an active member in the community as a Director at the Webster Groves YMCA. She offered programs for the children of North Webster and truly enjoyed being around all of her "kids". Up until her death, she kept in touch with her now adult "kids." She explored a few other career paths, but nothing ever satisfied her passion like working with her "kids" did. Julia's laughter was contagious, her smile was bright, and she had an interesting sense of humorthat will never be forgotten. Julia leaves to cherish her memory a loving daughter, Tina M. Jackson;parents, Ethel M. Ball and Homer J. Ball, Sr.; one sister, Vonnie Carter (Tim); one brother, Homer J.Ball, Jr.; one granddaughter, Sabrina Ann Byrd; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends and let's not forget her "kids." Interment:Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery2900 Sheridan Rd.Saint Louis, MO 63125 . Visitation Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. - Chapel Wednesday, July 08, 2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1424 Dielman RoadSt. Louis, MO 63132 Directions Funeral Service Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. - Chapel Wednesday, July 08, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 1424 Dielman RoadSt. Louis, MO 63132 Directions