Charlie Clark Howell of Clarkton was born in Bladen County to the late Rufus and Amanda Lewis Howell. Charlie passed away on October 27, 2026 at UNC Southeastern in Lumberton, at 88 years of Age.

Charlie lived a life marked by faith, devotion to family, and a strong work ethic. He worked for John Deere for 32 years, and he was known as a hard worker who never met a stranger. He loved the Lord, and he loved his wife and family deeply. Charlie and his wife shared 61 years of marriage, a lasting bond that was a central part of his life.

He is survived by his wife, Frankie Howell; his daughter, Hope Kelly; his sister, Martha Newsome; and his grandsons, Joshua Packer and Holden River Kelly. He will be remembered with love by his family, who knew his steady presence, kind spirit, and the care he gave to those around him.

He was also preceded in death by his brothers Ernest Howell, Richard Howell, Jack Howell, David Howell, and Billy Howell, and by his sisters Anna Caulder, Edith Howell Jackson, and Alma Howell Parker.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, October 30, 2026 at the Salem Pentecostal Free Will Baptist: 9494 Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Rd, Clarkton, NC, 28433 with Pastor LeRoy Wright officiating. Burial will follow the service in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

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Bladenboro Funeral & Cremation Service: 400 S. Main Street, Bladenboro NC, 28320. 910.809.0130