Julia Howard passed away on December 11, 2024 at the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Howard. Loving mother of Robin (Domenic) Mastronardi, Kathy (the late William) Dial, Deborah Howard, James (Karen) Howard, Jeffrey (Natalie) Howard, Karen Rutkowski, and the late Johnny (Edith) Howard, Stephen Howard, and Burnell Howard. Survived by daughter in law Kristine Howard. Cherished grandmother of Angela, Domenic Jr. (Sara), Julia (Rocky), Crystal, Sarah (Brent), Danielle, Karly (Darren), Samantha (Trisden), Dana, Eamen, and the late Anthony. Great grandmother of Abigail, Cheyenne, Madison, Faith, Anabella, Olivia, Keegan, Anthony, Olivia, and Alayna. Great great grandmother of Miia, step-grandmother of William Jr and Charles and step-great grandmother of Dante.  Julia is also survived by other family members and many nieces and nephews.

Julia loved her family and dedicated her life to caring for her children. She set an example of what a true matriarch should be and leaves behind a legacy of love, grace, instilled values and wisdom. She will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 1:00-6:00pm with a Funeral Service at 6:00pm located at Howe-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services 22546 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Julia's name to the Haven Women's Shelter.

https://www.haven-oakland.org/