Christopher Howell

Christopher “Chris” Howell, 54, was born on September 13, 1971, in Lafayette, Alabama, to O.D. Howell and Carolyn (Blakes) Howell.

Chris graduated from Lafayette High School in 1989. During his high school years, he was a dedicated athlete in football and was voted BEST DRESSED, as well as having a small role in the movie Mississippi Burning alongside Gene Hackman and Darius McCrary.

Chris was raised in the Church of God in Christ. After high school, Chris answered the call to proudly serve his country in the United States Army until he was honorably discharged in 1991. While in the Army, he fought in Operation Desert Storm as a private in the Alpha Battery, 1st Battalion, 5th Field Artillery Unit. His bravery earned him numerous honors, including the Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, Sharpshooter (M-16 Rifle), and 1st Class (Hand Grenade).

On June 16, 2004, he married the love of his life, Jamie Thompson Howell, and together they raised 9 children. As a devoted family man, he went the extra mile for his family and friends. In his retirement, he spent his time coaching youth football, fishing, and being an enthusiastic fan of the Kansas City Chiefs.

He was preceded in death by his father, O.D. Howell.

He transitioned into the comforting and everlasting arms of God on May 14, 2026.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his mother, Carolyn (Blakes) Howell (GA); his brothers, Victor (Kristie) Howell (AL) and Devin Howell (AL); and 1 sister, Temora Howell (GA). His beloved wife of 21 years, Jamie Thompson Howell (KS); and 9 children: Carlos (De'Szaniece) Hernandez (KS), Christina Howell (KS), Carolin Howell (KS), Chelsea Session (KS), Chassidy Session (KS), Dajiah Howell (KS), Christopher Howell Jr. (KS), Desyrae Howell (KS), and Destynee Howell (KS).

His grandchildren include Carlos Hernandez, Jr., Aneciya Hernandez, Jaycion Hernandez, Kyrie Hernandez, Christian Howell, Ayanna McMillon, Mahkalia Quinn, Aris Howell, Aerion Howell, Aerielle Jenkins, Ava Jenkins, Dezynae Ogles, Cordez Ogles, Aurielle McNeal, Terrae Hurd, Terriah Hurd, Dae'Vonn Shaver, and Makyla Shaver; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.