It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Earl Lee Howard, age 71, of Middletown, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Friday, August 21, 2026, in Franklin, Ohio. He was born on Tuesday, August 31, 1954, in Dayton, Ohio.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm, on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at the Faith Fellowship Ministries International, 1915 S Main Street, Middletown, OH 45044. The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation, beginning at 12:00 pm. Friends and family will gather to share memories, find solace in one another's company, and honor the legacy he leaves behind.

He will be laid to rest at Woodside Cemetery, 1401 Woodside Blvd., Middletown, Ohio 45044.

We invite you to take a few moments to share fond memories and words of comfort and condolence with the Howard family. Please click the "Tribute Wall" icon above and to the right, enter the information, and click "Save Post."

Walker Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the Howard family during this difficult time. Please call 513.251.6200 or visit www.HerbWalker.com for additional information.