Alton "Brother" Parker Howard, Jr.

Alton Parker Howard Jr. 87, passed away on July 24, 2025. He was the widower of Mary Helen Howard who shared 55 years of marriage together.

Born in Galveston, Texas graduated from Ball High School. He was employed at Todd Shipyards and Union Carbide.

He is survived by sons, Alton Parker Howard III and Chris Parker Howard and wife Kathy; grandchildren, Lindsay and Ronnie and wife Kim; nieces and nephews as well as by sister, Joyce Schoening who is 94.

A private family memorial will be held at a later date. To read full obituary, visit carnesfuneralhome.com