Howard L. “HP” Person, 60, of Peoria, passed away at 5:51 p.m. on Thursday, October 3, 2013, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at Clary Funeral Home, 3004 West Lake Avenue, in Peoria. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 12, 2013, at Wolfe Brothers Funeral Home in West Memphis, AR, with Pastor Howard Stinson officiating, and visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 11, 2013, at Wolfe Brothers. Interment will be at Paradise Gardens Cemetery in Edmondson, AR. Howard was born in Edmondson on July 12, 1953, a son of Clifton and Dorothy (Johnson) Person. His mother preceded him in death, along with two twin granddaughters. He married Marcella Stinson on October 5, 1974 in Edmondson. She survives. He is also survived by his father of Edmondson; son, Howard LaShone (Natonya) Person of Peoria; daughter, Kimberlyn Boston of Peoria; grandchildren, Michael Person of Painsville, OH, Mya Boston, Seth Person and Andrea Mayes, all of Peoria; brothers, Paul Johnson of East St. Louis, Roger (Kathy) Person of Jonesboro, AR, Gene Person of West Memphis, AR and Clifton (Gloria) Person, Larry (Kathy) Person, Robert Person and Tracy Person, all of Memphis, TN; sisters, Patricia Person of Dallas, TX and Dorothy and Rosie Person, both of Memphis. Howard retired on January 1, 2013, after twenty three years of service, as an Operator 1 with ADM in Peoria. He enjoyed family reunions, playing with his grandchildren, working on cars, watching movies and relaxing in his man cave. He was a good provider and a kind hearted man, who was dedicated to his family. All flower arrangements may be delivered directly to Wolfe Brothers Funeral Home on Friday at 128 South Seventh Street, West Memphis, AR 72301.
| Don Wells |
Co worker - friend |
October 9, 2013 |
May God give you peace and comfort. When we lose a love one we experience pain because we knew thier love. Not everyone in life has that experiance, so we must thank the lord for this. I can see that Howard was loved and was well respected by famiily and everyone who knew him. Never did I hear him speak a cross word. I worked more directly with his Son H, Jr. than HP. I always admired Howard Sr. for raising such a fine young man. I considered my self blessed to have had the experience of working with him.
| len currie |
Forever in our hearts |
October 11, 2013 |
Love will keep you in our hearts. It is so hard to say goodbye. You are the wind beneath my wings. I pray that god will comfort the family in time of need
| Linda Tipton |
Sister-Inlaw |
October 10, 2013 |
Dearest Howard you have only been gone a short while yet you are already truly missed. You have been a part of this family for so long until it's hard to imagine life without you. Rest in peace knowing that I will always be there for your family. Thanks for being a great brother. Until our souls meet again. Love eternally, Linda
| Jack & Kathy Thrasher |
Sorry for your loss |
October 9, 2013 |
LaShone, Natonya and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of LaShone's Dad's passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Look to your hearts for comfort, the memories are always there.
Love,
Jack & Kathy
| Natalie Person |
Niece |
October 8, 2013 |
My Uncle Howard was the best uncle ever too me and my sister Alecia. There was never a dull moment when he came in town to visit. Even though the last time we talked and laughed was when we lost Granny and it was still wonderful to be in your presence. I was so happy to see you and hold your hand before God called you home!! I love you too pieces and you are truly missed. I will never forget you. My prayers go out to Aunt Mars, Kim, the grandbabies, and LaShoun. I love you guys also. We will also be family and nothing or nobody can changed that <3
| Elbert Eddwards |
Mr |
October 8, 2013 |
MY CONDOLENCE TOO THE PERSON FAMILY I AM SADDEN TO LEARN ABOUT THE PASSING OF A DEAR FRIEND. HP AND I WORKS TOGETHER FOR 10 YEARS AT ADM. THE LAST TIME THAT I SPOKE WITH HIM I WAS DEALING WITH THE LOST OF A FAMILY MEMBER. JUST HIS KIND WORDS GAVE ME STRENGHT. IAM DOING BETTER NOW BUT HURT THAT I NEVER GOT A CHANCE TO SAY THANK YOU FOR YOUR INCURIGMENT....... Elbert Edwards
