Brent Marcus Howard, 63, of Paragould, passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2022. He was born October 13, 1959, in Frankfurt, Germany, to Max and Virginia Howard. Brent was the number one hunter and fisherman around. He trained birddogs and enjoyed Nascar, stock car racing, and was a big fan of Oklahoma Sooners football.

Brent was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his brother, Steven Howard; sister, Allison Grant; nephew, Trae Grant (Sara); niece, Virginia Grant; six great nieces and nephews; aunt, Fayrene Kieffner; several cousins; special cousin and best friend, Jim Howard; and special friend, Jeanina Smith.

The family will receive friends on Monday, December 19, from 4:00 p.m. until service time at Phillips Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 6:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home with David Stallings officiating.