07/27/1999 - 02/23/2005 06/30/2022
CELEBRATION OF LIFE:
Saturday, July 16, 2022 11 a.m. Saints Academy School 16979 Hwy 17 North Lexington, MS 39095
OBITUARY:
Janya Janae Howard was born July 27, 1999, in Canton, MS, to Erica Howard and the late Mr. Henry T. Brown Jr. Janya “Ham” was called home on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Ham was raised in the Mileston/Tchula area. She resided in Mileston until her death. Janya received her education in the Holmes County and Yazoo City School systems, where Janya loved playing basketball in both schools. She received her high school diploma from Holmes Central High School. She graduated with the class of 2017.
Ja’Kayle Kalis Howard was born on February 23, 2005, in Jackson, MS, to Erica Howard and the late Mr. Henry T. Brown, Jr. Ja’Kayle “Kayle” was called home on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Kayle was raised in the Mileston Community, where she lived until her untimely death. Kayle was headed to her senior year at Thomas Christian Academy in Yazoo City, MS, where she loved cheerleading, karate, all sports, and the Bible. Ja’Kayle loved her school and was looking forward to going to Southern Mississippi “Golden Eagles” to study to become a lawyer. Kayle would be a member of the Thomas Christian Academy Class of 2023.
Janya and Ja’Kayle both leave to cherish their memories with their mom Erica(Chris) of Tchula, MS; sister, Arronesha (Rodrekus) Howard of Tchula, MS. One nephew: Rylan Washington of Tchula, MS.; Grandparents, Genetta Faye Howard of Tchula, MS.; Willie J. Miles of Chicago, Ill. Ferrill (Henry) Brown, Cruger, MS.; Aunts, Yasmine Howard and Jessica Howard of Tchula, MS. Sheenia Miles of Atlanta, GA. Jennifer (Micheal) Walker of Cruger, MS. Veronica (Lemarcus) Amos, Cruger, MS. Godmother Tamika (Larry) Jefferson, Uncle Shamaine Howard of Tchula, MS. Special Big Brother, James Baker of Tchula; Special Friend, Chaunce Young; Special Aunts and uncles who helped raised Ham and Kayle: Julettea (Willie) Townsend, Mary (Calvin Head), Mary H. Kohn all of Tchula, MS.; Special Cousins: Kenja Howard, Shanta Howard, Danita Howard, Zamia Howard, Vashandis, Mariah Howard, Sandra Kohn Green, Melissa York, Lakila Scott, Chaunce Young and James Baker, all of Tchula, MS.; Callie Brown and Pam Brown of Chicago, Ill. James Baker.
Living Spirit Dishgarden was sent for Janya "HAM" Jakayle "KAYLA" Howard - July 13, 2022
Sylvester Lewis sent The Peace Lily for Janya "HAM" Jakayle "KAYLA" Howard - July 12, 2022
God alone has the answers. We must lean on Him & not our own understanding. Heartfelt condolences to Erica Howard. Sylvester (Poose) Lewis & STL Family
Hey cousin I'm sorry I couldn't make it out there as much as I needed to be there for you at this time of need it hurts I couldn't be there I just want you to know I love ❤️ you with all my ❤️ and I'm 🙏🏾 For you on a daily I might've couldn't be there at the time but I promise you I'll be there sooner than later just know that I'm here for you no words could comfort you at this time I'm sorry to my cousins I didn't get to meet them but know I love them as well I'll call you soon I know right now you're still grieving here's a flower for you my beautiful cousin 💐
So sorry for your loss and I'm praying god gives you and your family strength and healing 🙏🙏🙏💜💗
my condolences.. praying for the family + others.
I didn't know you but y'all have been on my mind so heavy. My deepest condolences to your mom mostly and to the Howard family. May god heal all of ur sorrow.
Pretty girls fly high 🧡🥺🤞🏽
Sending my deepest condolences to you, Ericka..
Always In our hearts my beautiful babes. We will always love y'all🙏🏽🙏🏽💔💔With faith in God we will try our best to understand God reason for this and help y'all mom ever way we can.! 💔Lord be with our family and continue to guide us thru this dark tunnel.
Words can not express the multitude of emotions that race through our hearts and minds as we, the Davis family lift our heads and stretch out our arms to you in the most sincere and heart felt embrace imaginable! Know that we love you as much as we know in our hearts that God loves you even more!! Please believe that And I claim that you already do!!! In Jesus' Name Amen. From, Edward Jerome Davis and Family
Beautiful girl, may you rest peacefully and sending prayers to your family 🕊
To the Howard family during this trying time. I pray that God's blessed surround you and your family always. Gladys Hodges and family
I'm praying for my family that God will give you strength. You all have our deepest and heart felt sympathy. Love you ❤️🙏🏾 Lorene & Tony Alexander & Family
I will forever love you ... Roderick Latiker
Sending my deepest sympathy and condolences to the Howard family. May the blessings of the LORD overtake you in the days to come.
Always, Teresa
I'll forever love you & miss you my sweet sister #JoJo 💜
With deep sympathy me and my family will continue to keep your family in our prayer
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