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Obituary For Harold "Howie" Thaxton, Jr.
Harold Gregory Thaxton, Jr. "Howie" was born in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He was the third child of five born to Betty (Reddick) Thaxton and Harold Thaxton, Sr.
He received his formal education in the public schools of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and graduated from Harrisburg High School.
Howie adored his family. He was a loving father and stepfather. He was a man of many hidden talents such as, cooking, rapping, traveling, sewing, etc... He loved to socialize and enjoy the company of his family and friends. He loved his Chicago Bulls, Bears, and Black Hawks.
On Monday, November 3, 2025, Harold Gregory “Howie” Thaxton transitioned from this earthly life into eternal life in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
He was preceded in death by his older brother, Tyrome Thaxton; niece, Tyshawn Cleveland; grandmothers, Florida Reddick and Alice Strawther; grandfathers, Hilton Reddick and James Thaxton; uncles, Raymond Reddick, James Reddick and Donnie Thaxton and his friend, Dax Curtis.
Howie is survived by his parents, Harold and Betty Thaxton; his son, Deondre Thaxton-Travers; stepchildren, Marcus Martin and Mikyla Martin Brandon; grandson, Saiyr Brandon; the best siblings ever, Tracey Pollard (Durrell Pollard), Jermaine Thaxton and A’lice Thomas; step-grandmother, Jessie Thaxton; 9 nephews; 5 nieces and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
His life will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2025 in the Sanctuary of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1201 N. 17th Street, Harrisburg with viewing and visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
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My heart is truly broken. Since our days in high school, we had so many fun times. Howie was one of the coolest, most genuine people you would ever know. I'm keeping his family in my thoughts and prayers.
Family, my heart hurts bad, Howie was the nephew who ALWAYS came through for everyone, I remember him when he was little dancing, I love you nephew and will be missing you, but hey you're in a better place right now I love you 💖
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I'm so lost for words to hear about to going home. 😔 We had fun times growing up in the funk when your parents used to watch me keep looking over the family and prayers for the family.... Y'all was family to me too miss you homie/ cuz
To the Thaxton family, you have my deepest condolences. I pray that God gives you all strength during this time of need.
We used to call him Lil Harold. Betty and Harold you have my deepest and heart felt sympathy. I love you guys.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Howie, a cherished friend whose presence, love, and laughter meant so much to our family over the years. He was more than a close friend to my husband Malik~ he was a true brother in every sense of the word (a real one for sure). You are truly missed and will live within our hearts forever. Continued prayers to brother Jermaine and the rest of the family. Love your brother forever, Malik Tumer & family.
I Love You So Much Uncle Howie. . . &' You Will Forever Remain In My Heart!
howie my brother from ur baby sister i love u so much and u will forever and always be our#3 of our #5 a special place u hold in me we will never be ok tell big bro how much we love and miss him
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