Paul W. “Bud” Howard, 42, of Poplarville, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2020 at his residence.

Bud was born February 25, 1977 in Picayune, Mississippi. He was the son of J.M. Howard, Jr. and Kay Cowart Howard. He was a graduate of Poplarville High School and a member of Juniper Grove Baptist Church. He was employed with South Mississippi Regional Center and Mill Creek Industries.

He is preceded in death by one sister, Laura Howard.

Family members include his parents, Jr. and Kay Howard; siblings, James M. “Sonny” Howard, Rebecca (Justin) Johansen, Hubert (Chasity) Howard, David Howard, Sharlie Howard, Ali (Braden) Holmes, Darla Howard, Becky (Josh) Beech, Felicia (Gina) Beall; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family.

A memorial service for Bud was held at Juniper Grove Baptist Church, Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 12:00 pm. Rev. John Sapp and Rev. Jeff Easterling officiated the service. The family received friends and had visitation one hour prior to the service.

White Funeral Home, (601) 795-4982.

www.whitefuneralhomepoplarville.com