Joy came in the morning to Sippie G. Howard, 86, on Nov. 17, 2020, at her home in Centertown, as her fight with pancreatic cancer ended. She will be joining her husband, Max D. Howard; and son, Steven Howard; and her parents, Manson and Ruth (Parker) Amick, in heaven. This life well lived began July 11, 1934 at her parents home in Simmons/Cabool. She was a 1951 graduate of Houston High School and cosmetology school. Her 58 year blessed marriage to Max D. Howard started Dec. 20, 1953. She was a homemaker and had life long pleasures that included traveling, getting to visit all 50 states, Ireland even India at age 80. Her church membership included Centertown Baptist Church and followed by First Baptist Church of Jefferson City, where Sippie and Max enjoyed working in Sunday School Preschool where the children called her “Mississippi.” Her hobbies included flower gardening and quilting. Her day wasn’t complete without a few card games, lunch out and some exercise. She actively participated in the Classy Red Hatters Club, River City Reds and Cultured Pearls where her friends became family. Some of her greatest memories were annual Wildlife Summits with her grandchildren. Making family memories were more important to her rather than giving of gifts. Her legacy continues on in daughter, Virginia L. Yacko (David), of Walterboro, S.C.; and granddaughter, Amanda K. Barney (Gavin), of Moncks Corner, S.C.; and grandson, Jonathan E. Yacko (Natalie), of North Chittenden, Vt.; and two much loved great-granddaughters, Paige and Avery, of South Carolina. Strong family ties will continue on with sisters, Zeline Altis, of Chesterfield, and Patsy Welch, of Springfield; and brother Clem Amick (Marlene), of Houston; and numerous extended family. Sippie truly believed every day is a precious gift from God to be enjoyed. Due to the current pandemic and health and safety concerns, a memorial service will hopefully be planned in the upcoming spring. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Service, California, Mo.
