Mrs. Mary Taliaferro Howard, 99, of Ashland, entered eternal rest January 12, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, George A. Howard Jr.; and son, George A. Howard III (Laura). Surviving are four children, Kenneth L. Howard (Sandra), Merl S. Howard Sr. (Carolyn), Valecia R. Howard-Amos (Melvin) and Vincent G. Howard (Karen); 10 grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to:

The Shiloh Baptist Church College Fund,

The American Cancer Society (for breast cancer research), or

The American Diabetes Association.