Willetta E.

Howard

With deep sorrow and abundant gratitude, we celebrate the life of Willetta Eugenia Condrey Howard, who entered eternal rest on June 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and the peace of God.

Willetta was born on October 22, 1941, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Willie Eugene and Clara Condrey, and was later lovingly supported by her stepfather, Robert Jones.

She was preceded in death by her Father Willie Eugene Condrey, Mother Clara Jones, Stepfather Robert Jones, sister Clevesta Brown, and grandson David J. Devalt.

Willetta lived out loud. She embraced life fully, loved deeply, laughed freely, and stood boldly in who she was. Her presence and sweet aroma lit up every room, and her voice, whether through laughter, wisdom, or gentle words, was always heard and deeply felt.

She found her calling at the Adrian Training School in Michigan, where she worked for 28 years as a Youth Specialist, serving at-risk youth with strength and compassion. She later earned an associate degree from Siena Heights University, a testament to her passion and determination.

In retirement, Willetta fulfilled her dream of traveling; exploring the U.S. and overseas. She enjoyed church, cooking, playing cards, and the occasional casino trip, but her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

She leaves to honor her memory: Daughter: Anita Devalt (Toledo, OH); Sons: Ulysses "Tony" (Sarah) Howard (Manistee, MI), Mark (Kim) Howard (Sahuarita, AZ); Grandchildren: Brandi Devalt, Emily Howard-Jones, Molly Martz, Raquell Kelley, Andre', Aric', Jack Howard, Cassius and Nathaniel Kelley; Great-grandchildren: Thirteen in total; and a host of extended family and friends.

Special thanks to her great-grandsons Don'Tay and Lenny Harris Jr., for their assistance in caring for her and her god-daughter Rachale (Bruce) Kelley, whose loving care and quiet devotion reflected their special bond. We also acknowledge her cousin Genene Garrett, and her niece Peggy Brown-Morehead.

She lived boldly and loved without limits. She will be missed deeply and remembered forever.