Peggy J. Howard
October 6, 1938 ~ July 3, 2026
Born in:
San Antonio, Texas
Resided in:
San Antonio, Texas
With grateful hearts for a life well lived, we celebrate the life and legacy of Ms. Peggy J. Howard, who peacefully entered eternal rest on July 3, 2026.
Peggy was born on October 6, 1938, in San Antonio, Texas, to Clarence Edward Humphreys and Jean A. Collins. A proud graduate of Wheatley High School, she later attended cosmetology school before embarking on a life filled with hard work and service to others. Throughout the years, Peggy wore many hats, including working as a truck driver, but her greatest joy came from caring for people. Caregiving was more than a job—it was her calling. She had a compassionate heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Peggy had a personality that was impossible to forget. She was outgoing, welcoming, and genuinely kind. To Peggy, there were no strangers—only friends she had not yet met. Her smile, laughter, and gift for conversation made everyone feel at home in her presence.
She loved life’s simple pleasures. Whether she was playing bingo, enjoying a spirited game of cards, or listening to her favorite blues music, Peggy knew how to make every moment count. She especially adored her beloved dogs, affectionately known as “her boys,” who brought her endless happiness and companionship. She also took pride in her appearance and believed in always looking her best. No matter the occasion, Peggy carried herself with confidence, style, and grace.
A faithful member of St. Stephen’s Baptist Church, Peggy leaned on her faith throughout her life. Her trust in God guided her through both joyful times and life’s challenges, and she found comfort and strength within her church family.
Above all else, Peggy cherished her family. She leaves to treasure her precious memories her loving son, Robert Adrien Humphrey and his wife, Barbara; her grandchildren, Elicia Smith and Shawn Humphrey; her great-grandchildren, Elijah Hawley, Daijah Guice, Deinijah Williams, Marshawn Humphrey, Sha’Kim Humphrey, Akaysha White, and Aejanae Humphrey; her great-great-grandchildren, Royce Guice, Reign Guice, Rayden Guice, Reilani Guice, Royal Hines, Adore Hines, and Hazel Mae Humphrey; her beloved niece, Alice Robinson; and a host of extended family members, lifelong friends, neighbors, and all whose lives were touched by her kindness and love.
She was welcomed into eternal rest by her beloved husband, Ned Howard Jr.; her parents, Clarence Edward Humphreys and Jean A. Collins; and her siblings, Ernest Humphreys, Lois Nolan, and Clarence Humphreys.
Peggy leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, laughter, resilience, and unwavering faith. She showed us the importance of treating others with kindness, working hard, loving deeply, and finding joy in every day. Although our hearts are saddened by her passing, we rejoice in knowing that her beautiful spirit lives on in the countless lives she touched.
Her memory will forever be a blessing, and her love will remain in our hearts always.
Services
Visitation: August 7, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
St. Stephens Baptist Church
2011 E. Carson St.
San Antonio, TX United States
78208
Funeral Service: August 7, 2026 11:00 am
St. Stephens Baptist Church
2011 E. Carson St.
San Antonio, TX United States
78208
Graveside: August 7, 2026 1:45 pm
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd.
San Antonio, TX United States
78209
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Adrien and BJ
My big Brother and Big Sis I love you all and we offer our deepest condolence’s ! Mama Peggy is already missed! Our hearts are filled with grief she will always be in my heart! Thxs for sharing Mama Peggy with us!
Much love
KK and Brooks
So Thankful I Was Able to Meet Such a Beautiful Soul❣️Get Your Rest….Job Well Done❣️…Love The Williams Family🤍🤍
In the Webster dictionary there’s not enough words to express how I feel about Aunt Peggy I am 59 years old and ain’t Peggy has been a part of my life for 51 years she was our family secret Jewel she took care of each one of us I am the youngest of six siblings and she was known to us as Aunt Peggy when I learned how to drive it was Aunt Peggy that had came from Florida that showed me and taught me how to drive when I was going through whatever it was I was going through it was Aunt Peggy that talked to me through it when the family as a whole shall I say my family it was in Peggy that stood by our side as we lay to rest our loved ones our hearts are heavy however we look to the hills from which cometh our help knowing our help comes from the Lord we know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord and Peggy take your rest you’ve came you stayed you loved you fulfilled your duty to all of us we do not say bye we say farewell soldier we will see you in that great getting up morning your other family the Richardson s and the Moore’s.. ❤️
Our families, yours and mine grew up together. There were four of you guys and five of us in my family. We used to play together at each other’s house. Remember the time that I was at your house, and Sweet (your grandmother) got tired of all of us and she sent me home and she sent you guys to bed, remember that, boy I sure do.
Although we led separate lives throughout the many, many years that we’ve known each other, we never forgot how much we loved each other and what it meant to get together from time to time to play cards, to cook and eat together, to have your family at my house and my family at your house. Yeah, remember that? Boy, I sure do.
Losing you Peggy is like losing a member of my family – which I have always considered you a part of. I’m gonna miss those long days and nights playing card games. I’m gonna miss our getting together at my house, or your house or Lois’ house and just having fun all day together. I’m gonna miss that like crazy Peggy.
Well now, I’m sure you’re with your sister Lois, and I want you to hug and kiss her for me because my heart was broken when I lost her too. It’s fitting that you guys should be together and I know you guys will resume having fun with each other like you always did before.
I;m closing now Peggy cause I know I’ve talked long enough But I just want you to know how much I love you girl, and I’m so sorry to see you go.
Oh and by the way, say hi to my sister Charles Etta for me. I’m sure she’s welcomed you and Lois and that you guys are having fun with each other like we all used to do – back in the day.
I LOVE YOU PEGGY. Your friend always, Betty