Louis Gerard Howard, 61, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018 after battling lung cancer.

Louis was born April 25, 1957 to Elenora Cuicchi and James Louis Howard. He graduated from Greenwood High School and attended Mississippi State University. Louis worked for the United States Department of Army records division.

In addition to his parents, Louis was preceded in death by his twin brother, James, older brother, Danny Joe, and sister, Gracie Howard.

Survivors include his son, Drew Howard and wife Katherine of Greenwood; grandsons, Graham Howard and Strain Howard; brother, Al Howard and wife Betty of Birmingham; and sister in law, Connie Howard.

Visitation will be from 10:00am to 11:00am Friday, August 3, 2018 at Wilson and Knight Funeral Home in Greenwood, MS, followed by a graveside service at Odd Fellow Cemetery.

Memorial may be made to St. Jude Children's hospital. Wilson and Knight Funeral Home is in charge. Online guest book may be signed at www.wilsonandknight.com