Roy Roger Howe, Sr.-age 80 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Sunday, December 31, 2023. He was a member of Byrams Fork Baptist Church. Roy was an Army veteran and loved to whittle. Preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Marcella Howe; sister, Anita Costa.

He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Paulette Howe; children, Tabatha Shope, Roy Howe, Jr., Janice Oliver, Joseph Howe; a slew of grandchildren and great children along with many nieces and nephews.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.