Anthony Michael Howard was born November 19th 1972 in Portland, Oregon to proud parents Cynthia Sims and Felton Howard Jr. He attended Sabin, Irvington, & Sunnyside. Mt tabor Middle and Grant High School, where he was an outstanding athlete and created lifelong friendships.
Anthony’s time working at the Avalon Theater with his best friend Ron was special. He also worked at Fred Meyer as the Electronic dept. Manager, Sapa Anodizing, and most recently was working as a private contractor in construction. Many friends have competed projects at home to remind us of Anthony.
Anthony was a true believer in God and friends became family soon after meeting him. Anthony often opened his home for anybody that needed a place to rest. His presence was larger than life and his charisma was contagious. Anthony loved his fiancÌ© Amanda and would make sure everybody new that. If there was a disagreement he would cook breakfast to make up with her. Anthony loved to cook and at an early age would watch his Mom work in the kitchen. Anthony loved to spend time with his Father working on cars or just talking about life and they shared a special bond. He was our Children’s big Uncle Ant, and always knew what the kids wanted for Birthdays before they did. Anthony had a passion for music spending countless hours with his friends and Brothers in the studio laying down tracts in fellowship. An OG from camp NEP Anthony prided himself of being the last man standing and loved his time with his family of friends. A protector, Anthony was called to Heaven where he can watch over us all.
Anthony was presided in death by his Grandparents Felton & Thelma Howard, Nora & Edward Tahl, & Jim Sims. Uncle Michael Howard.
To celebrate his life and home going Anthony leaves behind Fianc̩ Amanda Ghattas, Mother Cynthia Sims, and Father Felton Howard. Brothers Lance Howard, Jestin Collins, Michael Medina, & Jesse Collins. Sisters Shaunae Collins, Adrienne Howard, April Jackson, Jessica Collins. 25 + nieces and nephews, and countless cousins.
Anthony you will be missed, we love you. God Bless You.