James Lee Howard, 54 of Walnut Ridge passed away on March 31, 2025, at the Lawrence Hall Nursing Center in Walnut Ridge.

Born March 2, 1971, in Paragould to the late Harold and Patricia Gammill Howard. He was united in marriage to Jamie Jones. He was a farmer and enjoyed fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Jamie Howard of the home; five children, Jessica Howard of Egypt, Jennifer Hewitt of Jonesboro, Tony Mashburn of Walnut Ridge, Dustin Zimmerman of Alicia, and Michelle; and many other relatives and friends.

No services have been scheduled at this time.