Thelma Howes, of Jackson, MI, age 78, passed away on December 15, 2022 at her home.
She had lived in the Jackson area for the past 20 years, moving from Leslie. Thelma was born April 12, 1944 in Stockbridge, MI, the daughter of Frank and Rachel Mary (Salyers) Minix. She worked in the Remanufacturing Department of General Motors for 30 years. She enjoyed gardening, crafting, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and her beloved dog, Bandit.
Thelma is survived by two children, Kevin Howes of Jackson, and Amy Howes of Eaton Rapids; her grandchildren, Emily Howes, Abbey Howes, and Wyatt Walker; and nieces, Faye and Genevieve, and nephew, Barry. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Raleigh Minix, Roy Minix, Roland Minix, Winford Minix, Winnie Montgomery, and Ora Mae Hubbs.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 18, 2022 from 1:00- 3:00 p.m. at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge, MI.
Memorial contributions may be made to Jackson County Animal Shelter.
Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.
