Obituary written by daughter-in-law Maria A. Howard:

Nehemiah Howard died at his residence near Minor Hill, Giles County, Tenn., on Thursday, March 10, 1881. Father Howard was born in South Carolina in April 1805; moved to this county with his parents when quite a youth when the now fertile fields were mere cane brakes. Was married to Roeana Hammonds about 51 years ago, who departed this life in 1854, after which he was married to Elizabeth Hughes who also preceded him to the tomb a few months since.

Father Howard, like many other sires, liked to talk of the past, especially of the many happy days he spent with his loving companions. He being of a mild and gentle temperament, abhorred the very idea of any jars of discords among his fellow creatures, and especially between husband and wife. His happy past was theme he liked to dwell upon and spoke alike praiseworthy of his departed companions, also of the peaceable loving way in which his first children and his last wife lived, which seemed to be a great solace to him even in his sad bereavements.

Father Howard became a member of the Baptist Church in 1849 making his Christian life about 32 years during which time he lived a consistent member, ever ready to discharge what he deemed his duty. As a citizen, he was a self- sacrificing, patriotic man, serving as magistrate and school commissioner for a number of years, always ready to give good advice and help in time of need. The hoary headed [white haired} citizens have lost a true and tried friend, the younger ones a noble counselor, and his bereaved children a jewel of a father.

His remains were followed to the family graveyard by a large concourse of friends and relatives. Services rendered by Elder William Smith. It was then interred, there to remain until the earth is rolled together as a scroll, and the dead small and great stand before God in judgment.

--submitted by Jane (46540244) 6-16-23.