Ernest D. Howell, age 82, of Covington, died September 29, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife of over 60 years, Betty Sue Howell; sons, Sam Howell and Steve Howell. He is survived by sons, Vann Howell, Marc Howell and his wife Lisa, David Howell and his wife Nikki; brother, Eddie Howell; sister, Martha Ann Marcus; 11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, niece's and nephew's. Ernest had requested to be cremated. A memorial service was held 1 o'clock Saturday October 3, in the chapel of Henry Funeral Home with Rev. Nelson Goddard officiating.