Matthew James Howard

April 20, 2001 - September 1, 2020

Matthew James “Matt Matt” Howard of Trumann departed this life on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at the family residence at the age of 19 years, 4 months and 12 days.  He was born Friday, April 20, 2001 in Jonesboro, AR and lived his lifetime in Trumann.  Matthew was a 2019 graduate of Trumann High School and a freshman at ASU in Marked Tree.  Matthew loved to play video games, and take pictures.  He had a heart of gold and loved to help anyone in need and attended Calvary Pentecostal Church. He is survived by his parents,  Jim and Tammy Howard of the home; his grandpa, John "Papa" Howard; one sister, Natasha (Casey) Owens of Trumann; two brothers, Jerry (Kim) Hedge of Trumann, and Dakota (Hailey)  Howard of Bono; and 6 nephews. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann.  A Celebration of Life will follow in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Rev. Keith Mincy officiating.  Burial will follow in Bolivar Cemetery in Harrisburg, AR.         Pallbearers will be Jerry Hedge, Dakota Howard, Casey Owens, Caleb Speaks, Nathanial Sawyer, Michael Smith, Cody Jones and Austin Compton.       In compliance with COVID-19 restrictions, social distancing will be required along with face masks and the signing of a COVID-19 form will be require. Online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.