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Service for Mr. Richard Tyrone Howell 51, of West Columbia, South Carolina will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 2:00 pm at Antioch Baptist Church 52 Antioch Road St. Matthews, South Carolina, Viewing will be held on Tuesday, from 1:00 to 6:00 pm at the Pearson's Funeral Home 4508 N. Main Street Columbia, South Carolina. Born in Calhoun County the son of Mrs. Vicky Elaine Howell and the late Richard Ben on October 23, 1974. Richard was a self employed painter for many years. Surviving are Ms. Demerich Staley of the home. sons, Richard T. Howell of West Columbia, SC; Ali Howell of West Columbia, SC; Davion Howell of West Columbia, SC; daughter, Genesis S. Harley of West Columbia, SC; grandchild Madison Harley of West Columbia, SC; Step-son, Sincere Staley of West Columbia, SC; Step daughters, Demerica Staley and Sherell Taylor both of West Columbia, SC; brothers, Eric Duckson of St. Matthews, SC; Ricky Ben of Columbia, SC; and sisters, Trinette Howell of St. Matthews, SC; Shenaka Howell of Gaston, SC; Sabrina Montgomery of Gaston, SC; Sherico Glover of Columbia, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and other relatives and friends.
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