Wanda Mae Howard

Wanda Mae Howard, a woman of deep faith and conviction passed away into the arms of her savior Jesus Christ leaving behind a profound legacy of love. Born on February 7, 1939, in Weatherford, Texas, Wanda was the cherished daughter of the late James Lawrence Littlepage and Bertha Ann Sanders.

A devout Christian, Wanda lived her life with grace and a welcoming spirit. On September 22, 1981, she married her beloved second husband, James L. Howard, with whom she built a beautiful long life.

Wanda’s greatest joy was her family, whom she loved fiercely and unconditionally. She cherished every gathering, celebration, and quiet moment spent with her loved ones. When she wasn't spending time with family, Wanda could often be found playing bingo and gardening her favorite pastimes that brought her countless hours of joy and laughter.

Wanda’s memory will be forever cherished by her surviving family, including her son, Robert Schmittling; her grandchildren, Tabatha Johnson and husband James, Angie Odden and husband Eric, Randy Howard, Robert Schmittling and wife Desiree, Amanda Patton, and Kayla Odden and husband Travis, and Diana Schmittling; brother, Don Littlepage and her sister, Juanita King; 22 great-grandchildren, 24 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Betty Littlepage and Ruby Thornton.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James L. Howard; her children, Bobby Schmittling, Ricky Schmittling, Kathy Vigeon, and Teresa Patton; her brothers, Lester, Leroy, Winford, JC, Billy, James, and Jerry Littlepage; her sisters, Judy Henderson and Shirley Lindley.

Her faith & family brought immense light and happiness to her life.

Visitation will be at Baum-Carlock-Bumgardner Funeral Home Friday, November 6 from 5-7 p.m. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Immanuel Baptist Church with burial following at Woodland Park Cemetery.