Tara Howard

Born on September 13, 1961 in Melbourne, Florida
Passed on May 18, 2026 in Palm Bay, Florida

Tara Howard passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on May 18th, 2026, in Palm Bay, Florida. She was born on September 13th, 1961, in Melbourne, FL, and lived a life of laughter and family. She met her husband, Mark, at the Grant Community Center softball field, and the two married in 1982. Together they have two children, Lindsey and Cameron.

Tara was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend who always put others before herself. She was deeply invested in others’ lives, and would often surprise them with small gifts after learning about their new interests. For nearly 29 years, she was a dedicated employee for Clow Chiropractic. While she enjoyed her work, her biggest joy came from spending time with her family and friends. She loved taking family trips to Walt Disney World, caring for her two grandchildren, and reading a good book in the meantime.

Tara is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Martha King. She is survived by her husband, Mark Howard; her cherished children, Lindsey (George) Von Edwins and Cameron (Jocelyn) Howard; her beloved grandchildren, Morgan Von Edwins and Bodie Howard; and her brothers, Todd (Maria) King and Craig (Sandra) King, as well as many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Grant Community Center on Saturday, June 20t from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Tara’s legacy of love, laughter, and connection will live on in her family and all who are fortunate to have met her.

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Lila Beaufort Alvarado from Melbourne wrote on August 29, 2026:

From meeting you for the first time in third grade at Palm Bay Elementary to Southwest JH to Palm Bay HS we were friends. Upon my return to Melbourne I needed a chiropractor. Imagine my surprise a few years ago when I walked into Clow Chiropractic and saw a familiar face that I seen since graduation night 1979! We both had some gray hairs but you looked the same and when we talked, your friendly, kind personality was still evident. I will surely miss seeing you and the feeling I got of talking to someone who knew me from when I was young kid. Rest in Him. My prayers are with your family and friends.🙏🩷

George JOSEPH FERRAGUT from Melbourne wrote on June 18, 2026:

Mark and Cam, So sorry to hear about Tara illness she was fighting and became an inspiration for me to beat pancreatic cancer ! I miss her love her smile and concern for others ! Love, George and Bonnie Ferragut