Tommie Wallace Howard, 79, of Flemingsburg, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026, at his residence.

Born in Monroe County, Kentucky on June 26, 1947, his father was the late Hollis Hade Howard and his mother was the late Maudie Walden Howard.

Tommie was an advocate for progressive agriculture and the youth of the community.

Upon graduation from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture, majoring in both Animal Science and Agronomy, he was the Mason County 4-H agent before taking the same position in Fleming County.

He enjoyed mentoring youth of the community before putting his knowledge and experience into practice on his and Lois’s farm on Taylor Mill Road in Flemingsburg.

Tommie and Lois enjoyed many successes together with their dairy farm and beef operation over the years.

Tommie enjoyed sharing and consulting farmers of all kinds as a field representative for Southern States of Flemingsburg and Agri-Urban in Southwestern Ohio. Tommie also served in additional capacities during his incredible career.

Several accomplishments include Kentucky Colonel, University of Kentucky Distinguished Alumnus Award, Fleming County Master Conservationist, and First High Quality Milk Award in Kentucky.

Perhaps his greatest joy later in life was enjoying and admiring his five grandchildren, Madison Anne, Jordan Layne, Morgan Rae, Leah Marie, and McKenzie Lynn.

Tommie is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lois Nickell Howard; his two sons, James W. (Angela) Howard and Jason L. (Susan) Howard; and his five grandchildren, Madison Anne, Jordan Layne, Morgan Rae, Leah Marie, and McKenzie Lynn. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Howard (Jerry) Rich, along with many extended family members and friends.

The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Friday, October 23, 2026, at Boone-Nickell Funeral Home with Bro. Aaron Cude officiating.

Tommie will be laid to rest in Fleming County Cemetery.

Visitation will be open to the public from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., Thursday, at Boone-Nickell, located at 150 West Water Street in Flemingsburg.

In place of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Tommie to Parkinson Research (online: The Parkinson's Foundation by mail: 1350 Broadway, Suite 1530, New York, NY 10018) and/or May’s Lick Baptist Church (5105 Main Street, May’s Lick KY 41055).

Friends may offer online condolences at www.boonenickellfuneralhome.com