Deborah Ann Howarth, 57, of Elberta died March 21, 2012. She was the first Female CMSGT in the Mississippi Army/Air National Guard. She is survived by her husband of over 39 years-Merrill Wayne Howarth of Elberta; mother, Rita Painter, Marerro,La.; brother, Roy Painter, Marerro,La. Mrs. Howarth will have a Military Graveside Service with Honors on April 2 at 2 p.m. from The Barrancas National Cemetery on Nas Pensacola, Fa. Arrangements by Cason Funeral Service, Foley.
