Alice O. Howson

Alice O. Howson, 77, of Nelsonville, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021, at the Laurels of Athens.  She was born September 13, 1944, in Nelsonville, the daughter of the late James and Audrey Williams Lauderback.  She was married to Merle E. Howson for 51 years before he passed on August 31, 2018.

Alice was a long-time waitress at the former Shafer’s Restaurant in Nelsonville.  She also worked at Nelsonville TV Cable and Hocking College.  Alice had a fun, humorous, and goofy spirit, and easily made friends with anyone she met. She could often be found at Movies 10, certain not to miss the newest show. Family was most important to Alice and she was always spoiling her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She and Merle took great pride in their holiday gatherings and outdoor decorations, and she was an extremely passionate Phase 10 player at family game nights.

Alice is survived by her daughter, Julie Howson Conrad of Athens; grandchildren, Sarah Howson Whitmore of Rockville, Maryland and Jarod (Emily) Conrad of Chillicothe; brother, Ronnie (Kathy) Lauderback of Nelsonville; sister-in-law, Janet (Dan) Wright of Michigan; uncle, Ross Lauderback; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.