Roberta Righi-Howell Obituary

Mrs. Roberta "Faye" Righi-Howell

December 15, 1936 -

March 24, 2026

Mrs. Roberta "Faye" Righi-Howell, 89, born on December 15, 1936, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Faye was of the Baptist faith. She was a wonderful, loving person who enjoyed helping with her church, tending her gardens of flowers, and spending time with her family and friends. Faye was an excellent cook who is known for her delicious lasagna and spaghetti among many different dishes. She also enjoyed making meals and desserts for family, friends, and those in need.

She retired from Baxter in 1993 and was co-owner and worker of Squeaky Kleen with her daughters off and on until around 2002.

Faye was preceded in death by her parents, John H. Rowe and Bessie L. Rowe; one sister, Louise Sigfried; brothers, Kyle Edward Rowe and John C. Rowe.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Robert W. Howell, who spoiled her in the most incredibly loving ways; sons, Robert Peters, Tim Righi (Kelli), Joe Righi (Chrissy); daughters, Susan Meade-White (Bill), Sharon Hall (Jimmy); step-children, Danny Howell, Tim Howell (Nichole), Tonya Howell, Shawn Skinner (Autumn), and Tammy Drossman; brother, WH "Dub" Rowe; grandchildren, Keith Peters, Serina Williams, Zachary McCullough (Jamie), Jeremiah Meade, Chad Righi (Janie), Seth Righi (Shauna), Brittany Gonzales (Marcus), Cody Righi (Kristin), Kristen Rosenbaum (Timmy), Samantha Henderson (Caleb), Lucas McKee (Samantha), and Jonah Turner (Maleiah); eleven great-grandsons; two great-granddaughters; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; special friend, Sharon Dugger Hughes.

The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice for all their support.

A Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. Following the visitation a brief eulogy and prayer will be said by Pastor Ronald Baxter.

Condolences may be sent to the family of Mrs. Roberta online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821