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Howard Williams

Case from Jackson, MS dated Nov 11, 2020

Victim Details

Howard Williams

Male

Black / African American

Jackson

MS

2020-11-11

45

Howard

Williams

07/04/2026

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In the city of Jackson, Mississippi, a life was abruptly cut short on a Wednesday in the autumn of 2020. Howard Williams, a 45-year-old man known to his loved ones as 'Howie' or 'Lavon,' was fatally shot on November 11th. Remembered as an outgoing and fun-loving individual, Williams was a professional barber and landscaper, a great cook, a wonderful friend, and an awesome dad. His sudden and violent death left a void in the lives of those who knew and cherished him.

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  • Howard Williams, age 45 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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