Clifford Howard, Sr., D.D.S.

Dr. Clifford Howard, Sr. passed away on September 17, 2026, at 9:11 a.m. at Novant Health Medical Center. He resided in Kernersville, North Carolina, with his son, Dr. Clifford Howard, Jr.; his daughter-in-law, Lara Howard; and his grandchildren, where he spent his final years surrounded by family.

Clifford Howard, Sr. was born in Chattahoochee, Florida on February 18, 1941 and was raised by his mother, Sallie Mae (Baldwin) Howard. After graduating from high school, Cliff joined the United States Marine Corps, where he proudly served from 1960 to 1966 during the Vietnam War era. Shortly afterward, he attended Howard University, where he completed his Doctorate of Dentistry. During his years in practice, Dr. Howard received several awards and built a highly successful dental practice, serving communities in Freehold, Rahway, and Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Dr. Howard leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Roxanne A. Howard-Robinson; his son, Clifford Howard, Jr.; four grandchildren, Benny Howard, Kendall Howard, Troy Howard, and Chloe Howard; and three step-grandchildren, Hailey, Bryson, and Ryan. He is also survived by his brother, James Howard, and his sister, Clarice Howard. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sallie Mae Howard; his sister, Mary Alice Howard; and his brothers, Frederick Howard, Walter Lee Howard, and Rudolph Howard. Dr. Howard was also dearly loved and adored by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and close friends. He will be dearly missed.