Howard Lowell Markum

Howard Lowell Markum, age 94, a McMinnville, TN resident and Cannon County native was born June 14, 1924 and passed away September 23, 2018 in Raintree Manor following an extended illness.He was a World War II veteran of the United States Marine Corps, retired salesman with Borden Foods and member of the Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Tucker.Mr. Markum was married December 12, 2000 to Bonita Boyd Markum who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by son, George Christopher Abadie of San Diego, CA; sister-in-law, Winona Powers of McMinnville; several nieces and nephews; and best friend, Nell Williamson of Nashville, TN.Graveside service and interment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2018 in Spring Hill Cemetery in Madison, TN with Hugh Hillis to officiate. Military grave rites will be conducted by the United States Marine Corps Honor Guard. There will be no service or visitation at High’s.Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.comHigh Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.