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1961-2026
Dawn Willet Thompson Howard, 64, of East Liverpool Ohio passed away on Aug. 8, 2026. She was born Oct. 5, 1961, a daughter of the late Frank D. Thompson Jr. and Beverly J. Thompson.
Dawn graduated from Wellsville High School in 1980 and went on to attend Jeff Tech, where she studied business. She began her career at East Liverpool City Hospital and later spent over 25 years with Heritage Thermal Services, retiring from the company in 2021.
Dawn is survived by her mother, Beverly Thompson, and her children: Christina Kirkland, Shante Thompson, Paul Howard III, and Tia Howard. She is also survived by her beloved niece, Davina Thompson (David Santiago), whom she loved as a daughter. Her memory will live on through her grandchildren: Josiah Santiago, Ja'Von Santiago, Ja'lae Clay, Tiara Welch, Lyric Santiago, and Cashus Clay, and her great-grandchildren, Jhaki and Ayla Santiago.
A memorial service to celebrate Dawn's life will be held at noon on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, at the First Baptist Church, 1401 Center St., Wellsville, OH 43968.
Family and friends may visit from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
You may view this obituary and send condolences online at www.robertsfuneralhomewellsville.com.
8/20/26