Erma Lee Aaron Howell

February 26, 2026

Erma Lee Aaron Howell, a Louisiana native born in 1937, passed away on February 8, 2026, at Paradise Valley Hospital in San Diego at age 88. After relocating to California in 1963, she built a meaningful life that included a 52-year marriage to Len Howell Sr. , working as a certified nurse at various San Diego hospitals before retiring from UCSD, and serving her church community.

Who is affected

Her surviving husband Len Howell Sr., son Len Howell Jr. and his wife Ranada, sister Dollie Dyson, three grandchildren (Legend, Royal, and Shaquiria Howell), nephew Stanley Taylor, niece Cherie Batiste, thirty-five nieces and nephews, and numerous great and great-great nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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Why it matters

This obituary commemorates a woman who impacted multiple communities throughout her 88 years—from her Louisiana roots to her California home—through her nursing career serving San Diego hospital patients, her church service, her role as guardian to family members in need, and her ability to bring joy and connection to those around her through her vibrant personality and gatherings.

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