Honorary Pallbearers
John Washington
Antonio Grant
David Ross
Herbert Lee Davis
Greg Lloyd
Edward Scott
Michael Boynton
USC Men’s Basketball Teammates
Lower Richland High School Basketball Teammates
Pallbearers
Calvin Clemmons
Perry Flemming
Tony Mays
Sheldon Everett
Aaron Lucas
Carlos Powell
Floral Bearers
Lower Richland High School Class of 2000
Acknowledgement
The possession of family and friends is a priceless gift from God for which we are grateful. We,
the family of Mr. Rolando Teophilos Howell, Sr., are eternally grateful for your love, support,
prayers, and services rendered during the crossing over of our loved one into his new spiritual
life. Please know that each of you have made a profound impact on our lives which long shall
be remembered. May God keep each of you in His care.
Special thanks to Ms. Terry Lynn Prioleau
Services Entrusted To:
Reflecting the Life
of
Mr. Rolando Teophilos Howell, Sr.
Mr. Rolando Teophilos Howell, Sr. was born on April 29, 1982, in Columbia, South
Carolina. He was the youngest son of David and Deborah Scott Howell. He was
called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 29, 2016.
Rolando accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior. He was baptized at
an early age and became a member of St. James Baptist Church, Hopkins, South
Carolina.
He received his early education at Hopkins Elementary and Middle Schools and
was a graduate of Lower Richland High School, Class of 2000. He continued his
education at the University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, earning
his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Rolando began playing basketball as a kid at Caughman Road Park and continued
playing under the tutelage of Coach Carl Williams at Lower Richland High School.
During his exemplary career, he earned McDonald’s All-American honors and a
host of other awards. His basketball skills became more defined while playing for
the University of South Carolina Gamecocks for four (4) years (2001-2004), under
the leadership of Coaches Eddie Fogler and Dave Odom. Rolando’s talents allowed
him to play professionally overseas for twelve (12) years.
He was well-known and loved by many. He enjoyed spending time with family and
friends and lived life to the fullest. He loved traveling and new experiences.
Rolando was a loving husband, son, brother, father, uncle, nephew, and friend. His
life and legacy has left an imprint and, he will be remembered by all.
Mr. Rolando Teophilos Howell, Sr. leaves to cherish his precious memory: his wife,
Reanna Olszewski Howell; son, Rolando T. “RJ” Howell, Jr., of West Columbia,
SC; his parents, David and Deborah Scott Howell, of Hopkins, SC; mother-in-law,
Brenda Olszewski, of Blythewood, SC; two brothers, David A. (Dejena) Howell, of
Wylie, TX and Ivan (Shondreya) Howell, of Lawrenceville, GA; four nephews,
Jalen, Jaheim, Ivan Jamir, and Davian; four nieces, Imani, Nyla, Jenasis, and Jueles;
a host of uncles, aunts, great-uncles, great-aunts, cousins, other loving relatives and
friends, all of whom will miss him dearly.
Remember Me
Remember me with smiles not tears,
For all the joy through all the years.
Recall the closeness that was ours,
A love as “sweet” as fragrant flowers.
Don’t dwell on thoughts that cause you pain,
We’ll see each other once again.
I am at peace …try to believe,
It was my time…I had to leave.
But “what a view” I have from here,
I see your face, I feel you near,
I follow you throughout the day,
You’re not alone along the way.
And when God calls you..you will be,
Right by my side..right here with me.
Till then, I’ll wait by Heaven’s door,
We’ll be united…evermore!
Memories
Order of Service
Bishop Theodore Myers, Presiding
Prelude………………………………………………………………………..Mr. Roger McBeth
Processional
Viewing……………………………………………………………………..…..Funeral Directors
Opening Hymn…………………………………………………………….…Mr. Reginald Lloyd
Old Testament………………………………………………….……………..Reverend John Hall
New Testament…………………………………………….…………..Reverend Stanley Ladson
Prayer…………………………………………………………………..Reverend Stanley Ladson
Musical Selection………………...………………Ms. Kimberly Sumter and Mr. Marcus Sumter
Reflections……………….….Coach Carl Williams, Former Lower Richland High School Basketball Coach
Coach Eddie Fogler, Former U.S.C. Basketball Coach
Coach David Odom, Former U.S.C. Basketball Coach
Colonel Terrance Garrick, Retired
Dr. Chris Leevy Johnson, Former Professor and Advisor
Acknowledgements……………………………………………………………..Ms. Laketa Dike’
Solo……………………………………………………………………..…Mrs. Kimberly Sumter
Words of Comfort……………………………..…………………Reverend Dr. James Abrams, Jr.
Recessional……………………………………………………………….……Mr. Roger McBeth
Postlude
Committal, Benediction and Interment
St. James Baptist Church Cemetery
1131 Blue Johnson Road
Hopkins, South Carolina
Memories
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