Paula Howard
Paula Howard passed away suddenly on Oct. 26, 2025, at her home in Watford City, N.D.
Paula was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Paula loved her family. She was always good for a smile or a laugh and always had a nice compliment to share. Her family was the most important part of Paula’s life; she was always proud of all of them.
Paula was born to Paul and Elvira Beckwith on April 10, 1958, in Red Bluff, Calif. She attended school in Red Bluff, graduating in 1976. After graduating, she went to work in the community, working with the local farmers. Later she went to work at Cal Fire, where she stayed until she retired. Pula moved to Wenatchee, Wash., in 2005. Paula married Gary Howard in 2008, living in East Wenatchee until 2013 when Gary was offered a job in Watford City, N.D., in the oil industry.
She will be missed by her family, friends, and everyone that knew her.
Paula is survived by her husband, Gary Howard; children, Thomas, William, and Gabriella; grandchildren; Nehemiah Robinson, Kellen Olsen, and Willow Olsen.
On behalf of Paula, special thanks to the Watford City police department, McKenzie County Sheriff’s Department, and the entire staff at McKenzie County Hospital.