Howard “Dowe” Scott, Jr., 18, of Peoria, passed away at 12:44 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2008 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

     Howard was born on August 12, 1989 in Peoria, a son of Howard Scott, Sr. and Stephanie Watkins. They survive.

     Howard is also survived by his brothers, Zebedee Watkins, Zachary Watkins, Joshua Watkins and Howard Scott III, all of Peoria; sisters, Ashley Watkins and Destiny Watkins, both of Peoria; paternal grandmother, Comelia Scott of Peoria; and maternal grandmother, Sylvia Watkins of Peoria.

     His paternal grandfather, Eddie Scott and his uncle, Eddie Scott, Jr, preceded him in death.

     Howard was a junior at Richwoods High School in Peoria.

     He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing video games and basketball. He also enjoyed listening to music, rap, Rhythm and Blues and dancing. His favorite artist was Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and his favorite song was “Crossroads”.

     He enjoyed spending time with his friends: Brandon Douglas, Quintez Johnson and Cody Flora. He loved games, going to the movies, going to the mall, clothing and watching basketball. The L.A. Lakers and Kobe Bryant were his favorites.

     Howard was a true ladies-man and all of the girls went crazy over him He was very funny, outgoing and positive. Family was very important to him and he was a great brother to his siblings. Howard always kept his friends and family laughing all of the time. He always had a smile on his face and made sure that he made you smile.

     Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2008, at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, 1211 South Blaine, in Peoria. Howard’s uncle, the Reverend Perry Booth, will officiate the services. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church. Interment will be at Mt. Hawley Cemetery in Peoria.

     Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clary Funeral Home in Peoria, with the Rev. Trent L. Williams, Funeral Assistant.