Martina (Tina) Fountain Howe, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on May 1, 2023, at the age of 97. She passed peacefully in her home in Bethesda Maryland.

Tina was born on August 19, 1925 in Savannah Georgia to her parents Noah and Ada Fountain. She grew up with her four sisters and two brothers , where she developed a strong sense of family values and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life. Tina was known for her witty independent spirit, warm smile, and unwavering optimism that touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

In the late 1940s, Tina married her beloved husband Louis W. Howe. Tragically, in 1951, Louis was killed in action during the Korean War, leaving Tina to raise their three children, twins Louis and Anne and newborn Mary, as a single mother. Despite the hardships she faced, Tina's strength and resilience shone through as she worked tirelessly as a public school teacher to provide for her family. Lovingly referred to as "General Howe" by her students, she taught chemistry at Bethesda Chevy Chase High School for nearly three decades.

Tina had an adventurous spirit, a passion for travel and a continuous pursuit of knowledge. She loved exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and making lasting memories along the way. Tina embraced every opportunity to broaden her horizons and connect with people from all walks of life.

Aside from her family and travels, Tina was an active member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Bethesda. She dedicated her time and energy to various charitable organizations, always lending a helping hand to those in need.

Tina was preceded in death by her husband Louis Howe, her daughter Marti (Mary) Peckham, her son Louis Howe and five of her six siblings. She is survived by her youngest brother John Fountain; daughter Anne Howe; granddaughter Rachael Peckham; and grandsons Jason Peckham, Ryan Peckham, Shane Howe, and Lucas Howe. She will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her surviving family and friends. Her memory will be cherished, and her spirit will live on in the hearts of all those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Tina will be buried at West Point Cemetery, next to her husband, Louis. May her soul find eternal peace, and may her legacy inspire us to embrace life with the same love and zest for adventure that she embodied.