04/24/2026
We are proud to honor our 9th Annual Raise the Roof recipient, Mrs. Sara Linda Howard.
A cherished member of the Williamsburg community, Mrs. Howard is part of the Ashby-Jimmerson-Howard blended family, known for their deep-rooted commitment to service. A past NAACP president and devoted member of Historic First Baptist Church, she has spent her life loving God and serving others. She is also actively involved with the Daughters of Elks, Colonial Temple #380, continuing to pour into her community in countless ways.
Mrs. Howard’s story is one of incredible strength and unwavering faith. After the loss of her husband, Kirby Howard, in 2019, she faced unimaginable heartbreak in 2020 with the passing of her two daughters, Robyn Ashby and Sherri Ashby, just days apart. Through it all, she has remained a pillar of love, resilience, and compassion, continuing to serve, uplift, and inspire those around her.
Surrounded by her family and friends, Mrs. Howard’s legacy of faith and service is a true reflection of what it means to raise the RAISE THE ROOF and RAISE THE COMMUNITY.
Thank you, Mrs. Howard, for the light you bring to so many 💙