Peaches,
If you are still looking on these message boards, my name is Patty. I'm doing the same thing. My mother is Kathy, daughter of Hermon Lloyd Howton brother to your dad Raymond. I have been working on the Howton/Hilburn/Jenkins family tree and would love to trade info with you! I think I'm friends with your sister ellen? Sorry to hear of your moms passing.
okpattywells@gmail.com