of Jonesboro, AR
October 10, 1928 - June 5, 2016
Laura Jean McClish, 87, of Jonesboro, passed away June 5, 2016 at Craighead County Nursing Center. She was born October 10, 1928 to Charlie and Gladys Hoskins in Monette, Arkansas. She was baptized in the Baptist Church and was a graduate of Monette High School. She married Allen McClish in 1950, then spent her entire life as the most wonderful and caring wife, mother and grandmother imaginable, always putting others first.
Jean is survived by her husband Allen, of 65 years: daughters, Lana (Bill) Hilgeford and Allecia (Tim) Tribble: grandchildren, Robert (Courtney) Hilgeford, Laura (Josh) Elliott and Jackson (Chelsea) Troxel and 2, almost 3, great grandchildren.
Graveside service and burial will be Tuesday, June 7, at 2:00pm at Nettleton Cemetery in Jonesboro under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Tribble officiating.
Donations may be made to Donation Processing, The Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Jonesboro
Allen, Lana, Allecia, and families,
I was sorry to read about Laura's passing. I have a lot of fond memories of her at various family events throughout my growing up years. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lana & Allicia,
Sorry we can't be there to share both happy and sad reflections with you, but we're hoping you both can feel the peace your mother has now found and take comfort in the good times you enjoyed with her.
Love, Ted & Lila
Allen, I'm so sorry for your loss of Jean. I know that she has struggled so long and hard for many years. I know that she is at peace now and can finally rest. I hope that in time things will be better and easier for you. Please feel free to contact me anytime. Your in my thoughts. (870)926-3285.
We love you Mama