Von Dean Jeffery

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First Baptist Church
King Avenue
Mountain View, AR  72560
Sunday, October 25, 2009
6 - 8 p.m.
Service Schedule
Visitation
First Baptist Church
King Avenue
Mountain View, AR  72560
Monday, October 26, 2009
12noon - 2:30 p.m.


Funeral Service
Von Dean Jeffery Gymnasium
Mtn.View School Complex
Mtn. View, AR  72560
Monday, October 26, 2009
4 p.m.
Cemetery
Flatwoods Cemetery
Highway 14 East
Mountain View, AR  72560
Memorial Contributions
First Baptist Church
King Avenue
P.O. Box 27
Mountain View, AR  72560


Stone County Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Bxo 356
Mountain View, AR  72560
Von Dean Jeffery

of Mountain View, AR

December 14, 1935 - October 23, 2009

Von Dean Jeffery, 73, of Mtn. View entered into rest on October 23, 2009 at UAMS Medical Center in Little Rock, of a rare disease, Amyloidosis.

Von Dean was born December 14, 1935 in Magness, Ark. to Ray Milton and Gertha (Copeland) Jeffery.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church and a retired Mtn. View Coach and teacher.

Jeffery's career began in 1957, after he graduated from Bethel College in McKenzie, Tennessee, with a degree in physical education and social studies. He lettered in baseball for four years while at the college.

He was hired at Mtn. View, where he coached the school's only sports basketball and baseball-for 10 years. He then coached girls' basketball for another nine years. Jeffery spent at least 25 years coaching or assisting with at least one sport. In addition, he served for 36 years as Athletic Director.

Coaching is the profession of choice in Jeffery's family. Both his brothers, Harold and Howard, are former coaches who live in Calico Rock.

During a 25 year span of coaching, during which he compiled a 930/364 ratio of wins/losses in basketball. Under his leadership, Mtn. View's senior girls won the county tournament 19 years in a row.

Robbie, his wife, was one of six players who achieved the title of All-State during his years of coaching.

Eight players participated in All-Star games in the years after that program was initiated in 1970.

Along with the string of County Tournament championships, Jeffery's record of accomplishments includes one boys district championship, seven girls district championships, three District Coach of Year awards, All-Star Girls Coach in 1976, and three state semi-finals appearances.

More than 100 trophies were added to the trophy cases during his tenure.

He taught American History for 17 years and Driver's Education for 30 years.

In 1999, Von Dean Jeffery was honored as Distinguished Citizen by the MountainView Area Chamber of Commerce. Jeffery was a member of the Arkansas Retired Teachers Association. He received the Community Service Award from Blue Mountain Lodge #202 in 1992. He has been a member of the Mtn. View Lion's Club, a charter member of Stone County Jaycees and they were responsible for the building of the ball diamonds, Stone County Athletic Club, Arkansas High School Coaches Association, and Arkansas High School Officials Association. He was also on the board of directors for White River Area Agency on Aging. Aside from the Folk Festival Parade, he was often called upon to utilize his clear speaking voice in school and community activities such as Stone County Fair Pageants, and school track and football games. He was the ''Voice of the Yellowjackets'' He assisted with the radio broadcast of Mtn. View basketball games in the district, regional and state tournaments on KFFB radio. He also volunteered time at the Chamber of Commerce office and with special events such as Bean Fest. In 2009, the Chamber of Commerce established a Community Volunteer Award in his name.

Recently, the Mtn. View High School gymnasium was renamed in his honor.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Robbie Johnson Jeffery, daughter, Janet Lynn Jeffery of N. Little Rock; brothers Harold and Howard Jeffery both of Calico Rock; his 'adopted family' Jackie Ditto, Will and Lane Phillips; his special pet Shiloh, his domino parlor buddies and his hunting buddies and host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Hale Jeffery and sister Georgia Russell.

Visitation is 6 8 p.m., Sunday October 25, 2009 and 12 noon 2:30 p.m., Monday, October 26, 2009 both at the First Baptist Church, Mtn. View.

Funeral service and Memorial Celebration is 4 p.m., Monday, October 26, 2009 at the Von Dean Jeffery Gymnasium at the Mtn. View School Complex with Sermon: Bro. Mark Massey (whom he thought of as a son), Obituary: Bro. Ray Brown and Reminiscences: Bro. Daryl Pitts with interment in Flatwoods Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Fred Ward, Ronnie Risner, Eddie Cowell, Jim McCarn, Ron Willis, Jim Hinkle, Charlie Webb, Ralph Hunter, Kenny Wyatt and Benny Risner. Honorary pallbearers are former players and students.

Family requests memorials in honor of Von Dean Jeffery to:

First Baptist Church
P.O. Box 27
Mtn. View, AR 72560 or

Stone County Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 356
Mountain View, AR 72560

Roller Crouch Funeral Home, Mtn. View is in charge of the arrangements.


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35 Condolence(s)
Charlene Aumiller
St. Joseph, IL
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Wednesday, December 23, 2009

We will miss you lots Von Dean Jeffrey. Love Charlene

Grant Merrill
Fayetteville, AR
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Thursday, November 12, 2009

Coach Jeffery helped me with the district and regional tournament broadcasts on KFFB 106.1 for the four or five years that I did the play-by-play. I really loved and respected him as such a class act.

When we would do the games, it seemed like every time we took a break or had a time that we weren't on the air, there was a line of people that wanted to talk to him or visit. He was so passionate about Mountain View sports and the kids that played there. I don't have to explain to anyone what an absolute treasure he was in Mt. View and just Arkansas High School sports in general.

It will certainly not be the same without him. I wish so much that I had gotten to visit with him over the last few years. I will always treasure his friendship and the time I got to spend with him.

Grant Merrill

Karen Kooney
Mountain View, AR
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Robbie and Janet, I think of you every day and still pray for strength------I miss you Coach !!!!

Karen Thompson Francis
Conw, AR
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

To Janet & Robbine,

My heart goes out to you both during this difficult time of grief. I remember Von Dean fondly; he treated all of Janet's "Conway Family" like his own. You all were there for me when I lost my own Daddy in '85 and I so appreciate that and will never forget your kindness. I love you both and am praying that God will comfort you. We will all see our loved ones again one day, Praise God for that.

Love,
Karen Thompson Francis

Glenn Carrell
DeValls Bluff, AR
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

May the Lord be with your family in this time of sorrow.

Joann Farmer Montgomery
Elizabeth, AR
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Saturday, October 31, 2009

I am very sorry to learn of Von Dean's death.
I extend my sincere sympathy to all of the
Jeffery family.

Betty Ruth Muzzy Lumbley '48
Beaumont, TX
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

We have lost a fine man and good friend. He will be missed.

Marsha Reagan and family
North Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Robbie and Janet, I am so sorry to hear about Von Dean. He was great man, our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Marsha, Betty, and Debbie.

David Shipman
Jonesboro, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember looking foward to my turn in the drivers ed car so that we could look for deer and hear his stories. Coach Jeffery touched so many lives and we are all better for knowing him.

orvil sutton
, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

a great coach

Nancy Zomaya and family
North Little Rock, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

Janet anf family - I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. Just be comforted in the fact that he is no longer in pain and suffering, and is in a better place. Just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you .

Peggy Trammell
Timbo, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

Robbie and Janet, I know how hard this is for the both of you. Von Dean was a wonderful person and he touched so many lives. Everyone will always remember his bright smile and positive attitude. Love you both, Peggy Trammell and family

Tommy & Cindy McCuin
North Little Rock, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

Robbie & Janet,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. He was a good...good person and a great father. Both of you are in our thoughts.
Tommy & Cindy McCuin
North Little Rock

Becky Tackett Griffis
Concord, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

So sorry to hear about your passing. You will be missed. My prayers for Janet and Robbie.

Shirley Melton Bradshaw
Sherwood, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

So sorry to hear of your loss....you are in my thoughts and prayer.

Pam Smith
Mountain View, AR
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Monday, October 26, 2009

Robbie, Janet, and Jackie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pam

Phyllis Inglis
North Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Janet and Miss Robbie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Take comfort in the fact you will be reunited with him one day, and that he is free of the illness and pain that had taken over his body. Love you!!

Brad Partee
Jonesboro, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Robbie and Janet, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Coach Jeffery from history classes and of course drivers ed. He was so fun to be around and will be missed by so many people!!

cindy jackson & gil franklin
north little rock, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

our thoughts and prayers are with the janet and robbie. we love you janet!!!!

Jerry & Vera Byrd
Batesville, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Robbie & Janet,

So sorry to hear of Von Dean's death. He was a great man, a fantastic coach & teacher and had a zest for life. He gave this illness the good ole college try, but now he has rest. He has touched many lives and made a great impact on Stone County and surrounding areas.

Our prayers are with you in this time of your loss.

Jerry Byrd
Vera (Allen) Byrd Class of '66

Brenda (Burns) Beach
Huntington Beach, CA
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about Coach Jeffrey. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Coach Jeffrey was a very special person and I am glad to have been one of his students.

Carla Masters
Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Robbie and Janet, I am so sorry for your loss. I know Von Dean was a super guy. I am so glad that I got to see him in the hospital for the last two weeks. Just last Sunday night, he looked at me in the ICU doorway of his room and raised his hand to wave at me. He will surely be missed by all who knew and loved him. I know he is now rejoicing in heaven with his Savior and that we can all look forward to seeing him again one day. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Pat Teague Pierce
Maumelle, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about Von Dean. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Calico Rock Class of "53
Calico Rock, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

The Calico Rock Class of 1953 wishes to express our prayers and sympathy to Robbie, Janet, and the Jeffery family. Von Dean was the driving force and underlying strength of our class. He made our motto: "All for One, One for All" a reality. Best of all, he made it fun. We will truly miss our dear old friend.

Bill Wagley, Jr.
Cabot, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Jeffery family. I was so saddened to hear of Von Dean's passing.

Stan & Sandy Ackerman
Bryant, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Von Dean was an excellent educator who instilled self confidence in students as well as served as a role model. He never forgot his students and was always eager to visit with them. Von Dean would check on Stan's parents and offered to help them in any way possible. Although he will be missed, he is now having the time of his life.

Darius Stubbs
El Dorado, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Von Dean will always be remembered by our family for the wonderful assistance and care given to our father, Doyle Stubbs. God has wecomed you home.

Gwen Lancaster Ring
Batesville, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Sorry to here of your loss. He was my History teacher and sponsor in 1977. He was a nice man and good teacher.

RP and Karen Tinkle
Mountain View, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Mountain View has lost a dear friend. Our sympathy and prayers are with the family.

Dot Peel
Russellville, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

I was so saddened to hear of Von Dean's passing. The Jeffery family was a family who showed love to Jim Peel and me when we were young teachers in Calico in the early 50's. I know he will be sorely missed because of his Christian spirit and involvement in the community, My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Jeffery family.

Dot Peel & Dede Peel Wilson

Geraldine Hopper Crosson
Sweeny, TX
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Buddy Jones
Bryant, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Von Dean. My
condolences go out to the Jeffery family.

kathy cavender
mountain view, AR
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

robbie and janet, coach was such a great person. you're in my prayers. your great lost is heaven's greater gain.

Bob Connell
, AR
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Saturday, October 24, 2009

We at KFFB 106.1 FM have lost a dear friend and a great broadcaster, as well as a model citizen. I always knew when I tuned into a game and Mountain View's team was going to win, Von Dean would say, "It looks like the Fat women is about to sing!" or at Folkfest he would say, "It never rains on our parade" Robbie our prayers go out to you and your family.
Bob and Pam Connell and the Staff of KFFB

Orbin Barnes
Greenbrier, AR
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Saturday, October 24, 2009

Sorry to here of your loss, I played ball under him when he was Coach and athletic director he was a fine man and he will be greatly missed.
Orbin Barnes