Esther Mae Cothran

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Visitation
Harmony Assembly of God Church
Greasy Valley Road
Paris, AR  72855
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
1:00-2:00 P.M.
Service Schedule
Harmony Assembly of God Church
Greasy Valley Rd.
Paris, AR  72855
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
2:00 P.M.
Cemetery
Moore Cemetery
Greasy Valley Road
Paris, AR  72855
Esther Mae Cothran

of Paris, AR

July 26, 1924 - August 27, 2017

Esther Mae (Redding) Whitson Cothran, 93 of Paris went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 27, 2017. She was born on July 26, 1924 to John Horace and Susie Bell (Christy) Redding.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Horace and Susie Redding; brother Arvel Redding; sisters Hazel Robberson and Roberta Robberson; husband of 36 years, James E. Whitson Sr., husband of 28 years, Silas Cothran; baby daughter Jimmie Lee Whitson; grandson Jay Cotton; and stepson Ronnie Cothran.

She is survived by three sisters; Erma Wiggins, Catherine Henson and Geneva Morton; two daughters Sharon Reed and husband Donnie, and Sandra Cotton; one son Jim Whitson and wife Patti; two stepdaughters Mary Sue Underwood and Glenda Dobson; one stepson Lonnie Cothran and wife Janelle; 11 grandchildren Tammy Tanner, Don Reed, Debbie Corrado, Kristi Davidson, Casey Cotton, Marty Cotton, Rhonda Wilcox, Jessica Chance, Kecia Boswell, Shane Cotton, Kailey Whitson; 13 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

She experienced the joy of a large family. As a young girl of the Great Depression, she knew the value of hard work and attended the little County School in the valley her first year of school before transferring to Paris schools. As a child she attended Harmony Assembly of God, the church her parents help found.

She was a faithful member of First Assembly of God in Paris for over 65 years and served in several different ministries.

She was a wonderful mother and ''Memaw'' to her family and a close friend to many. Guests were always welcome in her home and large family gatherings were common. She loved her children, grandchildren and all the greats. She talked to them about the goodness of the Lord and was always willing to help them in any way she could.

Visitation will be held at the Harmony Assembly of God Church, 1324 Greasy Valley Road south of Paris at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, August 29, 2017. The service will follow at 2:00 pm at the church. Burial to follow in Moore Cemetery in the valley.

Memorials may be made to Harmony Assembly of God Building Fund, Harmony A/G, P.O. Box 454, Paris, AR 72855.

Pallbearers will be Leon Wiggins, Marvin Wiggins, Steve Robberson, Larry Robberson, David Robberson and Doug Morton.

Services are entrusted to Roller Funeral Home in Paris. Online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris

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10 Condolence(s)
DW
Cordova, TN
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Thursday, August 31, 2017

So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at 2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" ( 3) Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, (4 ) who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God

Bernice Wiggins Davis
Waxahachie,
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Wednesday, August 30, 2017

This sweet Aunt will be missed greatly. She was always apart of our family functions. We've missed the ability to have her at our gatherings the past several months. Mom has lost her life buddy as they were almost inseparable. But we have hope of a grand reunion one day in Heaven. Kiddos, Grands...you can bank on us being there for you; just yell. Loved the celebration serviced. Love y'all!!!

Eddie and Rhonda Eckart
Batesville, AR
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Wednesday, August 30, 2017

"When they arrive at the gates of death, God welcomes those who love Him" (Psalm 116:15). So very sorry to hear about your Mom. She was always so sweet and friendly when we saw her at church in Batesville. May God cover you all with His peace and comfort during these difficult days.

Shirley Rhinehart
Paris,
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Tuesday, August 29, 2017

My prayers & thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Mickey Oates
New Blaine, AR
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Tuesday, August 29, 2017

So sorry to hear of your loss. Such a sweet lady. You have such a long legacy to live by! Treasure your memories. God Bless.

Mickey & Rob Oates

Cheryl Trusty VanLandingham
Paris, AR
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Monday, August 28, 2017

So sorry to hear of Ms. Esther"s passing. Main street hasn't been the same since she left. Have a lot of memories of playing across the street in her "big" tree that sat on the side of the road. Back in the day that was the gathering place for us neighborhood kids. May she rest in peace with all her love ones that have gone on before her.

Jordanne Berry Garlin
Paris, AR
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Monday, August 28, 2017

I was very sad to hear of Mrs. Esther passing away. My whole childhood was spent running around in her backyard. I have nothing but good memories of her and Silas. They treated me as if I was one of their own grandchildren. I bugged them so much but they always had time for me! Such an amazing lady who loved Jesus so much. She did not even have to say it. Jesus radiated through her. I know she will be amongst the welcome committee when I make through the gates of pearl. Love you my dear sweet neighbor lady!!

DW
Cordova, TN
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Monday, August 28, 2017

So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at 2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" ( 3) Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, (4 ) who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God

Ron & Mary John Rogers
Bentonville,
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Sunday, August 27, 2017

Such a sweet lady. Finally at home with her Lord. Always had a smile on her face.

Billy Vickers
Centerton,
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Sunday, August 27, 2017

Jim and Family, I'm so sorry for the time you will be separated from your dear sweet mother. I will never forget the visit Kay and I had in her home with you and Patti. She made us feel as family as well as the times we saw her in Batesville. Heaven gained an angel! Our love, thoughts and prayers