of Harrison, AR
September 21, 1934 - July 15, 2018
Helen Speer, age 83, of Harrison, went to meet her Heavenly Father Sunday, July 15, 2018, at Hillcrest Home in Harrison. She was born September 21, 1934, in Harrison, the daughter of Si and Ora (White) Speak. Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Juanita Speak of Tulsa, Oklahoma; her sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Phillip Willoughby of Harrison; and her brother-in-law, Donnie Robinson, of Harrison.
Helen married Bill L. Speer August 19, 1957. They enjoyed over 60 years of life together. The light of their lives are their sons and their families. Helen enjoyed a lifetime of achievement beginning at Montgomery Ward Credit Department. She and Bill later purchased the Credit Bureau of Mountain Home and the Credit Bureau of Harrison of which she owned and managed for 35 years. She was elected the Circuit Clerk of Boone County, where she served for 15 years.
Helen is survived by her husband, Bill Speer, of the home; her sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Terri Speer, Jr. of Fayetteville, Arkansas and Greg and Diane Speer of Allen, Texas; her grandchildren, Hilary and Diego Chavez, Jessica Gunter, and Dezerra Gunter; her sister and brother-in-law, Frankie and Bob Henson of Harrison; a host of nieces and nephews that loved her very much.
Funeral service was 11:00AM, Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Bro. Freddie Blevins officiating.
Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Bill Speer, Jr., Greg Speer, Jeff Robinson, Ed Robinson, Tyler Robinson, Brandon Robinson and Diego Chavez.
Honorary pallbearers were Jeff Davis, Bob Henson, Trenton Robinson and the staff at Hillcrest Nursing Home.
A special thank you to Joyce Keymer, Helen's caregiver and friend.
Bill and family,
Saddened to hear of Helen's passing. Remembering her spirit and zest for life. Please accept my deepeest sympathies, may God comfort you as you grieve as only He can.
Sincerely,
Lu Tate Leach
Vonda and Willie Tate's daughter
My love and prayers are with your family. I wish I had known about Helen's passing in time to come to the service. I have Helen to thank for my long career in the circuit clerk's office. She was a jewel and I will always be grateful for knowing her.
My love and prayers are with your family. I wish I had known about Helen's passing in time to come to the service. I have Helen to thank for my long career in the circuit clerk's office. She was a jewel and I will always be grateful for knowing her.
My deepest condolences for you and your family.
Praying for you today. Vicki, daughter of Wanda Lee Erwin Harris
We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Helen's warm smile, her generosity and hospitality. She was a wonderful woman and a treasured wife and mother. We will be thinking of the family during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers for all you .
So sorry for you loss, prayers and hugs to the family.
My Love and Prayers are with Bill and all the family.
Helen was a very special friend. She loved her family, especially her granddaughter. She will be missed.
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Rest in peace.