Rachelle Lynn Tankersley

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Roller-Daniel Funeral Home
411 E. Race Ave.
Searcy, AR  72143
Friday, June 20, 2008
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Service Schedule
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home Chapel
411 E. Race Ave.
Searcy, AR  72143
Saturday, June 21, 2008
10:00 a.m.
Cemetery
White County Memorial Gardens
3306 E. Park Ave.
Searcy, AR  72143
Memorial Contributions
Gracepoint Freewill Baptist Church
Cabot, AR  72023


American Cancer Society
Little Rock, AR  
Rachelle Lynn Tankersley

of Cabot, AR

May 7, 1977 - June 17, 2008

Rachelle Lynn Kaplon Tankersley, age 31 of Cabot, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2008 in Little Rock. She was born May 7, 1977 in Searcy, Arkansas to Frank and Melody Kaplon. She is survived by her husband, Richard; her Mom and Dad; two brothers, Carl Kaplon and Blake Kaplon of Cabot, Arkansas; grandmother, Reameth Haney of Searcy, Arkansas and numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her Maternal Grandfather, Ollie Haney and her Paternal Grandparents, Carl and Constance Kaplon.

Rachelle graduated from Hinds Community College in Jackson, Mississippi. Her friendly and outgoing personality were her greatest assets while working in the Human Resources department of Maverick Transportation. Her family meant everything to her and she loved to be with them whether shopping or on vacation.

The family requests that memorials be made to Gracepoint Freewill Baptist Church in Cabot or the American Cancer Society. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 21, 2008 in the chapel of Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy with interment following at White County Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Friday, June 20, 2008 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy.

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59 Condolence(s)
Christey Reel Cooper
Byram, MS
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Sunday, July 20, 2008

Rachelle was a very good friend of mine. I loved her dearly. She always made me laugh and always lifted me up when I was down. She was always smiling and having fun. I will never forget her. God has someone very special in heaven. To the family, my warmest thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you. Love always

Christey Reel Cooper
Byram, MS
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Sunday, July 20, 2008

Rachelle was a very good friend of mine. I loved her dearly. She always made me laugh and always lifted me up when I was down. She was always smiling and having fun. I will never forget her. God has someone very special in heaven. To the family, my warmest thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you. Love always

Becky Duhon
Cabot, AR
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Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Frank and Melody...my heart breaks for you and your family...i didnt know Rachelle but had the opportunity to work with Frank and know that she was so loved ...please know that you are in my prayers.

Julie Wilson
Bradoford, AR
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Sunday, June 29, 2008

I worked with Rachelle at Armstrong and she was always smiling and cutting up which made work a nicer place to be. She often spoke of her family with love and laughter. I am sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you.

Vanessa Busby King
Byram, MS
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Friday, June 27, 2008

Dear Ricky, Ms Melody and family, I loved Rachelle so dearly. She was a great friend and an awesome basketball player. I have so many memories of her and when we were in school. We had a blast. I just wish it could have lasted a while longer. I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with all of you during this time of healing. Love, Vanessa Busby King Byram, Ms

Garry E. Williams
Searcy,, AR
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Thursday, June 26, 2008

Judy and I were so saddened to hear of the loss of Rachelle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you the family at this time. Reameth, please know that you and your entire family are loved and appreciated very much by us.

Courtney Farr Rhyne
Byram, MS
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Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Rachelle has been a good friend of mine since high school. She was a very special and sweet person to everyone. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

Wanda McAllister
Byram, MS
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Monday, June 23, 2008

My heart goes out to all of you for this loss. I know God has wonderful things in store for Rachelle. I will be thinking of all of you. We love ya'll Wanda, Tom, Cassie, Michelle, and J.J. Mcallister

Ann Hilton
Lonoke, AR
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Monday, June 23, 2008

To Ricky and all of Rachelle's family It's hard to begin to tell you how much Rachelle touched my life. She always showed her faith, her joy and her happiness.. Rachelle had strength that only the Lord could give her. She was truly one of His lights in this world. Ricky, I know how much she loved you and how happy you made her.. To her mom, Dad and Brothers, whenever she spoke of you all, I could see the love she had for all of you. No matter what.. Rachelle , always loved, always smiled. If only we had that gift.. She was very dear to me, and always will be.. I loved her as if she were my own. I'm praying for God to give you pleasant dreams about Rachelle, for Him to give you comfort and to meet all your needs.. Love Ann

Nikki Case Bullock
Murfreesboro, TN
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Sunday, June 22, 2008

I went to high school with Rachelle. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Deborah Box & family
Lucedale, MS
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Sunday, June 22, 2008

Our prayers are sent to God from our family to receive Rachael with much glory. We ask God to shine his love and compassion upon her family membersWe ask him to keep all safe on the road to return to their home. We dearly hold Michelle and Ashley Rayborn close to our heart and pray for their safe return..

Candy Whitehead
jackson, MS
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Saturday, June 21, 2008

You are all in my prayers

Miranda Collins
Marianna, FL
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Saturday, June 21, 2008

We'll miss you.

Roxanne Stegall
Wesson, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

God Bless you through this troubling time. You and your family will be in my prayers. So sorry for your great loss. She was such a beautiful girl. Times will be trying at times, but just remember the Lord up above and He will give you strength. Phillipians 4:13 says, "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." Be strong and know you have great family members to lean on... Shane, Michelle, and Ashley. I have heard so many great things about you and Rachelle. God Bless You.

DONNA S. JONES
GlenAllen, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

Dear Rickey and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We Love you all !!! God's Peace, Donna,Lowell Jones & Jay,Jr.

Becky, Jennifer, and Joey
byram, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We remember Rachelle to be a very sweet and kind girl. We were neighbors with the Kaplons in Brookleigh Hills, Byram, Mississippi. We will be praying for each of you.

Tiffany Senavinin (Galchus)
Little Rock, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

Rachelle was such an inspiration to me and everyone that I told her story. She was a wonderful person and I feel blessed to have worked with her and shared a part of my life with her. She was always full of love and especially for her family. I am really going to miss her...

Mandy Douglas
, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

I will be praying for you and your family!!!

Troy and Julie Holt
Cabot, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

What an amazing gift we recieved in Rachelle. Her beautiful smile, caring words, and love. We only knew her for the last year but she gave us so much through her friendship. She was the person you knew as soon as you met her you would never again meet anyone like that. Her faith, courage and strength were so deep and what a smile!! We love you all and our prayers are with you.

ashley rayborn
wesson, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

Ricky i love you so much.I am so happy that Rachelle is much more happier and in a better place with no pain.But i will always miss her and love her like u will too.But i am always going to be here for you and i am praying everday for you still.Bye Ricky i love you so much!!

Angela (Jackson) Britt
Byram, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

Ricky, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Rachelle. I can't even imagine how difficult this must be for you and her family. When I think back of all the times of being around Rachelle, she ALWAYS had a smile on her face and I only have memories of good times and laughter (LOTS of laughs)!! I never once came across one person that ever had anything negative to say about her. I know Rachelle was not only your wife but your best friend and you will miss her greatly. I encourage you to draw on your inner strength and the strength of your surrounding family and friends at this time, for Rachelle is in a better place now. Rachelle will forever be in our hearts and she has left behind many lasting memories. You and those who were dear to Rachelle are in my thoughts and prayers and I am wishing you God's peace.

Sharon Joslin
Redfield, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

My prayers are with your family, my hope is that our Heavenly Father will comfort you and your family in your time of loss. I knew of Rachelle thru David My Thoughts and Prayers are with you Sharon Joslin

Nikki Price
Jayess, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

I am a friend of Shane, Michelle, and Ashley Rayborn. My prayers are with each of you during this very difficult time.

Susan Hindman
Colorado Springs, CO
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Friday, June 20, 2008

Rick, what you and Rachelle and the whole family have been through has just broken my heart. I only met Rachelle a few times, but the two of you have been like one name to me for 10 years. She was your "other half" for so long. And I ache for her parents who have lost their daughter; that is an unimaginable sorrow. I wish the whole family peace and comfort and healing at this very difficult time.

Charitie (Martin) Meacham
Clinton, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Rachelle. I went to school with her. I know Ricky as well. Both are such wonderful people and they are so much fun to be around. I saw both of them last at our high school reunion in 2005 and you could tell how happy she was with her life. It doesn't seem far we should have to face something like this.. I wish I could make it to the services. You are all in my prayers.

Glenda Norris
Cabot, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

Blake - I am so sorry about the loss of your sister. I am praying for God to comfort and strengthen you and your family during this time and the days ahead.

Jessica Shannon
Wesson, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Rachelle Tankersley's family and friends at this time. I pray for your strength in the Lord as you go on in memory of your loved one, Rachelle.

Christy Moudy
Morton, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

I just wanted to leave my deepest sympathy to Rachelle's family. Also, I wanted Ricky to know that my prayers are with him. We don't always understand why things happen like this but remember God has a plan for everything and everyone.

Nan Smith
Wesson, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

God now has one more angel with him in heaven. May God be close to your family in their time of sadness.

Crysti Twiner
Wesson, MS
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Friday, June 20, 2008

My sincerest and deepest condolences to your family during this time of bereavement. May God comfort you and be with you while you say goodbye to Rachelle. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Mendenhall
Searcy, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

To Melody and her family - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family - Sincerely, Melissa Mendenhall (Dr. Jason Boldings office)

Charles & Vicki Zajac
North Little Rock, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

Your in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Gurlen
Jacksonville, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

My thoughts & prayers are with Rachelle family. Rachelle was a beautiful & sweet young lady, she brought happiness to me as her friend, I will miss her very much. May God be w/her family & walk them through this sad & hard time.

Marylyn Hood
Jefferson, Ar. 72079, AR
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Friday, June 20, 2008

MELODY AND ALL OF RACHELLE'S FAMILY. I CAN'T TELL YOU HOW SORRY I AM FOR YOUR TERRIBLE LOSS. I VISITED RACHELLE SEVERAL TIMES AND SPOKE WITH MELODY JUST LAST SATURDAY. I PRAYED SO HARD FOR RACHELLE AND I SO WANTED HER TO GET WELL. GOD HAD OTHER PLANS FOR HER. SHE IS WITH THE LORD NOW AND HEALTHY AGAIN AND MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN EVER. I'M JUST AT A LOSS FOR WORDS AT THE HURT I FEEL FOR ALL OF YOU. PLEASE STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME MELODY WHEN YOU FEEL A LITTLE BETTER. I WILL MISS OUR GIRL. SHE WAS SO BRAVE AND SO VERY STRONG. MY ADDRESS IS 299 USSERY RD. JEFFERSON, AR 72079

Serena Melton & Family
searcy, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Losing Rachelle is the second hardest loss next to my mother. I miss her so much. I can only imagine what Ricky, Aunt Melody, and Grandma are going through. I pray for them to keep the faith and one day we will all be together again. How sweet the memories I have of Rachelle. She was such a unique and loving spirit, no wonder God called her home. She was an angel among us. I love you, Rachelle. Your cousine, Serena

Carolyn Akin
Memphis, TN
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Ricky, I am so sorry for your loss. Melinda has shared with me over the years stories about you and Rachelle, so I feel as if I actually know both of you. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Eric Yancey
Jacksonville, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Tank, Your entire family is in my prayers during this time of Loss. Rachelle was a great person and I feel privileged to have known her. There was never a day that I would not pass by her office area and see her smiling face. She will truly missed. Eric Yancey

John Landry
Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Tank, Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies at your time of loss. May it comfort you to know friends are thinking of you and Rachelle while remembering the both of you in their prayers. Landry

SiDonna Compton
White Hall, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the blessing of working with Rachelle at Maverick. She was one of the most genuine persons that I have ever met and she will be missed greatly. God Bless.

Beth Daniel
Jacksonville, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

I am so sorry that you have to bear this pain in your life. I am a friend of Ron's and didn't know Rachelle, but she is obviously loved and respected by many. Please know that many are praying and holding you in our hearts and will continue to do so.

Tricia Hedrick
Cabot, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Ricky & family-- I was so sorry to hear about Rachelle. I feel so blessed to have gotten to know her for a short while through the Dentist Offfice. She was so beautiful & positive--you could truly see Christ in her. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you @ this time. I pray that w/time & God's presence in your lives that the pain will lessen & you'll be able to concentrate more on the past when Michelle was so healthy & not on these past months. Love-Tricia (Dr. James Burleson & staff.)

Etta Flowers
North Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

To all of you I want to express my sympathy. Rachelle was so sweet. I am a friend of Ron's but met many of you at the hospital and am keeping you all in my prayers, thoughts and heart. An Angel she has become. Etta

Anita Rogers
Jackson, MS
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

I know now you probably feel like you lost the Light of your Life, but you haven't that Light now will always be with you forever. There for you when you're sad, there for you when you're lonely, there for you threw the toughest of times. Only remember all the good times you had together with her and know that she suffers no more because now she is with the One that made it possible for you to have her in your lives. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers hoping to comfort you. May God's Spirit with peace bless and keep you. Anita Rogers, Ryerson, Jackson, MS

Kay Latimer Dhoritey
Searcy, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Melody, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kay

natalie
jackson, MS
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

i would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family, and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers..

Ruby Pittman
Jackson, MS
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Remember the Grace of God won't led you were the Grace of God can't keep you. May God be w/you all.

Chuck Burkes
Plumerville, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

You are all in my Prayers

Becky Paul
No. Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

My dear friend Rachelle, You have been a true, loyal friend to me for many years. I could always count on you to cheer me up and make me laugh no matter what was going on in your life. I will miss you, but I know you are in a better place. The "cheap seats" at War Memorial will be lonely without you this fall. My thoughts are with your family. God bless you. Becky

Jenni Howard
Cabot, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Many prayers are being sent to your family. Rachelle was one of the biggest goofballs I have ever met, and she could always make me laugh. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her. I hope your memories of her last forever, and that they can bring you some form of comfort and peace as time wears on. She will be missed here at Maverick.

John and Jane May
Colorado Springs, CO
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

We are friends of Ron, Rachelle's father-in-law. Ron kept us informed of her progress as she so valiantly battled her disease, and we came to marvel at her strength and courage. Ron also told us about her being loved by everyone who had the good fortune to meet her, and we're sure she'll be missed, and remembered by all.

JoAnne McCarrell
North Little Rock, Ark, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

My family and I would like to extend to you our deepest sympathy. Rachelle was one of the sweetest people that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Not only was she my friend but she was like a daughter to me. I will never forget her or her smile. Thank you for blessing the world with such a lovely person.

Hannah
Benton, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

We will ALL miss you, here at UAMS.

Lisa Vanlandingham
Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

My prayers are with you and your family. She was such a sweet and wonderful person. The best patient and always a smile to her face. Lisa

Melissa Phillips
Jacksonville, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Richard and family I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Rachelle when she came in for her xrays. She was such a sweet and pleasant girl she will missed greatly.

Rachelle Miller
North Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

Rachelle was truly one of my best friends. She was one of the most wonderful people that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She always had a smile on her face and always a kind word to say. I love her with all of my heart and will miss her greatly. When you would talk to her, she would never be concerned with what was going on with her, but rather would be concerned with how you were doing. I don't know if she ever fully realized the impact that she had on people. She would always bring a smile to my face just talking to her. I have so many wonderful memories with her that I will cherish for a lifetime. My prayers are with all of the family and just know that I am thinking of each one of you and praying for each one of you. May God Bless and Keep you. God Bless, Rachelle

Heather Kennedy
cabot, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I will miss the beautiful smile and laughter that Rachelle always possessed.

Laura Yarberry
Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

I was so lucky to have gotten to work with and get to know Rachelle. She was a ray of sunshine in the office at Maverick and brightened our days with laughter. The love she had for Ricky, her family and for God was apparent each and every day. She will be missed.

Pat Sweeden
Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this very difficult time. I worked with Rachelle at Maverick for 5 years and always found her to be positive and upbeat, always displaying a love for life and people. I know this has been a long suffering ordeal and now she is at peace and will be missed by all who knew her. God Bless!

Michael J. Hightower
mabelvale, AR
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Thursday, June 19, 2008

My prayers go out to every that knew Rachelle. She always had a smile and went out of her way to say something to you no matter how busy she was. God Bless