of Searcy, AR
April 2, 1933 - June 10, 2010
Alice C. Muirhead, 77 of Searcy, went to be with the Lord Thursday, June 10, 2010. She was born Sunday, April 2, 1933 in LeFlore County, Mississippi. She is preceded in death by her parents, Clifton and Addie McNeer Cothran, grandson, Wesley Jackson; and a brother, James Cothran.
She is survived by her husband, Henry ''Buddy'' Muirhead, Jr., her children, Denise Jackson (Craig) of Wesson, Mississippi, Lisa Valentine (Stan) of Searcy, Arkansas, Cris Muirhead (Crystal) of Searcy, Arkansas; grandchildren, Clayton, Nathan, Brady, Meggie, Mandy; brother, Cliff Cothran; sister, Mary Gillespie; other relatives and many friends.
Mrs. Muirhead will be remembered as a gentle woman; a loving and devoted wife of 54 years to Henry ''Buddy'' Muirhead, a caring mother and grandmother. She was an exceptional seamstress and enjoyed making things for her family and others. She was known as ''Miss Alice'', the ''First Lady'' of the Mississippi Queen steamboat. She was loved and respected by the entire crew. She enjoyed vacations with her family, her reading group, puzzles and poetry. Her favorite movie which she enjoyed repeatedly was ''Gone With The Wind''. She was always willing to serve and was a volunteer at the White County Medical Center.
Visitation will be 6:00 8:00 pm Sunday, June 13, 2010 at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy. Funeral services will be 10:00 am Monday, June 14, 2010 at the West Side Church of Christ in Searcy with interment following at White County Memorial Gardens in Searcy. Memorials can be to the Searcy Children's Home, P.O. Box 1141, Searcy, Arkansas, 72143.
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67 Condolence(s)
Phyllis Hewitt
Monday, July 12, 2010
Dear Buddy,
I am sorry to learn of your loss. You and Alice have always held a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Phyllis Hewitt
Dean and Nellie
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Buddy, we are so truly sorry about Alice's death. It came as a surprise to us. We are sorry that we were unable to be at the funeral but our prayers were going up for you and the whole family. So many good memories flood our thoughts - the "Goodtimers" - the buffalo ribs at your house - camping with your family in the Blue Ridge Mountains, etc. Alice was a good friend to so many. Love you!
Fannie Amy
Friday, July 2, 2010
I am so sorry to hear that Alice has passed away, but we know she is in a much better place. Buddy, our prayers are with you and your family at this trying time.
Tim Rodgers
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
LeAnn Howerton
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
A gracious and wonderful lady who will be missed by many. Peace to you in a glorious place. LeAnn B Howerton/AMCA
Tracey Smith
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Captain Muirhead,
All steamboaters are saddened to hear of the passing of Miss Alice. She was a gracious Southern Belle and you are a true Southern Gentleman. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May words and memories comfort you in the days to come. We all will see Miss Alice again when we join the Steamboat Crew in heaven.
karen sumrall
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Just remember all the good times when we went with our families to Blue Ridge all the Church classes, Art, Fireside Chats at night with so many families for I-20 Church of christ. Thinking of the family at this time of sorrow but a blessing for Alice she got her crown of life.
In Christ
Karen Redmon Sumrall
Melody R. Villa
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Denise and Mr. Muirhead, we are thinking about you and praying for you. From Melody Villa and 2 East St. Dominic Hospital Jackson MS.
Melody R. Villa
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
God Bless you Mrs. Alice C. Muirhead. We are praying for your reposed soul and your family you left behind. From Melody R. Villa and staff 2 East St. Dominic Jackson ,MS.
Thomas Parker
Monday, June 14, 2010
Captain Buddy,
We offer our deepest sympathies on your loss.
Thomas C.Parker
Bettie S. Parker
Vicksburg,Ms.
Tom and Beth Hook
Monday, June 14, 2010
Captain Buddy,
We think of you both so fondly when we remember our great Steamboatin days! Miss Alice was a sweet, wonderful lady. I remember you came into the Grand Saloon one night when Tom and the band were playing, and Miss Alice sat on the side while you danced a quick dance with me! She will be sweetly remembered and missed. Love, the Hooks
Mary Lois Thompson
Monday, June 14, 2010
You and your family will be in our prayers.
Shellie Brown
Monday, June 14, 2010
Mr. Murihead,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray for comfort for you during this time of sorrow.
Jonna Techman Lott
Monday, June 14, 2010
Dear Captain Buddy,
I want you to know how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I remember having numerous conversations with Miss Alice. She always lifted my spirits when I was feeling home sick. She was a very sweet lady. I will be miss her!
May you see God's light on the path ahead
When the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear,
Even in your hour of sorrow,
The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness
Never turn your heart to stone,
May you always remember
when the shadows fall—
You do not walk alone.
Love,
Jonna Techman Lott
Bartender, MQ 1994-1996
wendy johnson
Monday, June 14, 2010
Denise and family, My prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. May you smile as you remember the wonderful memories you have of your Mom. Your St. D family loves you. Wendy
david and pamela post
Monday, June 14, 2010
We love you always Miss Alice and KNOW that we will see you again. Our prayers are with Capt. Buddy and your precious family. You were such a friend to us and all of the steamboaters. Now you are dancing with the LAMB! David and Pamela Post
ALMA BUTLER
Monday, June 14, 2010
Denise -My prayers and thoughts are with you as you and your family go through this time of bereavement. ALMA
Linda McKinion
Monday, June 14, 2010
Denise, I cannot be with you today but you and your family are in my prayers. My sympathy to all the family. We are all here if you need us. LINDA
Kathy & Bob Kenney
Monday, June 14, 2010
Thank you Alice for the time you gave us. You made our days alot brighter and the world a much better place. We are honored to have been your friend. We will pray for Buddy and your family in their time of sorrow. We will miss you and think of you often.
EMMA CESSNA
Monday, June 14, 2010
Mr. Muirhead, I was sadened to hear about Alice. I knew you had moved from Vicksburg, but I didn't know where. I was in Searcy last weekend. I will always remember you and Alice for all the kindness you showed me. Alice was a joy to work with and we had fun because she always offered us words of wisdom.
Angie Wilkinson
Monday, June 14, 2010
Dearest Captain Buddy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Miss Alice. She was a wonderful lady and loved by all. But not to worry! I'm sure my brother Captain Larry Burford Wilkinson, who pass away two months ago will look after Miss Alice on the big steamboat in the sky. You have my deepest sympathy to you and all of your family.
Angie
Captain Harold Schultz
Monday, June 14, 2010
Captain Buddy my wife and I send our prayers to you and your family during this time of sadness, Miss Alice will be missed by all that knew her. I'm sure her love ones will miss her the most because she was so loved by them. God Bless and give you His Love
Captain Harold & Suzanne Schultz
Wayne and Mary Nell McMaster
Monday, June 14, 2010
Buddy and family, sorry to hear about Alice we have many memories of your family.
Clara Christensen
Monday, June 14, 2010
Miss Alice was a great lady and truly the First Lady of the Mississippi Queen. Her pleasant way and sense of humor will remain with those who knew her forever. She will be missed.
Carmen Winkler / steamboats.org
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Captain Buddy, our deepest sympathy to you and all of your family. It was a great honor having met Miss Alice and she´ll be thoroughly missed!
Carmen, Franz and Leonie
Phyllis Dale
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Dear Captain Buddy, I've just heard about Alice and I don't know what to say. It breaks my heart. She was one of the sweetest and loving persons I had ever met. My heart is with you and your family. Buddy, Just know that hundreds of friends are thinking of you and praying for your comfort. God be with you and Alice who is now in Steamboat Heaven. Love, Phyllis
Toots
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Dear Cap',
The loss of Miss Alice will be felt by so many, Mike and I included, but the personal loss of so great a lady to your family can be comforted only by our Lord. You shall remain in my prayers. God bless you and your family and thank you for sharing Miss Alice as a friend to so many of us.
Travis C. Vasconcelos
Sunday, June 13, 2010
My deepest condolences to Captain Muirhead and his family. Miss Alice was a very kind soul who I am very glad to have known and befriended. May she rest in peace with our Lord.
Travis C. Vasconcelos
Lynne and Brad Campbell
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Buddy, Denise, Lisa and Cris and all the family.
Alice was a lovely lady. She will be remembered by all of us for the wonderful things she did and the love she gave.
Our prayers are with you.
Lynne and Brad Campbell
Pete Sisak
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Sincerest sympathies to Captain Buddy and all in the Muirhead family. Mrs Alice was the epitome of what a demure & kind person could be!
She will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing her. May she rest in God's peace always.
Pete Sisak
Matt & Sue Sisak
Sam & Janis Gregory
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Such a wonderful lady. She will be missed by many that had the honor of sharing time listening to her many accounts of her travels and experiences in her exciting life. God bless her and those that she has left behind for now. Our condolences and God speed. Sam & Janis
Joe & Mimi Anderson
Sunday, June 13, 2010
We are sorry about your loss -- It sounds like she was a delightful lady.
Mandy and Rees Lloyd
Sunday, June 13, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless your family w/ lots of good memories. She was a wonderful lady.
Dennis Daniel
Sunday, June 13, 2010
I will miss mrs.Alice very much.Always enjoyed seeing her at some of our antique motorcycle meets.I bought a motorcycle shirt she made.Iwill think of her every time I wear it.Buddy and your family are in my prayers.
Robin Morgan
Sunday, June 13, 2010
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Robert (Bob) Ward
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Thoughts and Prayers be with your family.
Pam and Leslie Cooper
Sunday, June 13, 2010
We will dearly Miss Alice physically, but will have her with us in our hearts for eternity. She was quite the storyteller, cook & seamstress. Miss Alice brought class to not only the Confederate Chapter Antique Motorcycle Club in Memphis, but to all those who met her at our events. Thanks Alice for sharing your life and family with us. We will always charish those memories.
Pam and Leslie Cooper
George Anaston & Edna Willingham
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Buddy, Chris & family
We are sorry for your loss. Miss Alice will be missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed & Julie Potts
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Buddy & Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear about Miss Alice she was one of the finest woman we have ever had the pleasure of knowing.You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers
Lee
Sunday, June 13, 2010
What a Nice Lady ! Alice was was something else!We All will miss her. Lee Rudd
David
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Dear Buddy & Chris - I am so sorry for the passing of your wife / mother. Mrs Alice was a wonderful woman. May God comfort you and your family as you walk without her. I watched the Video memorial of her life and was touched by it - Thank you for sharing it - David
Ruth Claire Thompson
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Dear Denise and the Muirhead Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Muirhead was a lovely, gracious lady. The memorial video was beautiful - thank you for sharing these family photos.
Tommy Terry
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Cris and all, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom was a wonderful lady.
Cecil & Patti May
Saturday, June 12, 2010
We have many fond memories of your family. I know your will miss your mom/wife. We are thinking of you and wish we could be there with you. We love you.
Vince Cothran
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Dear Buddy and children,
Though we can't be there, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of great loss.
Cliff and Vincent
Keith Marlin
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers,
Harpers & Thompson
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Dear Buddy & Children,
We cannot be there to wrap our arms around you and tell you how much we love and grieve with each and everyone of you. Our prayers are with you now and we ask the Lord that he may wrap his arms around you and comfort you.
With love and sorrow.
Elizabeth Harper Family
Grace Thompson
johnny m. leachman
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Captain Buddy, So sorry for your loss
Johnny
Jim Lankford Jr.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
We are so saddened to hear of Mrs. Alice's passing. She is a wonderful example of a christian wife and mother. Mom and Dad thouroughly value your friendship and all the activities that you did together. May God give you peace at this time.
Jim, Renee, and Jacob Lankford
Tonia
Saturday, June 12, 2010
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please know we are here for you all.
Cindy Mathes
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Every year on our wedding anniversary we think of Alice and Buddy. We especially remember how very thoughtful she was - her delicious fresh strawberry pie and the cross-stitch work she gave us as a wedding gift. We knew it all came from her wonderful heart. She was truly a great example of a christian wife and mother. She will be missed. We are praying for strength and courage for her family and especially Mr. Buddy.
Linda & Calvin Seyfarth
Saturday, June 12, 2010
May God Comfort you. You are in our prayers.
Russ Durham
Saturday, June 12, 2010
our prayers are with you and your family
Belinda Boyster
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Chris, So sorry to hear of the death of your mom. As having to have lost my mom several years I know how difficult this time in your life is. Prayers of strength to you and your family.
I have heard you and Crystal talk about the Captain and mom. I f I can do anything please do not fail to call. Love ya.
Martha L. Savage
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Chris & Crystal, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as God upholds you in this time of loss. May He give you a Peace that Passes all understanding.
All my love,
Martha
Charles and Hilda Shelton
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God give you comfort as only he can. God bless.
Kari Chapman
Saturday, June 12, 2010
My prayers are with the wonderful family of the darling Mrs. Alice....Kari Chapman
Johnny and Nancy Quattlebaum
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Melissa Boehnke
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Chris, Crystal and the Muirhead family - Matt and I are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Leslie Rodgers
Saturday, June 12, 2010
I have so many wonderful memories of this sweet lady. She will be missed by all who knew her. My prayers are with the family. God bless you all.
Sandy
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Cris,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bobby & Theresa McCain
Friday, June 11, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Alice . I was her hairdresser when she lived in Bovina. Chris, Thank you for sharing this news. I know you all are hurting right now, but please remember that Heaven just became an even more beautiful place with ms. Alice there. Prayers to you all. Theresa McCain
ken lowery
Friday, June 11, 2010
our kind thoughts and continued prayers go out to you and your family. with love, ken lowery
Matt morgan
Friday, June 11, 2010
My prayers will be with you and your family. You will be dearly missed.
Donna Cox
Friday, June 11, 2010
I will miss you. My thoughts & prayers are with the family
Donna Cox
Kathy Gammiol
Friday, June 11, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Alice's family. I will truly miss this lovely lady and sweet friend.
lINDA bRIGHT
Friday, June 11, 2010
WE HAVE YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND ON OUR HEARTS.
GREG AND LINDA BRIGHT
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