of Conway, AR
June 26, 1940 - July 29, 2015
Jesse R. Ferrell, 75, of Conway went to be with the Lord on July, 29 2015. He was born June 26, 1940 at Minnow Creek Community in Johnson County, Arkansas to the late Jesse Eugene Ferrell and Norma Jewell (Harris) Ferrell. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Mahlon Ferrell and William Leroy Ferrell; and one sister, Lana Gail Osborn.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years Anita Gayle (Reedy) Ferrell; three sons, Mark Ferrell (Tracy), Mike Ferrell (Penny), and Monty Ferrell (Brenda) all of Conway; one daughter, Missy Adams (Tom) of Mtn. View AR; Nine grandchildren, Randi Ferrell, Mitch Ferrell, Jessica Adams, Hayden Adams, Ivy Counts, Andrew Ferrell, Maura Cascairo, McKenzie Csonka, and Colton Ferrell; one sister, Phyllis Williams (Durwin) of Conway; and many nieces and nephews.
He was a long time member of the Northside church of Christ in Conway. He graduated from Conway High School in 1958 and attended ASTC (University of Central Arkansas). Jesse always loved politics and was involved in those pursuits on many levels. He was a longtime coach of YBMA youth baseball, an avid gun trader, trainer of beagles, and loved to hear the dogs run and hunt rabbits. He was instrumental in oversight and re-construction of the Block House after it had been destroyed by fire at Cadron Settlement Park.
He was a lifetime worker and had been employed by Hiegel Lumber and Hardware for over 20 years, the Faulkner County Assessors Office as an appraiser for many years, with his last formal employment serving as Faulkner County Judge from 1991-92. He was self employed as a Real Estate Broker, owner and manager of Ferrell Properties.
Pallbearers will be Mitch Ferrell, Hayden Adams, Andrew Ferrell, Colton Ferrell, David Williams, and Ethan Williams.
Funeral Service will be 10:00 am Saturday, August 1, 2015 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Visitation will be Friday from 4:30- 6:30 p.m.
I met Jesse when I worked serving food at Holly's Country Cookin. He was one of the nicest men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone. I've only seen him a few times since I left Holly's but he always greeted me with a big smile and a hug. He was a wonderful man and he will be sorely missed. My prayers for his family.
So sorry to hear about Jesse passing....thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jesse was always even keeled and easy to talk with. His advice on appraisal matters was sought many times.
Mike and Family,
So sorry to hear about yoru dad passing. I got my first shot gun from Jesse atHeigel Hardware. I remember having a problem with the ejector and my dad told me just to take it to Jesse and sure enough he fixed it standing in the store with a pocket knife. Wonderful man.
i grew up just around the corner from the Ferrells ...I am so sorry for your loss...I will be thinking of the family during this difficult time...Loretta Spears
What a wonderful man he was. I am so sorry for the family loss. I have had the privilege of knowing Mr jesse for most of my life. And I know he is in heaven enjoying his rewards. May God bless his family with the assurance we will see him again
Anita and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Monty sorry for your loss he will be missed in Conway. Prayers for you and your family
Tracy and mark,
So sorry to hear the loss. We'll be praying for your family.
Sorry to hear about Jesse. Anita. I didn't get your E-mail until this afternoon.( 8/1/2015) I would have tried to come to the funeral. My prayers are with you.
Ferrell Family,
Sorry I was unalbe to attend the celebration of Mr. Ferrell today but I want you to konw I have wonderful memories of your dad helping coach our Nabholz pony league basball team. Today he and JK Gibbs are dancing with Jesus!
Jesse was such a wonderful "character". He liked to come across as an ol' codger but had a heart of gold.; especially where kids were concerned. I'll never forget how friendly and good he was to Don and me when we first moved to Conway. Jesse, you will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family today.
Anita and family, We were saddened by the news of Jesse's death. He was a special person and a friend to all who knew him. Generous, kind and caring. The Pollard family held much love and respect for him and he will surely be missed.
May God bless and comfort you all.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Jessie. you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you. Kathy Gatewood
We will never forget his kind spirit and his sense of humor.
Nita Gail, You and Jesse taught your children well. I appreciate how Missy and Tom took care of our daughter,Kara while she lived in Mtn.View.
The Talley Family is so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. He will be forever missed!
Jesse was good man, he help a lot of people!! I will miss him !!
Anita and Family I am sorry to hear of the passing of Jesse. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort, peace and strength now and in the days ahead. Mary God Bless each of you.
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So sorry to hear about Jesse, Conway has lost a landmark in him. We are praying for your comfort during this difficult time. May God bless you all,
Roe and Missy
Anita and family...sincerest condolences to you during this time of loss...may you know God's comfort as you travel through the coming days.
Was saddened to hear about the death of your husband. I will say a prayer for you and your family. From reading his obituary he must have been a wonderful person.
Anita and family,
We were so saddened to hear of Jesse's passing. He was always so friendly to everyone and always had a smile. He will be missed by so many.
Don't be sad because he is gone, be glad that he was in your life.
Anita,Mark, Mike &Missy so sorry for your loss. Jesse will always be remembered by those that knew him. Sending peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Condolences from the Greene County Judge's Office.
Mrs. Ferrell and Family: My condolences at the loss of a wonderful family man. Mr. Ferrell has been a kind friend and landlord to our family. I always enjoyed our talks at "the barn". He always spoke so highly of his family and his love of Faulkner County. May each of you find comfort and peace in the weeks to come. I will miss you immensely, Mr. Ferrell. Johnna Hoffman and Family
Anita, I am so sorry to read about the loss of your husband. You and your family are in my prayers. Think of you often and enjoyed working with you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Jesse was a great man, and he will be missed.
Jessie you were a true friend to James and I, we will miss you,Hope to see you in Heaven home some day. Jessie you were a truly southern gentleman. I want the family to know you are in our prayers.James & Peggy Taylor
God bless you all. He was always a pleasure to work with on house plans! Sorry for your loss!
Jesse had a tradition of slipping a piece of candy back to my young son J.D. every Sunday morning before preachin'. This went on for years. He was a softie on the inside. When I told J.D. that he had died, he was sad. We will miss him.
We are so sorry for your loss of Mr. Jesse. He worked at Hiegel's, remember going in there, knew he knew my Uncle Billy Nichols. Know he was real active and loved by all. He will greatly be missed. Prayers for all of you. Love you.
Remembering all the times he made my daughter smile or laugh and how kind he always was to me. Praying for comfort for all of the Ferrell Family and for Phyllis and the Williams family.
Thoughts and prayers go out to Anita, and the entire Ferrell family along with Phylis Williams... Jesse was a one of a kind, always had a smile for everyone... Edith
Jessie will be missed! Always loved talking with him! He always had time to say hello
Dear Ferrell Family -
Jesse was a good man and will be greatly missed! We enjoyed him just about every day downtown at First Security Bank. Glad to have known him both personally and professionally for the last 45 years. Praying for you all during this time of loss and the days ahead. GOD Bless you all!.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jesse was a wonderful person. And he will be missed. R.I.P. Jesse
You are more family than friend.
Till we met again, we love ya......
Mark and Tracy,
I am so sorry to hear of Jesse's passing. He was one of the good guys. And he left a legacy of good guys and girls behind. I know he was always proud of you, Mike, Monte, and Missy and all those grandkids. I'll be praying for you all in the coming days and asking God to provide strength and comfort as well as an everlasting peace of knowing that your separation from him is only temporary. Mark, I remember that you and Tracy were at our house the moment I found out that my own dad had passed away and I'll never forget how you both stepped up and helped everything become better. I wish I could be there for you now, but I am with you in thought. Please let me know if you need anything.
Praying for your family during this difficult time. I always enjoyed visiting with Jesse when time presented itself. He will be missed by many.
Jesse was a favorite at Hiegel all those years ... always witty, and always helpful. Good guy. Will miss him a lot.
Condolences to you and your family. You all are in our thoughts and in our prayers throughout this most difficult time
To the Ferrell family, I'm so sorry about your loss. I always enjoyed working with Jesse in the courthouse. We will be missed by the community.