of Cave City, AR
May 18, 1973 - November 18, 2015
Anissa Carol James Mathews, 42, of Cave City, died Wednesday, November 18, 2015 in Batesville. She was born on Friday, May 18, 1973, in Batesville and was the daughter of Teddy Harold James and Royce Lynita Platt James.
Anissa was a 1991 graduate of Newark High School and attended the Liberty Missionary Baptist Church at Gainesboro. She collected snowman figurines and enjoyed bowling. Anissa loved her pets, painting ceramics, took pride in taking care of Cave City School. Most of all, she loved to take her children to all of their activities.
Survivors include her father, Teddy James and his wife, Nevada of Sulphur Rock; a son, Harold Gene Mathews; a daughter, Hayleigh Mathews, both of Cave City; brothers, Chris James of Jonesboro, Jake Archer of Sulphur Rock, Chris Archer and his wife, Renee, of Pleasant Plains, Bobby Smart of Batesville, Steve Smart and his wife, Shannon, of Evening Shade; one sister, Sheila Phillips and her husband, Jeff, of Batesville. Other survivors include thirteen aunts, eleven uncles, Terry Branscum of Salado, and Glen Smart of Batesville.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Royce James; grandparents, Dorothy Platt, Dorothy and Charles Affolder, an uncle, Larry Platt, an aunt, Rita Smart, and a special lady in her life, Vicki Branscum.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Smart, Steve Smart, Jake Archer, Chris Archer, Wayne Ashcraft, and Walter Glass. Honorary pallbearers are her nephews, nieces, class of 1991, Benjamin James, Daniel Allen, Emily James, Jason Allen, and Emily Archer.
The funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Roller-Crouch Chapel in Batesville with Chris James and Dennis Green officiating. Burial will follow at Egner Cemetery in Salado under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Visitation is from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, Mid-South Division, 901 N. University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72207.
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22 Condolence(s)
Donnie Smith
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Anissas' passing. The first thing I thought of was the children who I was privileged to have as students. Stay strong kids, your mom is in the arms of Jesus. I also thought of the many visits Anissa and I had during the school day and after school. Such a pleasant, sweet lady. RIP Anissa.
Renda Reynolds
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Harold and Hayleigh, I am SO sorry for your loss! God bless you and may He comfort you. Praying for you today...
Love,
Ms. Reynolds
Patti Mize Tatum
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Anissa was one of the first friends I had in this world and she has always been precious to me. When she moved from Southside school I was devastated. And even though we didn't see each other often, she's always been dear to me. I'm glad that I got to tell her that not long ago. I know she's with her Lord now and I'm praying for her family, especially her kids.
mandy and vicki evans
Monday, November 23, 2015
we are sorry for the lost friend! and are hearts go out to this nice ,good friend to all. lady. we all will miss her. we all will be praying, for her family .in this time of need from . your friends Mandy and Vicki Evans
Betty Ann & John Wyatt
Monday, November 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our prayers during this difficult time.
Mary Bunch
Monday, November 23, 2015
Hayleigh and Harold Gene, your mother was one of a kind. I remember when she brought you both to church when you were young and how she always supported you. She was a Godly mother who loved you both more than anyone. Always remember that, and remember what he taught you. She is missed by so many already. You are in our prayers.
Beth Winston
Monday, November 23, 2015
I will dearly miss Anissa. She always had a smile for everyone and I enjoyed the talks I got to have with her. Words cannot express how sorry I am for her family. She will never be forgotten.
Sonja Garcia Sayre
Monday, November 23, 2015
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I am feeling. Prayers to all especially to Hayleigh and Harold Gene
Brenda Pollard Davidson
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Anissa was such a sweet lady and a loving mother. I am so glad I got to know her when the children attended Newark Elementary. May God Bless you and comfort you in the days to come.
Deana Wyatt
Sunday, November 22, 2015
God bless you and wrap you in His loving arms. You are all in my prayers.
Keri Hicks Gee
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Sending prayers for comfort and strength to the family and friends whose life will not be the same without Anissa. She truly had a beautiful soul and spirit. To her children, it was obvious to everyone how much she loved you both, how proud she was of you guys.
Tawna Owens and family
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Praying for you Hailey and Harold. My thoughts are with you and you family. Your mom was the sweetest mom ever.
Jane Campbell
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Sorry for your loss. May she RIP in the arms of Jesus.
Craig and Sue Ogilvie
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sonia Nix
Friday, November 20, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of this young lady. All will be in my prayers.
Marcus and Melissa Stout
Friday, November 20, 2015
H.G., Hayleigh, and Smart family,
We just want to let all of you know, we love Anissa and will miss her dearly. She was such a bright, sunny soul. I was so glad to get back in touch with her. Our prayers, love, and thoughts are with each of you.
Alyssa Traw
Friday, November 20, 2015
Praying for the whole family. We love you guys so much! Alyssa, Jeremy & Jackson Traw
Wayne and Janice Beitler
Friday, November 20, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Anissa was a loving mother that took pride in her children and was always there for them. She was a very special lady.
penny holland
Friday, November 20, 2015
Such a sweet angel. Love Aunt Penny
Jeff Phillips
Friday, November 20, 2015
Heaven has gained a very special angel, May God bless and comfort during this time, Hayleigh and Harold Gene love you both to the moon. I will always be here for you if u ever need anything at all.
Sheila Phillips
Friday, November 20, 2015
Forever in my heart. I will miss my sister, side kick and partner in crime...love you Nener
Your sister
Sheila
linda thompson
Friday, November 20, 2015
My prayers for the family durin g this very diffcults times.