of Batesville, AR
December 14, 1914 - May 4, 2009
Dishie Leonard, 94, of Salado, died Monday, May 4, 2009 at White River Medical Center in Batesville.
She was born in Salado, Arkansas on Monday, December 14, 1914 and was the daughter of James Albert Varnell and Maggie Dotson Varnell.
She was a beautician and homemaker and owner/operater of the Salado Beauty Shop for many years. She was an active member of the Southside United Methodist Church where she was very involved with the church women's group. She was also a member and past state president of the WCTU (Women's Christian Temperance Union). Dishie was devoted to her family. She enjoyed cooking, gardening and working in her flower beds. She also loved fishing with her grandchildren.
Dishie is survived by four sons: Bill Leonard of Batesville, James R. Leonard also of Batesville, Sam Leonard of Salado, Rusty Leonard of Gallatin, Tennessee; three daughters: Melba James of Bentonville, Nancy Rutledge of Little Rock, and Sue Pearce of Hot Springs; fifteen grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph ''Bull'' Leonard; a daughter, Mary Leonard; and a grandson, Billy George Leonard.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, at Southside United Methodist Church with Dr. Jim Pierce and Rev. Buddy Hamner officiating.
Burial will follow the services at Egner Cemetery in Salado under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons: Blake Leonard, Brett Leonard, Bobby James, Tim James, Brian Pearce and Alan Rutledge.
Honorary pallbearers are Leslie Rutledge, Kristen Pearce, Crystal Leonard, Donna Jarnagan, Peggy Gabbard, Shelia Roberts, Kathy Gartman and Buddy Barnett.
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11 Condolence(s)
Donald and Peggy Anderson
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. You have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Kenneth Rorie
Friday, May 8, 2009
So sorry to hear of Dishie's passing. I have so many fond memories of her when I was a teenager visiting with Nancy, Sammy, and all. She always made me feel welcome and never had an unkind word for anyone. I know that heaven welcomes a special angel.
Katina Jones
Friday, May 8, 2009
Nancy, Alan, Essie and Keith,
My thoughts and prayers are with you! Please know that you all are loved!
Ken and Linda Ray
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
To the Leonard cousins: You are all in our thoughts and prayers in your loss. You all were such a loving family and your Mom will be missed.
Judy Lindsey
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
To the Leonards,
We are sorry to hear about your loss, you are in our prayers.
Judy and Claudia Lindsey
Judy
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Leonards, What a wonderful lady!!! She loved her family, all of her family, so deep, so strong. She was so proud of each and everyone of you, not just the children, but also the grandchildren and the great grands. And having all of you to the house for a meal together was a crowning event for her. Cooking for her kids was so wonderfully important to her and she loved doing that so much. I love this woman more than anyone could ever know and she will always be my ladybug. Love to all and remember she will forever be in your hearts...
Linda Hardin
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Nancy, please know that you and your family are in our prayers. I know you are surrounded by family and friends to love and support you through this sad time.
Love, Linda & Gary
Misty Pretty
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Nancy, Essie, and Alan so sorry for the loss of your mom and grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love you all!
Misty
Bob and Jean Parker
Monday, May 4, 2009
Nancy,
So sorry to hear about your mom. Bob and I are thinking about you and praying for all of you.
Jean
Pat Simmons
Monday, May 4, 2009
Nancy, Sam & rest of Leonard Family
Sorry for the loss of your dear mother. You
had her for many years, but our human nature
never wants to let go. My prayers are with you
at this time. May God grant you comfort and
strength in the days ahead.
Dr. & Mrs. Michael Green
Monday, May 4, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Leonard family. Please know our heart is with you.
Michael & Nicole