of Malvern, AR
March 24, 1938 - January 26, 2014
Viene Johnson, 76, of Benton, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2014. She was born March 24, 1938 in Benton, Arkansas to the late Lawrence Edward Tatum and May Pearl Bryan Tatum. She was a lifetime member of New Friendship Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Deborah Ballard; two brothers and one sister.
She is survived by a son, Ricky Johnson (Melissa) of Benton; daughter, Janet Mashburn (Albert) of Benton; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and sister, Susie Rankin of Oklahoma.
Graveside services will be held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at New Friendship Cemetery in Benton, Arkansas with Bro. Tyler Askew officiating.
Family will receive friends from 6:00- 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home, 306 S. Main St., Benton, Arkansas (501) 315-4047.
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11 Condolence(s)
Lisa Bridges
Saturday, February 8, 2014
I remember your family as such a fun loving group. My grandparents lived nearby and went to New Friendship Church. My prayers are for comfort and peace. Lisa Bridges
edie/gordon green
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
so sorry to hear this.. our thoughts and prayers are with yall...
William Gresham
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Janet, just read of the passing of your mother and am sorry for your loss.
I know it has been a very tiring experience for you and hope you know she is in a better place.
Geraldine Reynolds
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
I met this sweet lady while visiting at the nursing home.also sang with a gospel band there. She loved singing along with us. A pretty lady and a christian. Will miss seeing her there nect visit.
Cindy Gage
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
My sisters and I got to know Mrs. Viene at MNH through visiting with our dad, Roland Gillespie. She was a very dear and caring person. She and daddy had become great friends and I know he will miss her greatly. I am sorry for your loss.
Yvonne Perkins Prichard
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
I went to school with viene and we became friends and we ran around together and she was a very sweet person. I didn't know she that ill , I know she will be missed by her family and everyone that knew her"
Cathy Chancellor
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
I got to know Ms. Johnson through visiting my Dad, Roland Gillespie, at Malvern Nursing Home. She was one of the sweetest, nicest ladies I have ever met. She was a great friend to my Dad and he and our entire family will miss her greatly. Heaven really did welcome a angel on Sunday! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jayne West
Monday, January 27, 2014
Janet and Albert, So very sad, along with all of our Malvern Nursing & Rehab family. Her passing has left a huge hole in our heart. Mrs. Viene was such a huge part of "us". You two were so good to her and she loved you so much! Thoughts, Prayers, and Love...Jayne West
W.B. Johnson (family)
Monday, January 27, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Uncle Johnnie and family. May god bless you all.
Lynn Davis
Monday, January 27, 2014
Janet and Albert- Viene was one of the sweetest ladies I know. She always made me smile. She was always concerned about others. She will be missed so much. I just wish I could hear her say "now, honey". I know she is in a better place, singing in heaven. Love to all
Lynn Davis, Malvern Nursing & Rehab
Ricky Johnson Jr.
Monday, January 27, 2014
Rest in peace Granny. I will always love you and miss you bunches. Love always Bubba and Jenni and family