Gayla Massey
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Visitation Schedule
First Baptist Church-Selph Hall
211 S. Market
Benton, AR  72015
Monday, September 28, 2015
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Service Schedule
First Baptist Church-Benton-Selph Hall
211 S. Market
Benton, AR  72015
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
4:00 PM
Memorial Contributions
First Baptist Church-Youth Ministry
211 S. Market
Benton, AR  72015


Brad Henderson Scholarship Fund
3300 Poinsett Hwy
Furman University
Greenville, SC  29613
Gayla Massey

of Benton, AR

May 27, 1956 - September 26, 2015

Gayla Massey, 59 of Benton, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2015 in Little Rock. She was born May 27, 1956 in Memphis, TN to William Riley and Lois Juanita Henderson. She was a preschool teacher at First Baptist Church, volunteer for VBS, Childrens Choir, CJCOHN, and sang in the sanctuary choir. She also was a substitute teacher for Benton School District.

Preceding her in death was her father, William Henderson; nephew, Brad Henderson and brother-in-law, Lee Lewis.

Survivors include her husband, Don; daughter, Autumn Pride and husband, Daniel of Benton; son, Dr. Adam Massey of Columbia, MO; her mother, Lois Juanita Henderson of Portageville, MO; two brothers, Danny Henderson and wife, Anne of Sugar Hill, GA. and Trennis Henderson and wife, Pam of Arkadelphia, AR; three sisters Leatrice Klutts and husband Bob of Sherwood, AR, Aleta Janzen and husband, Doug of Raymore, MO and Wanda Reed and husband, Leman of Warrensburg, MO; several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 4:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church, Selph Hall with Rev. Rick Grant officiating.

Visitation is scheduled from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Monday evening, September 28, 2015 also at Selph Hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Youth Ministry, 211 S. Market, Benton, AR 72015; or Brad Henderson Scholarship Fund @ Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville, SC 29613.



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Henry & Bonnie Dube
Suwanee, GA
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Friday, October 2, 2015

Dear Don and family,
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of Gayla. As you know we had the opportunity to meet her several times and can truly say she was a wonderful woman who will be truly missed by so many. Our prayers will continue for you, Autumn, Adam and the rest of your family.
In Sympathy and Love,
Henry and Bonnie Dube

Vicky Stogsdill
Jonesboro, AR
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Thursday, October 1, 2015

Don and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Gayla's passing. She was a very good friend to me!! I will keep you and your children in my prayers.

jolina (Hall)Brown
jonesboro, AR
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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Im sorry to.hear about Gayla. Your family has always had a special spot in my heart. I always enjoyed babysitting Autumn and Adam and was so sad when y'all moved. My heart breaks for you all. In.my prayers. Love Jolina and family

Paula Brown
, AR
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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Sorry to hear about Gayla. Praying

Dana Homan
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

May God Bless you and your family in this very sad time. I know that Gayla was a wonderful person and she will be missed. Remember also she will always be with you in your hearts and memories. Cherish them. love you

Family Heath Center
Columbia, MO
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Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. If you need anything please let us know.

Sincerely,

Dr. Quint, Beth Rahn, LPN and all nursing staff

Christine Bowman
Boise, ID
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Tuesday, September 29, 2015

My deepest sympathy to Uncle Don, Autumn and Adam. Aunt Gayla will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt and friend. I wish I could be there. I love you all and will keep you in my prayers. May you feel God's comfort and peace.

Melinda & Stanley Davis
Benton, AR
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Tuesday, September 29, 2015

You guys have been in our thoughts and prayers. Gayla will truly be missed by so many. She was strong in her faith and this was evident to those who were around her.

We pray comfort and strength over each of you.

In Christ,
Melinda Davis

Chris Kidd
Benton, AR
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Monday, September 28, 2015

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Mr.&Mrs James Kidd
Benton, Ar., AR
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Monday, September 28, 2015

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Robin L. Kidd
Fayettville, AR
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Monday, September 28, 2015

Sorry for loss.

Kim & Robin Daito
Jonesboro,
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Monday, September 28, 2015

Don we are very sad to hear of Gaylas passing. She was a remarkable woman and Christian role model. You and the family will be in our prayers.

Janet Powell
Paducah, KY
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Monday, September 28, 2015

Dear loved ones,
I just watched the beautiful video of Gayla's life.
It brought back such sweet memories. I only wish that we could have stayed connected over the years.

My prayers are with all of you as your bear your grief.
Knowing that Gayla is safe in the arms of Jesus and that she is with Uncle Bill, grandma, grandpa, Tootsie, Aunt Mary and Aunt Lorella must be a blessing to you all.

Love and prayers,
Janet

Brenda Grandon
Cabot, AR
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Monday, September 28, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Will be praying for you and your family.

Nancy Henderson Nettleton
Hsyti,
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Monday, September 28, 2015

So sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Wolfe mott
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Monday, September 28, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you

Daun Hugi
Stow, OH
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Monday, September 28, 2015

Don and family, I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Psalm 27:5 "For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will lift me high upon a rock."

Jeff Renshaw
New Orleans, LA
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Monday, September 28, 2015

I wish that I had kept in better touch with my Missouri cousins, but my memories of Gayla are crystal-clear. Visiting the bootheel of Missouri every summer from New Orleans was a highlight of my childhood and I still remember it like it was yesterday. Gayla and Trennis teasing me about the "yay-johns" (their version of the boogeyman), Gayla teasing me good-naturedly just in general. I loved her and all of you and you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. I know Gayla is in Heaven and I know all of you are a family of deep faith and we have to remember that our loss is Heaven's gain. Love, Jeff

Donna Henderson Mattingly
Savannah, TX
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Monday, September 28, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Penny Supina
, NY
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Monday, September 28, 2015

Don and family,
I am very sorry for you loss. Please pass my concolances on. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Jean Smothers
North Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 28, 2015

Don, prayers for all of you - so sorry for your loss

Lynn Heustess Gore
Palestine,
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

Don, I am shocked to hear this news! I know we had lost touch but I had no idea that Gayla was sick. Oh my heart breaks for you, Autumn and Adam. We have so many memories. Too many to count! We were the best of friends for many years! I hope you know I am praying for you and I would love to see you. Take care my dear friend! Lynn
870-270-9043
Lynn.gore@yahoo.com

janet pulliam mock
aransas pass,
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

We were members of first Baptist chruch in portageville together. Her dad and mom use to take me to their house on sundays after church. Im so sorry for your family and friends but know there some good singing with you parents. God bless you all

Karen House Talley
Wentzville, MO
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

Sorry for your loss, You may not know me but I went to church with Gayle in Portageville. She and I would spent the night with each other. I still remember setting at her piano singing. She sure was a very kind person. I am praying for you and your family in this time of sorry. Remember God, needed a new angel to help sing with the choir. I am sure she will sure be missed. I know we will see her again one day in heaven, I can't wait to see all who have gone before us. I am sure she and my mother Blanche are up there singing and can't wait till we get there to be there with them. Karen Talley

Valerie Steele
Lutz, FL
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

Dear Don, Autumn and Adam, Aunt Juanita and all my Henderson cousins,
I haven't seen Gayla in a long time but we connected occasionally on Facebook. She was and is a treasured cousin. When we were all younger, she was always so much fun with a mischievious twinkle in her eye, a quick wit and a wonderful smile and laugh! I know she is with our Heavenly Father now and reunited with her Daddy, my Uncle Bill. I am so sorry that she left us all too soon, but I have faith we will all meet again. I am sure you each have special memories of her that you will cherish each and every day. I am holding you all close in prayer and believe God will carry you each through the days, weeks and months ahead.

Debi Adams Govero
Ste. Genevieve, MO
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

I will miss you. You have been a friend like no other. I will miss our talks, our laughs, our memories. See you in heaven sista!

Polly Caldwell
Bentonville, AR
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

Autumn and Adam,
I am so sorry for your loss, and my thoughts and prayers
are with each of you.
Polly Caldwell

John Casey, Jnr.
Bryant,
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

Don, so sorry for your loss. Gayla was a very sweet person. I will be praying for you.

Janet langley
Benton,
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

This lady will be surely missed she was my granddaughter's preschool teacher and she loved the kids she always made sure the kids were OK and happy the beautiful woman with a beautiful heart and I love for the Lord there's no doubt in my mind that she is in heaven gathering around the children and singing Jesus loves me that was one song I heard her humming and singing a lot Godspeed Gayla we love and miss you ! I will be praying for your family to give them strength each day

Joanne Garry
Lakeland, FL
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

May "the God of all comfort" be with you and yours today and in the future. Psalm 83:18; 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 ; John 5:28,29

Becky Looney
Washington,
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Sunday, September 27, 2015

God's richest blessings to Don, Autumn and Adam. In my minds eye, I see her sitting at the feet of her Savior, absorbing it all and leading in praise of the One who she worshipped on this earth. I can only imagine.

John C. Woolbright
Benton, AR
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Saturday, September 26, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss but feel so blessed to have known Gayla. She had a dynamic personality and love for others. May God comfort you at this sad time and may your sweetest memories bring you a small.amount peace. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and we send you our sincere sympathy. Linda & John

Arrah Jones
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Saturday, September 26, 2015

Gayla was one of a kind. I will always remember her smile , laugh, tenacity, guidness , and her explosive love of Jesus, her family and children. I'm proud and grateful to have known her. My prayers and codolences to her family.

Mark & Karen Jones
Benton, AR
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Saturday, September 26, 2015

Your all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. May God place his comforting arms around you today and in the days to follow. Gayla was a very special person and friend. She leaves behind so many good memories, stories, and who can forget her smile and laughter. She will truly be missed.