of Saffell, AR

December 3, 1952 - September 19, 2008

Carla Sue Gardner Willard was born December 3, 1952, in Rockford, Illinois to Raymond Gardner and Bonnie Greer Gardner Lovins. She died on Friday, September 19, 2008. Carla was a homemaker, and had worked at various jobs over the years, most recently working at the Dollar General Store and Hometown Market in Cave City. She was a 1970 graduate of Paragould High School.

She is survived by her husband, Charlie Willard of the home; five sons, Wayne Higgins of Paragould, Greg Jones of Paris, Charlie Willard, Jr. of Newport, Elby Willard of Paragould, James Willard of Clarksville, Tennessee; two daughters, Krista Scott of Ward and Kassie Willard of the home; her mother, Bonnie Lovins of Glencoe; three brothers, Keith Gardner of Beebe, Lee Lovins and Gene Lovins, both of Poughkeepsie; four sisters, Sandy Busby of Little Rock, Brenda Barker, Tina Weston, and Redonna Dean all of Cabot. 18 Grandchildren and 1 Great-Grandchild, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Gardner, and a brother, Randy Busby.

A memorial service is scheduled for Monday, September 22, at 11:00 a.m., at the Roller-Crouch McGee Chapel in Cave City, with Mike Willard officiating.

Memorials can be made to the Memorial Fund at the Arkansas Sheriff's Youth Ranch, P.O. Box 3964, Batesville, Arkansas 72503-9989.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Crouch Funeral Home
510 College Avenue
Batesville, AR  72501
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com