of North Little Rock, AR

April 8, 1931 - September 22, 2020

Mary Jane Smith Kessinger, 89, of North Little Rock passed away on Tuesday , September 21, 2020. She was born outside Clinton, Arkansas to the late Walter Carroll and Arabelle Viola (Hardin) Smith. Mary Jane is also preceded in death by her husband of 63 years Deon L. Kessinger and brothers Clell, John, and Rufus Smith.

After attending the University of Arkansas, her working career included employment at Petit Jean Electric Cooperative Corp. and Dillards.

She was active in the PTA, the Boy Scouts of America, the Methodist Church, and Methodist Women. She enjoyed gardening, family genealogy, the preservation of family history, and the history of her beloved Van Buren County. She was an outstanding cook and delighted in developing and perfecting recipes for family and guests.

She is survived by one son Forest Carroll Kessinger (Terry) and one daughter Kristi Ann Cooper (Walter) of Kansas City. Mary Jane is also survived by four grandsons Matthew Cooper (Alyssa), Steven Cooper (Erika), Bradley Cooper and Daniel Cooper and four great grandchildren.

A private memorial service to celebrate Mary Jane's life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd. North Little Rock, AR 72116

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Owens Funeral Home
5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
North Little Rock, AR  72116
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