of Conway, AR

July 11, 1961 - December 18, 2020

Lisa Lenore Dowdy, 59, of Conway, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on December 18th, 2020 at her home. She was born July 11th, 1961 to Glenn and Shirley Brown in Garden City, Michigan.

Lisa was preceded in death by her mother, Shirley and her brother, David.

She is survived by three children; Nicole Seiver (Sean) of Conway, Arkansas, Melissa Walls (Braden) of Vilonia, Arkansas, Joshua Dowdy (Anna Nath) of Conway, Arkansas, Bill Dowdy, former husband and friend of 36 years of Jacksonville, Arkansas, her father, Glenn Brown (Gloria) of Winchester, California, sisters, Julia McCarthy of Gilbert, Arizona, Sheri Lehmann (Dave) of Phoenix, Arizona, brother, Lee Kester of Phoenix, Arizona, grandchildren; Jadon, Noah, Austin, Taylor, Lilly, Reese and little Felix. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Lisa loved working with Foster Children and considered them part of her family. She retired from the State of Arkansas after 27 years of faithful service. She held each child in her heart as she taught them life-lessons to maneuver toward adulthood. She was always careful to tell them they were important and worthy and that they were capable of reaching their goals.

She was an avid camper and took every possible opportunity to be outside. It wasn't unusual for her to call her children and say, ''Hey I am down at the lake camping if you want to come join me.'' She had a love for riding horses, bowling, sketching and painting. Although she did not have a green thumb, she enjoyed gardening.

Lisa was a wonderful gift giver enthusiast. It didn't matter if it was your birthday or a holiday, she freely gave gifts. Oftentimes they were silly, but meaningful. Anything she could do to bring joy and put a smile on your face, she was willing to do.

One of her passions in life was searching through flea markets. She loved looking for antique furniture and knick-knacks, so she could put her knick-knacks on the antique furniture. She always held out for that one true find on a coveted Volkswagen. It didn't matter what model, she loved them all. She just wanted a VW.

Lisa was always looking forward to the next road trip she could take with her family to the West Coast. She would drive straight through with her children in anticipation of seeing the rest of her family. As Nicki, Missy, and Josh grew up, they would take turns driving cross country on their next crazy adventure with their mom.

Although Lisa had many health issues in the latter part of her life, she always persevered. It was astonishing to see how strong she never knew she was. She was a fighter, wanting to live. Lisa never met a stranger. Everyone who knew her, loved her and she loved them. She has been described as being the ''˜Sweetest Person that has ever Lived.'

Her pride and joy were her three children and the grandbabies they brought into this world. She adored everything about family. Lisa loved going to athletic events they participated in, pumpkin patches, movies, any family gatherings, but particularly just being able to hang out with them was her joy.

Lisa never was without her faith in God. She gave her life to Christ at a young age and she drew her strength through Him. She was always optimistic and tried to pass that optimism on to the world. Lisa didn't believe in fear, and would say, ''No worries, God will take care of it.'' And He did. He took Lisa Home to live with Him on December 18, 2020. Her children would like to think she is now Camping on the Banks of the Crystal Sea. Earth's loss is now Heaven's gain, and It is sweeter with her there. She will be forever remembered and loved.

A memorial service in Lisa Dowdy's honor will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday, January 16th, 2021 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in their Conway, Arkansas location.

We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 66 percent of facility capacity at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.

To express online condolence please visit www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clinton

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
Highway 65 South
Clinton, AR  72031
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com