of Little Rock, AR

November 15, 1946 - January 15, 2023

Thelma Jean Herndon, 76, of Little Rock, AR was peacefully called home on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Thelma was born in Clarendon, Arkansas on November 15, 1946 to Rupert Taylor and Pauline Womack Taylor. She was preceded in death by both parents and by her beloved brother, Robert A. "Sid" Taylor.

Thelma is survived by her devoted, loving husband of 47 years, Thommie Duke Herndon; son, James L. Atkins III (Brenda) of Ottawa, KS and brother, Bruce Burson of Gum Springs, AR; step-children, Lisa Herndon Armstrong (James) of North Little Rock, Brett Stuart Herndon (Ramona), Ashley Herndon Eldridge (Scott) of Little Rock and Barton Todd Herndon (Amy) of Ft. Leavenworth, KS; as well as by ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Anyone who knew Thelma would agree that she was a genuine, thoughtful and selfless person who devoted herself to her family. She especially loved children and would spend as much time as she could with her grandchildren. She has also been an active member of Western Hills United Methodist Church in Little Rock.

Visitation will be Saturday, January 21st at Roller Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, January 21 at 1:30 p.m. with graveside services to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park, 7401 Hwy. 5, Alexander, AR.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com