of Little Rock, AR

November 6, 1971 - May 15, 2025

Jeanie Lou Macklin, 53, of Little Rock, Arkansas died Thursday, May 15, 2025 at her home. She was born November 6, 1971 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Charles E. Wayson and Jane Hogue. Jeanie is also preceded in death by a brother and a sister, Juanita Tallent.

A graduate of what is now Little Rock West High School of Innovation, she served at brief time in the United States Army, where she worked as a dental assistant. After an honorable discharge, she pursued her CNA certification and worked for most of her career as a home health aide.

Jeanie was a member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church, where she had served in the chancel choir because of her love of singing. She also served in the Altar Guild, arranged flowers and was active in serving communion.

She enjoyed working in the Haunted Hotel of Arkansas and was known for her portrayal of ''Laughing Sally'' among other characters over the years. Her co-haunters gave her a knick-name, as they learned she was experiencing allergies, so they blended the character name, Laughing Sally with allergy and came up with ''Sallergy.''

Jeanie leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of 32 years, Tim Macklin of Little Rock; sisters, Brandy Wayson of Saline County, Janie Wayson Rosser of Little Rock, Letha Sanchez of Cleveland, Ohio; her stepmother, Glenda Wayson and nephews, Timothy, Nicholas Cory and nieces, Carol Ann and Krissy.

The family will hold a memorial service at 1:00pm, Saturday, June 7, 2025, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 4600 Baseline Road, Little Rock, AR 72209.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Drummond Funeral Home
10900 Interstate 30
Little Rock, AR  72209
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