of Flippin, AR

March 24, 1941 - July 1, 2025

Mary Alice Edwards (Phillips)
Sunrise: March 24, 1941
Sunset: July 1, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mary Alice Edwards, who went home to be with the Lord on July 1st 2025, at the age of 84. A devoted mother, skilled hairdresser and faithful woman of God, Mary Alice touched countless lives with her love, compassion and unwavering faith.

Born in Flippin, Arkansas, Mary Alice dedicated her life to serving others, both within her family and in her community. As a mother, she was nurturing, wise, and fiercely loving. Her children were the pride and joy of her life, and she instilled in them the values of kindness, resilience, and strong faith.

With a pair of scissors in hand and a heart full of grace, Mary Alice built a decades-long career as a trusted hairdresser. Her chair was more than just a seat for a haircut, it was a place of laughter, comfort, and heartfelt conversation. She had a remarkable gift for making everyone feel seen, heard, and beautiful.

Above all, Mary Alice was a devoted Christian. She lived each day by her faith in Jesus Christ, drawing strength and peace from her unwavering trust in God.

She is survived by her loving children: Jimmy Mitchner (Anita) of Mountain Home, Jan Layton (Terry) of Flippin, John Campbell (Carla) of Mountain Home, Karen Hurst (Mark) of Greenbrier, Nikki Swan (Guy) of Flippin, Karen Mitchner of Amarillo, Texas, and Becky Sue Carson of Flippin; 9 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and a host of extended family and dear friends.

Mary Alice was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Houston Phillip of Oakland, Arkansas; Mother, Hannah Ann Duggins of Flippin; One sister; Eight brothers; One son, Hal Gene Mitchner; and two grandsons, Adam Christopher Hurst and Thomas Travis Mitchner.

We will miss her laughter, her prayers, her warm hands, and her wise words, but we rejoice in knowing that she is now in the presence of her Savior.

A visitation will be held on July 3rd at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas, from 4-6 pm. Interment will follow at the Fairview Cemetery.

''Well done, good and faithful servant.'' Matthew 25:23

Services are in the care of Roller-Burns Funeral Home.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Burns Funeral Home
725 North Panther Ave.
Yellville, AR  72687
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com