of Marked Tree, AR

September 13, 1929 - March 9, 2026

Maxine Talley, 96, of Marked Tree, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, at Three Rivers Nursing Center. She was born on September 13, 1929 , in Montana, Arkansas, to the late Marion and Ruth (Harkey) White.

Maxine was a woman of strong faith and was devoted to her Baptist beliefs throughout her life. She was known for her love of gardening, cooking, and canning, and she took great joy in sharing the fruits of her labor with family and friends. Her home was often filled with the warmth of home-cooked meals and the beauty of her garden.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Ruth White; her beloved husband, Morris D. Talley; two sons, Teddy Gene Talley and Dale Wayne Talley; her brother, Jerry W. White; and her sister, Mildred Carroll.

She is survived by her son, Ron Talley and his wife Alice; her daughter, Susan Talley; and her cherished grandchildren, Steve Talley; Nichole Warder and her husband Troy; Michael Madakasira; Nathan Madakasira; and Anita Breuer and her husband Eric. She also leaves behind five great-grandchildren who brought her much pride and happiness. Maxine is also survived by two sisters, Amy Blysma and Carolyn Carroll.

A chapel service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue, Jonesboro, Arkansas, with Bro. John Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Marked Tree Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Maxine will be remembered for her loving heart, strong faith, and dedication to her family. Her memory will live on in the lives of those who knew and loved her.

Arrangements under the care of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR  72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com