of Benton, AR
September 3, 1932 - July 31, 2019
Mary Evelyn Brown, 86, of Benton passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019. She was born September 3, 1932 in Nettleton, Arkansas to the late Samuel and Savannah Fooks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Pierce D. Brown; sisters, Opal Stegall and Thelma Parsons; and brothers, Lambert Fooks and Pinky Fooks.
Survivors include one son, Richard G. Southworth (Willette) of Malvern; three daughters, DiAnn Galloway of Malvern, Kathy L. Norwood (Dick) of Buckville, and Tina L. Benton (Bob) of Benton; two sisters, Hazel Hazell and Betty Cory; nine grandchildren, Brent Southworth, Lindsey Parke, Mýchal Johnson, Keith Powell, Patre Williams, Trey Benton, Amber Johnson, Brad Norwood, and Tasha Carneal; ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and one on the way; and many other relatives and friends.
Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2019 in the chapel of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home (315-0700) 6700 Alcoa Rd. Benton, AR with Bro. Kim Hammer officiating.
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7 Condolence(s)
Scott Stegall
Saturday, August 17, 2019
Dear Tina, Kathy, DiAnn, and Ricky,
From a very early age, your Mom started teaching me the most important aspect of health care. Sitting at home, around my parent's kitchen table, dear Aunt Mary demonstrated her passion for patients with both a twinkle in her eye and with the sudden wrath when the discussion move to those beloved patients being mistreated in any way. Over the decades I have tried to share that passion with my students as it was so often shared with me by your Mom.
The pain of loss is real…Jesus Himself wept with the death of Lazarus. Our comfort comes from knowing we will all wake up together on the last day that begins our eternity together with Him and each other. My family's prayers are that the love of Christ brings each of you and your families comfort now and until we are together again.
Scott Stegall
Monica Lumpkins Marshall
Friday, August 16, 2019
Tina, Amber, DiAne and family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will be praying for all of you in the upcoming days to bring you peace and comfort. I know you all will miss her tremendously. There is nothing like the loss of your parents.
Love, Monica
Joe and Brenda Tennison
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Mary created a wonderful legacy in her children, grand-children, great grand-children and great great grand-children! Tina, Bob, Trey and Amber, sending you all hugs and prayers of comfort.
Shelley Payne
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Mrs.Brown and I clicked from the first time we met. I enjoyed visiting with her. Prayers for peace and comfort for her family.
James and Renee Joiner
Friday, August 2, 2019
Mothers hold their children's hands for just a little while...And their hearts forever.
Tina and Bob, you are in our hearts and our prayers.
Sandy and Roger Craig
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
We loved you dearly and you will be missed dearly.
Our prayers go out to your family. Love you!
Rose Mary Miller - Fason
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Brent, Karen, Rick and Family,
So sorry to learn of your loss. You will be in my prayers. Sending Hugs and Prayers for the Family.