of North Little Rock, AR
July 16, 1941 - August 4, 2020
Burni Carol (Self) Tolbert, 79, of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 in North Little Rock. She was born on July 16, 1941 in Clarksville, Arkansas to her parents, Harlan Self and Violet (Hufford) Self.
Burni worked for 25 years as a Promotion Director for Sherwood Lanes before retiring. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother. Burni was known for her warm personality and infectious smile. She was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother JR Self.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, James "Jim" Tolbert; son Brian Tolbert of North Little Rock; daughter Cheryl and husband Bill Kenner of Knoxville; two grandchildren Dalton Kenner and wife Miranda, Caitlin Kennedy and husband Kyle; three great grandchildren Brynn, Lily and Graham; one sister Jo Johnson and husband Jimmie of Rogers; two brothers Jerry Self and wife Glenda of Lowell, and Larry Self of Springdale; and a host of other family and friends.
Open Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., on Friday, August 7, 2020 at Roller-Cox Funeral Home in Clarksville.
Graveside Service will be held on Friday, August 7, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. at Oakland Cemetery in Clarksville under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home in Clarksville, Arkansas.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 100 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
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13 Condolence(s)
Rick and Danette Rucker
Monday, August 10, 2020
Jim, it hurts our hearts that Berni has passed. You two where like two book ends. You where just made for each other. She truly will be missed and remembered. I know she is in a better place looking down thru the heavens. Danette and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless!!
Ruth Elmer
Sunday, August 9, 2020
Burnie was a good friend. After she stopped bowling in the league we still enjoyed her visiting the teams and catching up on everybody's news. It was a delight to see her on base when our calendars agreed. Ruth
Bob and Wendy Duff
Friday, August 7, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Cheryl during this time of your mom’s passing.âœï¸
Nancy Muldoon
Friday, August 7, 2020
Rest in peace Burni..Sorry for your lost Jim.
Robert Teeter
Friday, August 7, 2020
Deepest heartfelt condolences
Curtis Sparks
Friday, August 7, 2020
Such a sweet woman with an infectious smile. Rest in Peace, Burni. My thoughts & prayers go out to Jim, Cheryl and family for their loss. God Bless.
Phyllis Johnson Jones
Thursday, August 6, 2020
So sorry. Burni was in my class at Hartman when we were in elementary school. You always remember those special friends. My sympathy, Jim, and family.
Michael and Rhonda Wood
Thursday, August 6, 2020
With Love. Miss your big smile. Know you loved and were so proud of your incredible family.
TraceySkaggs
Thursday, August 6, 2020
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom.
Johnny Ray
Thursday, August 6, 2020
A very gracious lady...Jim and family, I am grieved that she has left you. She is at rest. It was an honor to have grown up with her and her siblings.
Linda Mooney
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Timothy and Debbie Self
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
I miss you. Find Grandpa, Grandma and Uncle JR. and tell them we all miss and love them very much. Watch over us. I love you. Timmy, loved it when you called me that.
Mike and Sue White
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
What a loving smile Burni always shared! She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for you Jim and your children.