of Yellville, AR
April 14, 1941 - September 19, 2020
Francis Gaynell Sasser, age 79, of Yellville, Arkansas passed away Saturday September 19, 2020 in Harrison, Arkansas.
Gaynell was born April 14, 1941 in Motley County Texas to the late Elbert Lee and Vera (Webb) Mitchell. She moved to the area in 1974, coming here from Brush, Colorado. Gaynell had an AA degree in Business from NARCC. Her jobs through her life included working in the Clerk's office, Marion County Hospital and Marion County Nursing Home as administrator. Gaynell was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Yellville where she played in the Ukulele Band, sang in the church choir, and led a Grief Share group. Gaynell also enjoyed singing in the Community Choir.
Mrs. Sasser is survived by her husband of 30 years, Jimmy Joe Sasser of the home; her daughters: Lanita Ladd (Cliff) of Lubbock, Texas; Laura Davidson (Michael) of Fort Smith, Arkansas; her brothers: Wayburn ''Pug'' Mitchell of Paducah, Texas; Doyne Mitchell of LA County, California; her sister Wanda Goss of Littlefield, Texas; three grandchildren: Christina Rossen, Jennifer Campbell, and Kyle Walker; and six great-grandchildren.
Gaynell was preceded in death by her parents, and an infant daughter Lani Gayle Sedgwick.
A Funeral service will be 10:00 am Tuesday September 22, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Yellville, Arkansas with Bro. Rick Pyron officiating.
Visitation will be 12:00 1:00 pm Thursday September 24, 2020 at Zapata Funeral Home in Matador, Texas.
A graveside service will follow at 2:00 pm Thursday at Roaring Springs Cemetery in Roaring Springs, Texas.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church General Fund, PO Box 466, Yellville, AR 72687.
Because of our concern for our community and the families we serve, we at Roller-Burns Funeral Home are encouraging families to practice social distancing and wear masks at all times. For funeral services in churches, we are following guidelines set forth for houses of worship in accordance with Covid19 protocol and guidelines as outlined by the Arkansas Department of Health.
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31 Condolence(s)
Tom & Julia Angel
Monday, October 5, 2020
So very sorry to learn of this loss. Gaynell was a good person and friend. Our prayers to Joe and all of the family.
Linda Robinson
Saturday, September 26, 2020
My love, thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy Joe and the rest of the family! Gaynell was a great person! She will be missed!
Larry and Kathy Fisher
Thursday, September 24, 2020
Continuing thoughts and prayers for family and friends during this time ðŸ™â¤. May you feel the arms of God wrapped around you at this time
Jeannette S Bolin
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
so very sorry for your loss
Jeannette S Bolin
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
so very sorry for your loss
Everett Benton
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Thinking of you Jimmy Joe in your time of loss and to her family also ,praying for God to give you peace.
Austin’s and Henderson’s
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Jimmy Jo and family,
So sorry to hear this about Gaynell. Love to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Just let us know if you need anything.
Love,
Orval and Benita Austin
Mary Jane Henderson
Ana "Feeser" Verdoot
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
She was a sweet, kind, loving person. She will be missed by so many. But we will she her again someday.
Nora Keeter
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
So sorry prayers for Joe and all the family
Danny & Petra Pershall
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Cal Clift
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
May God continue to bless her family even while she is not here with us.
Frank Narramore
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss
Janie Purdom
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
So sorry to hear about Gaynell. She was a great lady. My condolences to Jimmy Joe & all her family.
Janell Sasser Selby
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
I am so very for your loss. While I didn't know Gaynell as well as I would have liked, I always enjoyed talking with her. She seemed to be an exceptionally warm and welcoming person. I know she will be incredibly missed.
Josie Raetz
Monday, September 21, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Gaynell passing away. Prayers to Jimmy Joe and the two daughters!
Lateresa Wheeler
Monday, September 21, 2020
I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Wayburn and Bennie Mitchell
Monday, September 21, 2020
Little Sister, no more pain in heaven
Connie Patterson
Monday, September 21, 2020
May the Lord be with the family in their time of grief, Gaynell is with the Lord now
Praise the Lord
Sarah Underwood Martin
Monday, September 21, 2020
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Brenda Morris
Monday, September 21, 2020
So sorry to hear of this. Prayers for Jimmy Joe and the family. Pray God’s peace covers you all.
Rob Morton
Monday, September 21, 2020
To Joe, please accept my sincere condolences and sympathy for the passing of your dear wife. The Lord will comfort you and give you strength is my prayer.
Vicki Roberts
Monday, September 21, 2020
JOE AND FAMILY i JUST HERD ABOUT GAYNELL AND i AM HEART BROKEN. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND A FRIEND. PLEASE KNOW THAT I AM PRaying for you and the entire family If I can help in any way please let me know. We shared so many good times together and I will never forget her.
Lou Annis Kelley
Monday, September 21, 2020
Heartfelt sympathy for the family. She was a sweet friend.
Verlia Allen
Monday, September 21, 2020
So sorry for your loss may God be with you and the family
Mike and Donna Benton Treat
Monday, September 21, 2020
Jimmy joe so sorry for your loss . She was a very special lady. May God give you peace at this time.
Terry and Karen Wilson
Monday, September 21, 2020
God bless the family sorry for your lost
Gwen Stice
Monday, September 21, 2020
Gaynell was a bright and shining light in this community and she is certainly going to be missed! Prayers for her family!
Linda Moreau
Monday, September 21, 2020
Jimmy Joe, so sorry to hear of Gaynell’s passing. I can remember how excited I was when you two got together. Thankful for your many years together. Prayers for your comfort during this sad time.
Judith R. Bearden
Monday, September 21, 2020
Our deepest sympathy
Judith and Larry
Roger Barrett
Monday, September 21, 2020
Sorry for your loss
Jim Keyes
Monday, September 21, 2020
Another light has left us to take her place among the stars and angels. Rest in peace, Gaynell.