of Perryville, AR
April 21, 1930 - December 3, 2020
Irene Cecilia Mull, age 90, passed away December 3rd, 2020 in Little Rock, AR. She was born April 21, 1930 in Shelbyville, MO to Joe and Bernadine Latchford. She was raised on a farm with her brothers Leo and Leon, whom she adored.
Irene married the love of her life, Max Mull, and had an incredible marriage with him for over 61 years. Together with Max she worked on a farm, owned and operated a book binding business and a map company, and raised a beautiful family of two daughters, Laticia (Jim) Dittrich and Lavena Sipes, late son-in-law, Tracy Sipes, and grandchildren Cameron (Julie) Sipes, Courtney Sipes, Addison (Johanna) Dittrich, Taylor Dittrich and Chelsea (Joaquin Manchego) Dittrich, and many nieces and nephews from the Latchford and Mull families of Missouri. She especially enjoyed making memories with her family at the Mull Brothers' Lake.
A cornerstone of Irene's life was her lifelong passion for art. She created thousands of pieces of art across many mediums, but perfected her painting skills in oil on canvas depicting animals in the wild, Native American scenes, landscapes, and farm life. When she wasn't painting, cheering on her favorite sports teams, or spending time with family, Irene loved to read; if you patroned the Perry County Library, you certainly knew of Irene and saw her artwork frequently on display alongside the library bookshelves. Irene was a source of love, creativity and great country cooking for all who knew her.
Graveside services will be hosted by Roller-Chenal Funeral home at 11:00am on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander, AR.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 50 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Williams Junction Fire Department, 3206 Hwy 10 E, Perryville, AR 72126.
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16 Condolence(s)
Melissa Duncan
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Laticia, I'm thinking of you and your family at this time. I'm sorry for your loss.
Abraham & Schula Gomez Rivas
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
You and your family are in our hearts and prayers
Cindi Israel
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Laticia, I am so terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet Mom. Your Mom and Dad meant a lot to me during my time in Little Rock and after. You and Jim and your whole family are on my mind and in my heart during this difficult time. Much love to you all.
Erin Thomas
Monday, December 7, 2020
Laticia, It is my hope you feel surrounded by much love. We are praying for you and your family.
Pedro and Lynn Frazier
Monday, December 7, 2020
Praying for you and your family during this very difficult time.
Mary Busby
Monday, December 7, 2020
Laticia, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Darrel Bradshaw
Monday, December 7, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Suzette Siegler
Monday, December 7, 2020
Prayers for you and your family.
Crystal Fierro
Monday, December 7, 2020
Our thoughts, prayers and sympathies are with you Laticia and your family. Beautiful tribute.
MARION YORK
Monday, December 7, 2020
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul, Kathy and Amanda Borowski
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Lavena, Cameron and Julie, Our thoughts, prayers and sympathies are with you and your family on the loss of your mother and grandmother. Love, Paul, Kathy and Amanda
Suzan mull Anderson
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Rest In Peace Aunt Irene 💕
Kathleen Chin
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Beautiful tribute for a beautiful woman. So very sorry for your loss. In deepest sorrow, The Chin Family
Bill and Nancy Gibson
Saturday, December 5, 2020
So sorry we can not be there with you. We are thinking of you and praying for comfort. Love you
Peter M. Morris
Saturday, December 5, 2020
We are sorry for your loss, and the passing of your lovely Mother.
John Chenault
Friday, December 4, 2020
I am so sorry to learn the news of your mom’s passing. I have fond memories of her and your dad. Please know I am praying for you during this time.