of Parkin, AR
September 4, 1941 - December 18, 2020
Marjorie ''Markey'' K. May, 79, of Parkin, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020, in her home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Wynne, Arkansas, on September 4, 1941 to Hershel and Katherine Glenn.
Markey was preceded in death by her parents. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Robert ''Bob'' May; four sons, Scott May (Kelli), Bobby Joe May (Tonya), Brett McFadden (Ginger), and Scott McFadden; twelve grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; three sisters, Patsy Everett (Buck), Glynda Dobbins, and Peggy Stone; three brothers, Burt Glenn (Jackie), Jamey Glenn, and Danny Glenn; and her furry K-9 companion, Buddy May.
Markey earned her Master of Arts degree and taught many years in public education. She loved to travel when ever she could, and was a member of Parkin United Methodist Church. Markey deeply loved her family very much. She will be missed by all that knew her.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2020, 2:00 PM, at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, 201 N Pine Street, West Memphis, Arkansas. Interment will be at Crittenden Memorial Park Pavilion, 2206 US-64, Marion, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests for memorial donations to be made to: Parkin United Methodist Church, 101 W Smithdale Avenue, Parkin, Arkansas 72373.
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home will be following guidelines issued by the local Department of Health and the CDC regarding COVID-19. Social distancing of at least six feet is recommended for services and all funeral attendees are requested to wear masks.
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14 Condolence(s)
Randy Marr
Monday, December 28, 2020
Praying for the family
Danny & Barbara Caldwell
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. May you sense God’s presence and find comfort in knowing He will never leave or forsake you. Death leaves a heartache only God can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal. God Bless you and your family.
Bo & Trisha Glenn
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
We love you aunt Markey.
Jimmy Cox
Monday, December 21, 2020
It was so sad to hear that Markey had died. We were classmates and friends a long time ago. May she rest in peace.
Walter Childresd
Monday, December 21, 2020
Always saw Markey as that spunky little cheer leader who graced our football side-lines. She was and will always be thought of as blessing. May she Rest In Peace.
Mary Matthews
Monday, December 21, 2020
We're so sorry for your loss. Prayers and love to the family
Jeanette Parnell
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Such a sweet lady gone to rest in the arms of Jesus. She will certainly be missed but take comfort in she is not suffering anymore. God be with you Bob and all the family in this sad time.
Ann Branch
Sunday, December 20, 2020
I’ll miss her sweet smile and her kind words. So glad I got to know her.
Love to all the family.
Jennie Kittrell Holmes
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Thinking of you family members at this time and am sorry for your loss. Markey and I enjoyed each others support through the years.
Rose Gahr Young
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Markey was a classmate of mine and I will miss her. Prayers for all her family
Christy Whitby Wheeler
Sunday, December 20, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss! Love y’all
Gloria Cook Stanley
Sunday, December 20, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with y'all !
Sheila Hart
Sunday, December 20, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Markey's passing. I know she will be missed by family and all that knew and loved her....
Krystal Holifield
Sunday, December 20, 2020
This woman meant the world to me.