of North Little Rock, AR
October 4, 1935 - March 10, 2021
JaRene June Buddenberg, 85, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. She was born to the late Jake and Rena Rackley on October 4, 1935, in Russellville, Arkansas.
JaRene was a graduate of Hendrix College and went on to become a Physical Education Teacher and retired from the North Little Rock School system. She loved experiencing life and spent her time traveling. She also loved to eat out and enjoy the great company of friends. She was also an active member of Levy Baptist Church.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Mel Buddenberg; daughter, Dr. Beverly J. Spray; son, Scott Buddenberg; grandson, Curry Spray; and brother, Marcus Rackley.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 15, at 2:00 P.M. at Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock. A visitation will be held one-hour prior to services. A graveside service will follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park.
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22 Condolence(s)
SUSAN ROBERSON
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Mr. Buddenberg, Bev, and Scott, I just heard today of Mrs. Buddenberg’s passing. I have so many fond memories of your family. I’m sending my love and prayers.
Susan Huddleston Roberson
Dale McEuen
Monday, March 29, 2021
This world is a lot darker and Heaven alot brighter with the passing of this very soft hearted Lady. A true living Angel. I remember Mrs Buddenberg during my brief time at Ole Main in '84. Though she was not my teacher, I will always remember Her smile and warm greetings whenever we would pass. There could never be any easy words at a time like this. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with Family and Friends during this dark and difficult time ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤
Joyce Vandegrift Smith
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
What a sweet, soft spoken lady. I liked her so much. I did not like P.E.
Mrs. Buddenberg made it better. I hope she knew how loved she was by decades of young girls. God Bless all of your family as you have to adjust to life without her. She is with God now and whatever she suffered from is gone.
Teresa C MCDUFFIE
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Beverly,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Teresa McDuffie
Sandra Hambrick
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
I’m sorry to hear about Mrs Buddenberg, she was my P.E. teacher for many years. She will be missed.
Thomas "Boo" McDonald
Monday, March 15, 2021
Mel, Beverly, Scott, & extended family:
Very sorry to just learn of JaRene's passing, she was such a sweet lady !
She holds a very special place in my heart as one of our NLR "Bellwood Moms" from my childhood.
I know my parents and two brothers loved her as well, and often talked about her gentle and soft-spoken spirit. I also know that many of my former high school classmates loved her as their PE teacher, and she was well respected and liked within the coaching staff. Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Chary Akmyradov
Monday, March 15, 2021
Beverly,
I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.
Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you.
Janet Storment
Monday, March 15, 2021
Beverly,
You and your family are in my prayers. Know that while you mother is not with you here she is watching over you from heaven.
Lois J Williams-Raynor
Monday, March 15, 2021
Beverly, I pray God's comfort and peace surround you and your family during this time of bereavement.
Lois
Karen Smith
Monday, March 15, 2021
My heart aches for you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
You have my number.
Karen
Donna Melton Creasy
Monday, March 15, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Buddenberg's passing. She was always so sweet....great lady! My prayers are with you all!!!
Shika Matlock
Sunday, March 14, 2021
Beverly, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mrs. J was a very sweet woman! I am going to really miss her. Please do not hesitate to let us know if you need anything. Shika
Pam Neal Rikard
Sunday, March 14, 2021
I am one of her students from NLR High School who had the privilege of becoming friends after graduation. She was such a sweet and kind lady. My momma and her loved working with the children at church. Mel and her family are in my thoughts prayers.
Greg Davis
Sunday, March 14, 2021
There are no words for me to say except Mel, Beverly, & Scott I love and miss y'all. Know I am praying 🙠for each of you. I spent more time down at your house rather than my own. I consider you my extended family for now and always.
Greg
501 786-1672 Beverly when you're ready please call.
Vickie and Joe Keeton
Saturday, March 13, 2021
Dear Mel and family,
JaRene was a very special lady. She always had a giving and generous spirit. She lived with the love of Christ in her heart. She will be missed. We send our love and prayers to you.
Vickie and Joe Keeton
Linda (Peters) McKenzie
Saturday, March 13, 2021
Mrs. Buddenberg had such a sweet and gentle spirit, yet showed the strength that was inside her. She was loved by all who knew her.
Judy Dover
Saturday, March 13, 2021
So sorry to hear about Mrs. Buddenberg’s passing. Praying fir her family. She was a great lady.
Karen Boone
Friday, March 12, 2021
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Buddenburg's passing, my sincere condolences to your family. I shared her obituary on our NLR Class of 1971 page and many comments were posted of how well she was liked as our PE teacher. It's amazing to think what a positive impact she made on us over 50 years ago and how fondly she is remembered all these years later. May she rest in love!
Carol Shults Stark
Friday, March 12, 2021
One of the finest teachers I have ever known. Mrs. Buddenburg treated every student with a quiet confident respect.
Martha (Cole) Thorpe
Friday, March 12, 2021
Very sorry to learn about Mrs Buddenberg’s passing. Prayers of comfort for her family & friends. ðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ™ðŸ¼
Sandy boultinghouse
Friday, March 12, 2021
Loved this lady. Kindest heart ever.
Karen Perry Scott
Thursday, March 11, 2021
I have very fond high school memories of Mrs.Buddenburg and her daughter Beverly. Beverly and I both had a mom teaching at NLR High. Hugs and prayers for your family Beverly, Love, Karen Ann