of Harrison, AR
August 26, 1944 - April 29, 2021
Johnie Melton Schermerhorn Wren, a resident of Harrison, Arkansas for over 50 years, died Thursday afternoon at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center surrounded by family and friends.
Johnie was preceded in death by her husbands, Gary W Lowery, James H Schermerhorn, and Enzel O Wren. She was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church. She served many soup luncheons during lent, served as the homeroom mom and at spaghetti suppers at Skyline Heights Elementary, was the NACC dance team sponsor/coach, and volunteered for the American Cancer Society. She loved to garden, cook, entertain guests, make daily to-do lists each morning over coffee, and write up itineraries for upcoming trips. She had a life-long work ethic, including helping husband Jim as the owner-operator of Hurricane River Cave, administration at North Arkansas College (NACC) from 1978 to 1989, and spent her retirement years as a substitute teacher at Eagle Heights Elementary and working as an assistant at Edward Jones.
Johnie was born in Harrison in 1944, the daughter of Johnie W. Melton of Pyatt and her mother, Billie McGinnis, of Batesville.
Johnie is survived by her brother, Louis Melton and wife Julie; her sister, Betty Scott and husband Jim; her sons, John Lowery and wife Heather; Erick Schermerhorn and wife, Amber; her step-son, Jimmy Schermerhorn and wife Ashley; step-daughter, Michele McGarrah; granddaughters, Megan Lowery and Ashton, Addison, and Emma Schermerhorn; her beloved nephews and nieces, John Paul Melton, Amanda Peterson, Emily Swett, Liz Sigfridson, and Megan Hovis; her brothers-in-law, Ed (Kay), David (Wendy), and Richard (Susan) Schermerhorn; Gaylon (Jan) Lowery; and her sister-in-law LeEtta (John) East; and many nephews and nieces and their children.
Johnie had so many friends and family who were a blessing in her life, but the family would like to thank Marilyn Mathis, Barbara Bell, Ernie Young, Billye Lawrence, and Fred and Andrea Spry for all the help and support these last few years.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or your preferred cancer research center. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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11 Condolence(s)
Edith Barrett
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Goodbye, my sweet little childhood friend. My sympathy and love to the family.
Sherri D King
Friday, May 7, 2021
I'm so very sorry for your loss. What a legacy she leaves behind. Johnie was always a delight to be around, loved carrying on conversations with her. My condolences to the family.
Joyce Turney
Thursday, May 6, 2021
My thoughts and prayers to all the family on Johnie's passing. She was such a sweet, precious lady. So sorry for loss of your Sister, Louis.
Melissa block
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Prayers be with each family member and friend at this time of loss. She will be missed by all.
Billy, Michele and Olivia Carroll
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with during this time.
Elizabeth Sigfridson
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
A beautiful obituary that highlights her amazing work ethic and unstoppable mind set! The fact that she started each day with her "to do" list showcases what an amazing member to her community, and family she really was! She was dedicated, and nothing could stop her! I loved her so much and wish I could her voice one more time. She will be greatly missed....
Love, Liz
Joan (Gredell) Price
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
My condolences to Johnie's family. She was such a great lady, and dearly loved by me and so many other people.
Linda Mathis
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
So very sorry. Prayers if comfort for the family.
Melissa Lowery Neeley
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends . Louis Im so very sorry about your sister. May God give you comfort and peace..
Donna Gene Childers
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
I’m sure Johnie has everything well organized to suit us all...
Rest in your peace....
Susan Smith
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Johnnie at Eagle Heights! She was always a bright spot in everyone’s day! You always knew that if Johnnie was your sub, your class was in great hands. She will be truly missed.