of Benton, AR
October 16, 1928 - June 3, 2021
Mary Elizabeth Anthony, 92, of Benton, passed into the loving arms of her Savior on Thursday, June 3, 2021. She was born October 16, 1928, in what was then, the Thomasville Community near Palestine, to Lee Falsom and Allie Josephine Shelby Gray.
Mary was the most caring and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and soon-to-be great-great-grandmother. She had a heart of gold and you never doubted that she was talking to someone, somewhere, making their day full of laughs and joy. She was very social and enjoyed being the ''door greeter'' when she moved to Heartland Rehabilitation and Care Center. Her life was filled with numerous adventures, including camping with her husband, Charles, doing word searches, and attending church. She will be missed, but her memory will be cherished, and her legacy will continue through those who loved and cared for her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Charles Anthony, and brothers, Merrill Leo Gray, Cecil Jefferson Gray, Charlie Wade Gray, and Marion Shelby Gray.
Mary is survived by her sons, David Allen Anthony, Kenneth Ray Anthony and wife, Jeannie; daughter, Dana Elizabeth McClellan and husband, Junior; grandchildren, James McClellan, Jason McClellan and wife, Courtenay, Heather Priest and husband, Flynn, Holly Chung and husband, Sammy; great-grandchildren, McKynzie McClellan, Jaycee McClellan, Emree McClellan, Belle Dean, Abbie Priest, Charlie Priest; one great-great-grandson on the way, River Patrick; sisters, Dollie Barnard, Vicki L. Smith and her husband, Tim, and many other extended family members and friends.
A Funeral Service will be Tuesday, June 8, 2021, 1:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Road, Benton.
Visitation will be Monday, June 7, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home.
Interment will follow the service at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Arkansas, 201 West Markham Center Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205.
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10 Condolence(s)
Peter Y Wui
Monday, June 7, 2021
May our Lord's peace and comport be with Holly and her family.
Diane herring
Sunday, June 6, 2021
So very for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Teena Gray
Saturday, June 5, 2021
My thoughts are with the family as you make this adjustment. I was part of the family for many years and still consider you so. God received another Angel.
Darlene Overturf
Saturday, June 5, 2021
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you Dana and Family.
Jackie Craft
Saturday, June 5, 2021
Dana, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! Mary was a sweet lady and a friend at New Life Baptist Church. Love, Jackie Craft ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Gwen Pierce
Saturday, June 5, 2021
Sending prayers and hugs for all of you.
Bonnie-DaleMeredith
Saturday, June 5, 2021
She is in a better place now! Love you Dana!
You will always have great memories!
Amanda Simmons
Saturday, June 5, 2021
I am so sorry prayers and love to you all... Love u so much Heather...she is with our Lord and Savior...my Daddy I know hugged her when she came in...
Amanda Simmons
Ruthie Bain
Friday, June 4, 2021
Ms. Mary was always glowing radiantly. Such a sweet soul. I know my mother loved her and your mom was so sweet to her and to me after she passed. What a glorious peace knowing she is celebrating with the Lord. Prayers for your family.
Martha Styers
Friday, June 4, 2021
Saying goodbye is never easy, except when we know they are in the loving arms of our Father. Praying for peace for all the Anthony family.
Martha and Dean Styers