of Harrison, AR
November 8, 1939 - July 21, 2021
Rachel Rains Villines, age 81, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Hospice of the Hills. She was born in Rambo, Arkansas on November 8, 1939, to John and Marie Rains. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth; her parents; her daughters, Barbara Schuyler and Tonia Villines; her sons, Gary Villines and Wayne Villines; her brothers Ben Rains, Francis Rains, and Norman Rains; and her sister, Helen Housley.
Rachel is survived by her daughter, Renee Baker, of Harrison, Arkansas; her son, Ronnie Hinkle, of Salem, Oregon; her sister, Connie Griffin and her husband Ron of Chimes, Arkansas; her brother, Raburn Rains and Lena of Leslie, Arkansas; eleven grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews, who all loved her dearly.
Rachel was the proprietor of her own business, Villines Upholstery, for over 23 years. She was the Matriarch of a sprawling family that spans the entire United States. She was active even into her later years, especially bowling where she and her late husband played in all manner of different leagues. Even after his passing, she continued to play well into her 60s. Rachel enjoyed gardening and providing food for her family at family gatherings that happened multiple times a year. She was quick with a joke and was always looking to lift the spirits of others even those outside the family. Rachel spent time in recent years playing Bingo and spending time with her friends at the Senior Club in Harrison.
Visitation was Monday, July 26, 2021, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home Chapel.
The funeral service was Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home, with Pastor Eddie Reed officiating.
Burial was at Beechwood Cemetery in Ponca, Arkansas.
Pallbearers were Shawn Cutburth, Marshall Waters, Wesley Sparks, Larry Griffin, Stacey Griffin, and Sonny Villines.
Honorary pallbearers were Tami with Home Instead and the staff of Hospice of the Hills.
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21 Condolence(s)
Wanda Rains
Friday, July 30, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss, I pray for God to give you peace and comfort, I wish I could have been able to come, but I'm not able to make the trip ,would love to see everyone ,love..
Juanita Keymer
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
I will always miss Rachel!! Always so kind and caring. Rachael covered a chair that I still have. Every time I look at it I see Rachel!! Thank you for always being so kind to me!!
Shawn Cutburth
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
I will miss you granny. You taught me so much and always made me happy.
Roger & Tina Turner
Sunday, July 25, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May fond memories and the prace of the Lord comfort you.
Shawnee Cutburth
Sunday, July 25, 2021
I love you so much and miss you, I had always loved playing skipbo with you at Thanksgiving.
Samantha cutburth
Sunday, July 25, 2021
"There are a lot of things to say but perhaps the stars in the sky are rather openings where our love ones shine down to let us know they are happy, as long as there is love and memories there is no true loss I love you my grate grandma" â€-Sam
Samantha Brasel
Saturday, July 24, 2021
Riley and I will miss you very much Granny. I'm sure Dad is happy to have both his parents with him now. We love you.
Riley Brasel
Saturday, July 24, 2021
I love and miss you so much. I'm so lucky to have been your granddaughter
Rusty & Donna Lynn Willis
Saturday, July 24, 2021
To Rachel’s family,
We would like to send you all our condolences-we really enjoyed playing Bingo with Rachel at the Senior Club. Praying for you all,
Rusty & Donna Lynn (Willis)ðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ’œðŸ‘©â€â¤ï¸â€ðŸ‘¨
Danny and Sharon Wooods
Friday, July 23, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Her and mom are reminiscing about right now. They were good friends
Sherry Coates
Friday, July 23, 2021
Raybern and Gertrude, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Love you guys, Ronnie and Sherry
Vickie Lucas
Friday, July 23, 2021
So sorry for your loss. May God wrap you all in his loving arms where you will find comfort for the days ahead.
Linda and Paulie
Thursday, July 22, 2021
What a tremendous journey you have had Rachel. What a blessing that you came into our lives. We loved your company and your wit. You will always have a special place in our hearts.
Cheryl Gibbins
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Loved Rachel! She had such a kind and sweet spirit! Love and prayers to all the family!
Clarice Luis
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Rachael was a wonderful neighbor the past 8 years. Always enjoyed talking to her.
Rest In Peace my friend.
So sorry for your loss.
Shawna Adams
Thursday, July 22, 2021
While my family and I did not know Mrs. Villines personally we do know Shawn Cutburth and family. It is never easy when a special loved one moves on. John, Amanda and I send our condolences to the entire family.
Brenda Scott Collie
Thursday, July 22, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all her family through this time.
Oscar and Charlotte Housley
Thursday, July 22, 2021
God speed Aunt Rachel we will miss you greatly!! but we are glad you are home we can't wait to see you again.
Sydni cutburth
Thursday, July 22, 2021
I will miss my great grandma.
Terrie Cutburth
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Thank you for being the very best grandmother to my husband and great grandmother to my daughters
We will miss you so very much.
Billy Todd Griffin
Thursday, July 22, 2021
So sorry for your loss, Mrs. Rachel was always so sweet and kind to me every time that I saw her.