of West Helena, AR
April 7, 1954 - August 14, 2021
Mary Arnold, age 67, of West Helena, Arkansas passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 14, 2021. Mary was born on April 7, 1954 in Twist, Arkansas to the late Paul and Mary Arnold. She was one of seven children. She was a member of Fourth Street Baptist Church and she worked in the office at Doughboy Pool Manufacturer for numerous years.
Mary was known for her love of practical jokes (unless the joke was on her), her generous nature and her quick temper. She loved her church family and her work family but above all she loved her own family, especially her grandchildren, who could do no wrong in her eyes. She loved to watch "Judge Judy" and "The Voice" and she had no problem telling her son that he needed to go home so she could watch her shows. Mary liked playing games also, particularly Yahtzee, Uno and Rook. There were many accusations over the years that Mary may have cheated when playing games, all of which she denied fiercely. Mary also loved the occasional margarita, but don't tell Brother Lance.
Mary was sassy, fiery, funny, selfless and had a personality far bigger than her short stature would suggest. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Anna Arnold of West Helena; son, Chad Alsup (Cristy) of Lexa; stepdaughters, Becky Bailey (Don) of Holcomb, Mississippi and Leigh Hodges (Earl) of Tutweiler, Mississippi; grandchildren, Kayla Rogers (Dayton), Wesley Arnold, Cody Beck, Abby Alsup and Kyleigh Petty; great-granddaughter, Saylor Grace Rogers; her mother-in-law, Merlene Arnold of West Helena; three brothers, James Arnold (Linda) of West Helena, Paul Arnold (Beverly) of Bella Vista and Bobby Arnold (Betsy) of Benton; and many, many other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Glenn Arnold; and three sisters, Ernestine Davis, Shirley Watson and Margaret Kissick.
A funeral service for Mary Arnold will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. A visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Brother Lance Madden will officiate.
Pallbearers are Mary's nephews: Gary Davis, Tommy Davis, Jimmy Woolbright, Anthony Arnold, Brian Arnold, Jason Arnold and Robert Arnold. Honorary pallbearers are her great-nephews, Hayden Arnold, Matthew Richards, Ryan Richards, Casey Arnold and Jackson Arnold and three of Mary's favorite people from Doughboy, Doug Hollowell, David Bartlett and Larry Denson.
The family asks that instead of sending a plant to die a horrible death at the hands of Mary's daughter-in-law to please make a donation in her memory to the charity of your choice or to Fourth Street Baptist Church in West Helena.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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22 Condolence(s)
Jeremy Edgin
Sunday, September 12, 2021
I worked with her for years at Doughboy. Always stopped to talk everyday when I was leaving. She had a great personality and I truly miss her. Praying for the family!
Wanda Henson
Friday, August 20, 2021
Chad
I was so sorry to hear about your sweet mom...I am so sorry for your loss. Cherish all your precious memories.....keeping
you and the family in my prayers.
Jesse Porter
Thursday, August 19, 2021
So sorry to read of the passing of such a nice and fun lady. She is free of the challenges of her mortal live and is celebrating with her savior, Prayers for peace and comfort during this transition.
Rusty Porter
Gary&Susan Nichols
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Love and prayers for all of you
Tim Mauldin
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss, prayers of comfort for the family.
Alyssa farkas
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
So sorry for your loss she sure was a sweet person
Larry and Dianne Groves
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
We are both so sorry for the loss of Mary. She was a very sweet and caring person. She will greatly missed.
Pat and Diann Lederman
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Chad, Cristy and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Mary. We are going to miss seeing her smiling face at the Patio on Friday nights. The family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Andy & Eugenia Jones Newsom
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Mary.
She was always kind and caring.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during such a difficult time.
Doris Warrick
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mary was a great friend and coworker. We worked together for so many years I consider her as family. She will be missed. I love You Mary-Mary.
Jimmy and Pam Willis
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Mary was a “one of a kind†person and one whom I feel honored to have as family. She will be deeply missed. Much love to Aunt Merlene, sweet Anna and Chad.
Tim & Donna Ward Johnson
Monday, August 16, 2021
So sorry to hear about Mrs Mary. My Mom “Evelyn Ashabranner “ worked with her before at Hoffinger. I know she thought alot of your Mom. Know your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this day time. May you find coin the many memories you have.
Bill and Linda Everhart
Monday, August 16, 2021
our deepest sympathy love and prayers for the family love you all you are in our prayers ðŸ™
Margaret Kirk
Monday, August 16, 2021
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Mary. My daughter, Paula Bates, worked with Mary for many years.
My sincere condolences to the Arnold family.
Rest in peace Mary
Bill and Linda Everhart
Monday, August 16, 2021
our deepest sympathy love and prayers to all the family Mary was a wonderful lady now she is in heaven with her family and her sisters love you all and God bless you
Sharon & Michael E. Buie
Monday, August 16, 2021
So sorry to hear about Mary she will be missed she always told me how it was she always made me smile
Jim and Kathy Woolbright
Monday, August 16, 2021
We were so sorry to hear about Mary. We pray that our Lord blesses and comforts each of you during your time of grief.
Alfred and Dee Davis
Monday, August 16, 2021
We are deeply saddened by Mary's passing. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dearest Anna, I love you.
Jackie Sanders
Monday, August 16, 2021
James, Bobby and family, my most sincere condolences on the loss of your sister, Linda. I pray all of the good memories you have together give you comfort.
Deborah Galloway
Monday, August 16, 2021
My sincere condolences to the family of Mary Arnold of which I have had the pleasure of knowing for over twenty plus years and I will miss her dearly!!!! R.I.P. MARY......
Lynette Burt Murphy
Monday, August 16, 2021
Chad and Arnold Family:
I am so sorry to see the loss of Mary. You are each in my thoughts and prayers. Love to each of you.
Sherry Wheeler
Monday, August 16, 2021
So very sorry for the loss of this precious woman. She was a dear friend and confidante. Mary will be greatly missed.