of Batesville, AR
June 6, 1944 - August 23, 2021
Charlotte Jean Tanner Finney of Batesville passed away on August 23rd, 2021 at her beloved childhood home, surrounded by her family. Charlotte was born on D-Day, June 6th, 1944 to James and Mary Jean Tanner at her grandmother's home in Clover Bend, Arkansas.
Charlotte was a 1962 graduate of Batesville High School and earned her B.A. from Arkansas (Lyon) College. For most of her career she taught fourth grade at Pleasant Plains and Floral, leaving her students with memories of classroom pets, Charlotte's Web, the Little House books, and a love of learning. The last ten years of her career she was the director of the Midland High School alternative program where she opened a day care and continuing education center for teen mothers. She loved children and always wanted them around her. She worked many years with Family Violence Prevention and served on its board of directors. Charlotte was an avid collector of antiques and loved going to auctions and estate sales. She was a voracious reader and loved playing bridge and other card games. Above all, Charlotte loved helping people. Without judgement or conditions, she helped anyone who came to her door. She enriched the lives of many people and they certainly enriched hers.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, James J. Tanner, Jr. She is survived by her husband, Doyne; daughters Stacey Lindsey (Elbert) and Beth Finney; son Jason Finney (Mark); sister Dorothy Winters and brother Charles Tanner (Nancy); sister-in-law Daphine Platt; nieces Missy Tanner Herron and Sonya Platt; nephews Brian Tanner and Andy Hubbs; dear friend, Margo Baker and loved one, Scotty Merrell. She cherished her grandchildren Will Tanner Lindsey, Elley Lindsey and Caleb Finney. She also treasured those who called her ''Nana'', Chase and Jocie Baker and Lucky, Ce'ce, and Asiah Christman.
Pallbearers are Mark Fortenberry, Elbert Lindsey, Tanner Lindsey, Brian Tanner, Andy Hubbs, and Chase Baker. The family would like to thank her wonderful caregivers Connie Kihn and Tammy Pierce.
Graveside services will be at 10:00 am Thursday, August 26th at Palestine Cemetery, Hutchinson Mountain, Floral, Arkansas. The family will receive guests at 9:00 am with the service immediately following at 10:00 am. Please feel free to bring a chair if needed.
Donations in her honor may be made to Lyon College, P.O. Box 2317, Batesville, AR 72503 or Family Violence Prevention of Batesville, 192 E. Main, Batesville, AR 72501.
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11 Condolence(s)
Becky Johnson
Monday, August 30, 2021
Stacey I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a very nice lady and one of my contacts at the Coop for Midland Preschool always had a smile for me when I came into her room. Prayers for you and your family
Linda F. THOMPSON
Thursday, August 26, 2021
Charolett was a joy to be with .I miss our Bible study groups . sending prayers amd love to her family
Sharon and Paul Strecker
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
So sorry for your loss. She was a fun person to be around. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Sharon Strecker
Gary Riggs
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
She was my teacher at one time. I'm sure she will be missed. Prayers for the Family
Debbie Tate
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
We all love Mrs.Finney my kids thought she was the best teacher there ever was. We are so sorry for your loss your in our thoughts and prayers ðŸ™
Clay & Louise Keene Hooper
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. She was such a pleasant person to talk to and to be around. Our prayers are with you.
Tammy Peck
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Miss Finney was my 4th grade teacher in 1973-1974 school year and was a great person.
My Father Clayton "Ledoy" Staggs passed away in July 1973 just before the new school year, Miss Finney was a rock for me to hang on to in my time of need. I will always remember her ability to comfort me. She was the BEST!
I have many happy memories of her in our class room. I Loved her very much.
Sue Turner
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Gerald and I send to this family our prayers and sympathy. Charlotte leaves a host of memories that will bring a smile to your faces and warm your broken hearts. I lived beside Charlotte as a child and worked with her many years at Midland Schools. Charlotte was colorful and spirited in character and filled with love and a passion for serving others. As an educator she touched the lives of so many. She loved to tell her ''war'' stories and by the end of every story the listener could see the depth of love and dedication she had for her students. She was generous with help to those in need. Serving was her passion. RIP Charlotte and thank you for sharing your life with so many of us.
Virginia Wray
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Jason, I am so very sorry to hear of your mother's death. I would be a the funeral tomorrow except I have a 9:00 doctor's app't. I'd love to see you if you are going to be here a few days. Shoot me an email.
She was a devoted worker at Family Violence Prevention. I enjoyed getting to know her there.
Sincerely,
Virginia
Billie Grady
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
I loved her! She was one of the first volunteers I met when I started with Family Violence Prevention as Volunteer Coordinator. January, 2000. Thank you for your service Charlotte ðŸ'œ
Debra West
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
So very sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in our prayers. Love to you.