of Marvell, AR
September 25, 1935 - August 27, 2021
Mary Ann Jeffries, age 85, of Marvell, Arkansas passed away Friday, August 27, 2021 at her home. Mrs. Jeffries was born September 25, 1935 in Marvell to the late Marald and Bernice Bagwell. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Marvell and worked as a registered nurse at Helena Regional Medical Center for 59 years until her retirement in 2013.
Mary Ann is survived by her daughter, Debra Kay Schaffhauser (Robert Allen) of Marvell; granddaughter, Sara Roth (Jeremy) of Marvell; great-grandchildren, Sawyer Allen Roth and Ty William Roth; and many other family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lloyd B. Jeffries, Jr.; and sister, Marilyn Schaffhauser.
A funeral service for Mary Ann Jeffries will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 30, 2021 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Schaffhauser Cemetery in Marvell. Brother Kenny Lee will officiate.
Pallbearers are Easton Davidson, Darrell Miller, Todd Russell, Herschel Schwantz, Jeremy Roth and Donald Ray Washburn.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
Sign Guestbook
26 Condolence(s)
Beverly Rogers Winney
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Debbie, I am very saddened to learn of the passing of your Mom. The nursing profession was blessed to have her a part of it for so many years. She helped teach, and influenced a generation of nurses! Praying for comfort for you, Sarah and family.
Linda Hall
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Prayers for Mary Ann’s family and friends. She will always be remembered as one of the Golden Girks. Rest in Love
Cheryl Parrish
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Prayers....
Bobbie Chisnall
Monday, August 30, 2021
So sorry about your mother just heard about it. My prays are with you and your family. Love y’all
Bobbie Chisnall
Monday, August 30, 2021
So sorry about your mother just heard about it. My prays are with you and your family. Love y’all
Mary Henderson
Monday, August 30, 2021
So sorry for the families loss. This lady was by far one of the best nurses to grace the Helena Hospital halls. May she rest in peace and may God give comfort to her family.
Mary Henderson
Monday, August 30, 2021
So sorry for the families loss. This lady was by far one of the best nurses to grace the Helena Hospital halls. May she rest in peace and may God give comfort to her family.
Teresa Wilson
Monday, August 30, 2021
Mrs. Debbie,
I am sorry for your loss. You and the rest of your family will be in our thoughts and prayers at Sears.
Missy Ishmael
Monday, August 30, 2021
Debbie, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Lots of memories with Mary Ann. Prayers for you, Rob and Sara.
Joanne Webb
Monday, August 30, 2021
Dear Family,
So sorry for your loss. How well I remember Mrs. Jeffries! She was instrumental in saving my son's life. God Bless Her. You can certainly be proud of your loved one; she was an excellent nurse.
Bobby and Deana Stewart
Monday, August 30, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know how much we are praying for you and your family. I love you sweet cousin of mine. I truly wish I could be there for you today but I’m sending big hugs and lots of love your way. Your mom was a very special woman and I will always treasure my memories of her. Paula.
Jeanne L Groves
Monday, August 30, 2021
Debbie - So sorry to hear about your Mom. Thinking of you during this time. May God bless you and your family.
Christine.Layton
Monday, August 30, 2021
I was so sorry to hear that Mrs Jeffrey had passed away ,she was as a super Nurse and one of the niceest people you could ever meet. I know she will be missed by her family ad e bc we ryo NB e who knew her. My prayers for her daughter , granddaughter and all her family and friends . RIP MARY ANN.
Howard and Evelyn Griffin
Monday, August 30, 2021
Prayers for the family and many friends. Mary Ann was a great nurse and friend to my family. She will be greatly missed.
Ed Pat Wright
Monday, August 30, 2021
Mrs. Jeffries has always been so kind and sweet. We are going to miss her so much.
David & Laurie Lee Gschwend
Sunday, August 29, 2021
Our condolences. Mary Ann had a long and productive life. She will be rembered and missed by many. David Gschwend by
Marie Thompson
Sunday, August 29, 2021
So sorry to hear of Mary Ann's passing. I worked with her many years at Helena Hospital. She was my supervisor, and then my Director of Nursing. A great lady, and she will be missed by many.
Georgia Branch
Sunday, August 29, 2021
You will be missed, Rest you have done well.
Patricia Holland
Sunday, August 29, 2021
Rest in Paradise my friend. I learned a lot from you. You were firm but fair and a very caring Nurse.
randy fitts
Sunday, August 29, 2021
Sorry to hear about your mom. Your mother was a sweet woman.
Diane Karr
Sunday, August 29, 2021
My deepest sympathies. Such a good and generous heart â¤ï¸
Scott Hall
Sunday, August 29, 2021
They do not make nurses like Ms Jeffries anymore. She was truly devoted to her career and was a top A nurse. She will be missed.
Angela C Brooks
Sunday, August 29, 2021
I adored this lady, I learned Alito from her, and she kept me laughing. My condolences...
Betty Laxson
Sunday, August 29, 2021
RIP: She was sweet, and kind and took her Nursing very seriously. She will be greatly missed by her Family, Friends, co workers from HRMC::
Shirley Brister
Saturday, August 28, 2021
I'm So sorry to hear this.
I'm so sorry to hear this. Many prayers and sympathy to friends and family. Worked with her for years. She was a wonderful person. nurse. and friend. I will never forget her.
Johnny and Linda Dunlap
Saturday, August 28, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of loss. May God be with youðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ™ðŸ¼