of Searcy, AR
June 7, 1927 - September 2, 2021
Earnesteen Meacham 94 of Searcy passed away in her home September 2, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was born on June 7, 1927 in White County Arkansas to the late Strather Houston Bridges and Sarah Leona Landis Bridges.
With a long career in the restaurant business, she was known for her great food and desserts. She enjoyed taking care of her guest and employees. She treated both of them like her extended family.
Earnesteen loved music more than food (for which she was known) and was a regular performer on 'The Backyard Frolic' in the 50's. She performed with the group called The Hosanna Singers.
She loved the Lord and lived a life reflecting that love. We who knew and loved her are left with a huge void, but also a great blessing for having her in our lives.
She was preceded in death by her husband's Duane Meachan and Woodrow Tipton; three brothers Delbert, Ray, and Carl Bridges, one sister Beulah Lenoard and one grandchild Charlotte D'Auteuil.
Survivors include her son Wade Meacham (Beth); daughters Huberta D'Auteuil and Dean Tedford; and one sister Inelta Pruett; eleven grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren and fourteen great-great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 Monday, September 6, 2021 at the Roller-Daniel Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral Service will be 11:00 am Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Searcy First Assembly with interment to follow at Philadelphia Cemetery in Judsonia, Arkansas.
Online guestbook: rollerfuneralhomes.com/searcy
Teenie was the best co-mom, friend, Christian, cook, singer, and hug- giver that I have ever known.
My condolences to the family. May God bless you all. She was a very very special lady. Better yet- Teenie was the "ELITE".
Aunt Teenie undoubtedly deserves the highest regards any woman could possibly receive. Thank you Teenie for being there for me. I KNOW that your in Heaven Ma'am.
Love and remembrance always-
Niki Puszewski
I am so sorry for y0ur loss, the gift of those many year
created so many wonderful memories; sorry she had to come to NYC to break an ankle, God knew she would be in angel care; Huberta
My heart is saddened at the passing of this sweet lady that was loved by so many. She is now rejoicing in heaven with loved ones that have been awaiting her arrival. Sending love and prayers for comfort to all her family and friends.
We were saddened to hear of Sister Earnesteen’s passing. She would come to Mount Zion Church of God where we pastor during revivals and sing. We loved to hear her and Sister Pruitt sing. Sister Earnesteen will be missed by many. ♥ï¸
Sis Earnesteen will be greatly missed. I don’t think there has ever been a time that she was not smiling when I would see her. She was so full of life and had the best attitude! Searcy First Assembly will greatly miss this woman of God!! Huberta, I love you and will be praying for you guys!
With prayers and love to the family and friends! She was an amazing woman!
Deepest condolences to the family of this fine woman.
My thoughts and prayers are with each an everyone of you all!! She was a great mentor to me when I was young, I worked for her a long time she taught me so much! I love her dearly!! I love you all!!
Sorry for the families loss. She was loved dearly and will be truly missed.
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I will not be able to attend either the visitation or the funeral. I'm still trying to get over this broken leg. Just know that I will be praying for all of you. Love you all.
Sorry to hear of your great loss.
Wade, so sorry to hear of your precious Momma passing.
I always loved talking to your Mom.
What a legacy she left behind.
Please know you are all in our prayers.
Don & Sharon
Love you, Aunt Teenie