of Little Rock, AR
April 26, 1932 - September 19, 2021
Alice Caroline Campbell Clogston, 89, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2021 surrounded by family and loved ones. As through all her life, she beat the odds through her strong Christian faith, love of life, and positive attitude. She was an inspiration to many as a 30-year survivor of metastatic colon cancer and a life-altering car accident.
Born to Alta Scott and Dr. George O. Campbell on April 26, 1932, in Jonesboro, AR, delivered by Dr Berry, the same doctor who later delivered 5 of her 6 children. She grew up and raised her family in Trumann, AR where she enjoyed the benefits of a small town and the luxuries offered by nearby Memphis and Jonesboro. Alice had the distinction of driving her dad, the local doctor, throughout the county to make house calls and deliver babies. An active member of the Trumann Methodist Church, she considered it her church from birth to death. Her father was one of its founding members and, later, her husband was on the construction and finance committee for the current building. During the 1960s, Alice served on the church Official Board as the Sunday School Superintendent, was head of the Bereavement Committee, active in the Methodist Women and served on the parsonage building committee. Most importantly, the Methodist church is where Alice met her future husband.
While in high school, Alice met Terry Clogston, one of the young engineers who had been recruited from Mississippi State by the Singer Sewing Machine cabinet plant. They eloped during her freshman year at Lindenwood College and had three girls by the time she was 21. Terry and Alice had three more children, two boys and a girl, but her brother's son, Scott, was always part of the immediate family.
Although the terms, stay-at-home-mom and sandwich-generation had not been coined in the 60s, Alice was the example of how to do both well. With the help of others, she not only raised her children, she also cared for her elderly mother, mother in-law and aunt.
Although most of Alice's time was spent coordinating and attending her children's activities, she was also a contributing member of the Board of Directors of the Bank of Trumann which her father co-founded and member of the DAR, Century Arts and Civics Club and the Twentieth Century Club. With Terry, she was active in their farming, cotton gin operations and property management. She founded Sue and Alice dress shop with her friend, Sue Childs, which still exists as Lundie's, an ongoing business in Trumann.
After moving to Little Rock in 1991, she immersed herself in the Symphony, the Rep, Wildwood, gardening, traveling with the Evergreen Greenies, trips to the lake, shopping and making new friends with everyone she met. Most of all, she loved watching her family grow including getting to know her great-great grandchildren.
The family is forever grateful for the many people who helped to provide for our mother's health needs in her later years. Because of Alice's prolonged health issues there have been caregivers too numerous to mention. We especially want to recognize Matthew Lindsey, her favorite caregiver at Parkway Village who remained part of her life at Avenir Memory Center and Hospice Comfort Care/Bowman Road and now a valued family friend.
Alice is preceded in death by her husband, Terry McIntosh Clogston; her parents, Dr. George Otho Campbell and Alta Scott Campbell; her brother, William Campbell; her half-brother, Otho Campbell, and grandson, Merritt Hendrix.
She is survived by her children, Teresa Osam (Dr. Patrick), Rev. Janet Cavalier (Darryl), Mary Kay Hendrix (Ken), George Clogston (Jill), Loraine Grubbs (Paul), and Dr. Charles Clogston (Elizabeth); nephew: Dr. Scott Campbell (Dr. Pam Every); grandchildren: Neil Osam; Joseph Cavalier (Christina) and Adam Cavalier (Magan); Kenneth Hendrix (Samantha) and Mary Beth Jones; Kyle Clogston; Mary Alice Ross (Austin) and Sarah Grubbs; William Clogston and Jean Caroline Freitas (Gustavo); great-grandchildren: Evan and Owen Osam; Stella and Campbell Cavalier; Elliot, Haddie, C.C., and Wally Cavalier; Megan Hendrix (Wayne Grabow), Taylor Hendrix (Dylan Seaton), and Katherine Myer (Joseph), Elijah Hendrix, Ann Marie Branscum (Luc), John Michael Jacobsen, and Ethan Davis; great-great grandchildren: Harley and Cole Grabow, Riley and Asher Myer.
Memorial Service will be 2 p.m., Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 at Pulaski Heights Methodist Church, 4823 Woodlawn Drive, Little Rock, AR. There will be a greeting to follow in the Great Hall. A visitation will be from 1 -2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 at Trumann First United Methodist Church, 220 N. Pine Avenue, Trumann, AR. A family burial will follow in Jonesboro, Ar.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 113 N. Parkview, Trumann, AR 72472.
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19 Condolence(s)
Rick Hill
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Alice was one of the most charming, gracious, and generous women I know. She is one of my models for how to treat others - and hers is a life very well lived.
Susan Boe
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
The Boe girls are so sorry for your loss.
Beth Presley
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Your Mother was the definition of grace. Your family is loved and respected in Trumann! Sincerely, Beth and Donald Presley
Sharon Mollenkopf
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Thinking of your entire family as you celebrate your mother’s life.
Karen Anderson
Friday, September 24, 2021
Alice was a model of kindness and love. She took me into her home when I needed the comfort of family. I loved our movie nights/ sleepovers when I was at college. She showed me growing older meant having more fun, not less! I love you Alice.
Kenny White
Friday, September 24, 2021
Mrs. Clogston was a very kind and gracious lady. She showed respect and caring to all who met her. In our small little southern town, I viewed her as royalty. There were a few other ladies I held this view of but she was the finest. Our town was blessed to have women of her caliber. She will be missed.
Jaime Morgan
Friday, September 24, 2021
Alice was a one of a kind and I am so glad I had the privilege to know her. She had a beautiful smile and soul. I always looked forward to seeing her when she came for her hair appointment. I will truly miss her! My condolences to her family.
Julie Ann Francis Elton
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Mary Kay and all family ,sorry to hear of your moms passing. I will always remember her for her kindness and truly caring and compassion for others
Jo Ann and Robert Mcquade
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Your Mother was always a very special person to everyone she met.
I had the pleasure of getting to know her when she attended LifeQuest of Arkansas and I was employed there.
Blessings and strength as you begin your journey of her loss.
Debbie Martin
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Alice was one of the kindest people I know. She always treated everyone with kindness, respect, & genuine interest.
I practically lived at the Clogstons growning up. You see, they were my neighbors all of my childood and young adult life. Alice knew me before I knew her. Since she was expecting & wanted to practice, my mother let Alice give me my first bath.
The neighborhood consisted of lots of wonderful people but mostly Clogstons and Martins lived on our street. We became not only neighbors and life long friends, but also family. As Mr, Rogers said,"it was a beautiful day in the neightorhood".
I have many good memories of Alice and will always keep her in my heart as I do my family.
In a recent visit with Alice we talked about what we missed most about living in Trumann. Alice said, " I miss the street". I agree. - and I will miss Alice.
Kim Cherry
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Thinking of you all at this time. What an amazing woman she obviously was. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy. My sincere condolences. Thank you Lord for Mrs. Clogston’s 89 years. Heaven rejoices in her eternal homecoming.
Love,
Kim Cherry
Virginia Buck
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Teresa, remember your lovely mother from George’s time at Clarity Pointe. You and your family were wonderful caregivers and and I’m certain she realized how dearly she was loved by all the family. Will have all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Virginia Buck
Michelle Mann
Thursday, September 23, 2021
I am so very sorry about your loss and pray for peace and strength for you all at this difficult time.
Clarence Woodard
Thursday, September 23, 2021
This lady was pivotal in my life and many others!
James Marsh
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Alice Clogston was a woman of class. She lived her faith. My wife Susie’s aunt and uncle, Henry and Carlene Wilson of Truman knew Alice from church and town. They often spoke well of Alice’s character. My late mother-in-law, Mary Wilson often brightened up when mentioning Alice. My condolences to Dr. Charles Clogston and family. A life well-lived. Jim Marsh
Chaplain Beverly White
Thursday, September 23, 2021
It was my JOY serving as your Chaplain at the Comfort Care Center. I have not seen this level of faith and submission to God's will as I did in this family! God continue to bless and keep you.
Sheri
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
What an interesting overview of who your mom was -- and how well she was loved. May God fill your hearts with peace, despite your grief at her passing. Great to know you will see her again! XO
George & Beth Nunnally
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Sending all of you prayers and love. Such wonderful memories of a special lady and family!
Anne Head
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
What a beautiful story of a well-lived life!