of Little Rock, AR
October 17, 1927 - September 22, 2021
Jeanne McDaniel passed away September 22, 2021, at the age of 93. She was predeceased by her husband, Colonel Ernest Lee McDaniel, and their son, James Lee McDaniel. She is survived by her daughter, Betsy McDaniel and her husband Philippe Briandet, of Washington, DC, and Jeanne's grandson, Benjamin McDaniel Briandet, his wife Deborah and their son Michael, of San Francisco.
Jeanne was born in Memphis and raised in Lonoke, where she was an honor graduate of Lonoke High School. She attended Lindenwood College and graduated from Ole Miss in 1949 with a Bachelor of Business Administration.
Before her marriage, she was employed by the TVA in Chattanooga and the FBI in Little Rock. After Col. McDaniel's death in 1967, she worked in the Arkansas House of Representatives and her family's abstract business in Lonoke.
Her many volunteer activities included the USO, Fort Roots Gray Ladies, Arkansas Arts Center, Old State House, St. Vincent Auxiliary and UALR.
She was also a member and past president of her DAR Chapter, the Arkansas Division of the UDC and Arkansas Pioneers.
She volunteered during President Clinton's administration in the White House Office of Presidential Correspondence and, upon opening, at the Clinton Presidential Library and the Clinton School of Public Service, where she especially enjoyed getting to know the students.
Jeanne loved to travel internationally with The Arkansas Arts Center and other groups, often taking her daughter and grandson along, and traveled extensively with her son.
Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, September 27, 2021 at Rest Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church or Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkansas: Rmhcarkansas.org
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12 Condolence(s)
Ann Ivey
Friday, October 8, 2021
I was so sorry to learn of your mother's death. I worked with her at the Clinton Library for many years. I always enjoyed visiting with her-what a delightful person she was! She will be missed.
Ann Ivey
Patricia Eichler
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
John and I were so very sorry to read of your Mothers death. We as well as she were members of a small group of folks who enjoyed opera. We met for several years at 2nd Presbyterian Church. She was always a joy to see. I also worked with her at the Clinton Center on several occasions. Her smiling face and sweet disposition will be missed May she rest in peace
Jo ann coleman
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
I am so sorry...Jeanne was a dear person...I always enjoyed spending time with her...especially at the Arkansas Glasshoppers Christmas parties....we always had so much fun when she was around...
Joetta Milhoan Duke
Monday, September 27, 2021
Betsy and Family, I was so saddened to read of your Mother's death in the paper. I have such fond memories of your parents living next door to us in Camp Robinson. Your mom would give me all of her old ''fancy'' dresses to play in. I was always tall for my age and she was short, so they were a perfect fit. I especially remember a sparkly red one! Your mom was beloved by all who knew her, was so much fun and a little character. She will be missed by all who knew her, and I pray that you can find smiles in your memories, strength through your family, and peace through your faith. Love, Joetta
JZ Norton
Sunday, September 26, 2021
Jeanne will be missed by so many of us associated through the Clinton Library. Especially, she'll be missed by the Clinton School of Public Service Volunteers. She will be remembered for her grace and charm and willingness to share memories with us. She is missed.
Jo Ann Cooper
Saturday, September 25, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Jeanne's family. I have known her through UDC.
Desmond Walls Allen
Friday, September 24, 2021
Jeanne was a wonderful woman. She accomplished so much while she was here on earth. I will miss her.
Eileen Turner
Friday, September 24, 2021
I knew Jeanne and Jim when they were members of Trinity United Methodist Church. I valued her devotion to the Clinton Library. She was a fine person.
Janice Griffin
Friday, September 24, 2021
So sorry to hear about our dear ''Rivercliff'' friend. Jeanne was a very sweet friend.
Ann Hedges
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Betsy & family, so sorry for your loss. I volunteered with Jeanne at the Clinton Library and the Clinton School of Public Service. She was also my "date" to most of the Clinton volunteer functions. She may have been short in stature, but she was tall in her dedication to the Clinton Administration, Clinton Foundation and Clinton School. President Clinton always had a hug for her when he saw her. I told her that I wanted to be just like her when I grew up, as she was an active volunteer into her 90s. She also had great hair! She will be missed!
Don Castleberry
Thursday, September 23, 2021
What a wonderful person and friend.
We were delighted and fortunate to know her
May she Rest In Peace.
Beth and Mike Coulson
Thursday, September 23, 2021
What a sweet, sweet lady we loved so much. She always had a smile on her face. She lived life and inspired others to do the same. She loved volunteering at the Clinton library and will be greatly missed there. She was such an inspiration to so many.