of Searcy, AR
October 24, 1929 - September 25, 2021
Billie Jewell Lassiter, 91, of Searcy passed away on September 25, 2021. She was born October 24, 1929, in Magness, Arkansas to Otis and Ella Grisham Flippo. She attended Batesville High School and graduated from the University of Arkansas with a degree in Home Economics. She taught many young men and women the skills of keeping up a home, cooking, and sewing in the Cave City, Griffithville, and McRae Public School Districts.
On June 3, 1956, Billie married Bill Lassiter in Batesville, Arkansas. After a few moves, the couple settled in Searcy, Arkansas in 1962 to raise their family. They were members of West Race Baptist Church where Billie served by making meals and writing cards to those in need. She was also a former choir member and scripture listener in Awana's children's program.
To her family, she was the Sunday dinner host, the professional gardener, the lover of red roses, cokes, the Razorbacks, and a wonderful mother and Nana.
Billie is survived by her two children, Cindy (Jim) Sullivan and Steve (Colleen) Lassiter. Three grandchildren: Leslie (Jake) Cypert, Courtney (Stephen) Underwood, and Brandi Liles (Alex Guin). Three great-grandchildren: Marshall Cypert, Kinsley Underwood, and Easton Underwood. A brother, Jack (Lyla) Flippo and sister-in-laws, Martha (Mike) Barber and Faye (Willard) Lassiter, and several nieces and nephews. She also had a special care-giver, Sunny Cypert. She is preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brother, Odell Flippo, and sister, Van Mantooth.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-7 at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home Chapel in Searcy.
Funeral services will be Thursday at 10:00 am at West Race Baptist Church in Searcy.
Arrangements are entrusted to Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy.
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11 Condolence(s)
Terry & Lavine Watson
Saturday, October 2, 2021
We are so sad that we have lost a very dear friend. She was such a lovely and caring friend. You are all in our prayers.
George Dennis Hughes
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
A true southern Lady .She will be missed by all i never had her as a teacher at Griff but i still learned from her .
Jeff and lan flippo
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
We are try sorry for your loss
Joe Ann Holt Hogan
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Mrs. L was a sweet lady and teacher. She and Mrs. Coley were McRae High School class of 1987 sponsors. I would run into her in town over the years and she would always ask about my classmates and my parents, who raised strawberries & sweet potatoes in McRae. I know her loss will leave an emptiness in your family. You were blessed to have her in your lives for a long time. Savor the sweet memories. Continued prayers for your family.
Jeanie (Vaughn) Balding
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Prayers for the family. She was my teacher at Griffithville .
Sharon Burns
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Mrs Lassiter was one of my favorite teachers. She was so kind and caring. She made her class fun. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Griffithville class of 1971.
Sgt Willie Beals
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Prayers to the family and friends from the class of 76
Marilyn Blackwell
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Mrs. Lassiter was my Home Ec teacher at Griffithville. She was such a sweet caring person.
Melissa Hebel Davis
Monday, September 27, 2021
I loved Mrs Lassiter!! She taught me how to sew and so many other life lessons!! She was such a blessing!! May God give you comfort in this time. Class of 1990
Lana Rains Chumley
Monday, September 27, 2021
Mrs. L was one of the kindest, most patient teachers. I remember her fondly. My prayers are with her family.
Portia Strange Pierce
Monday, September 27, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Many prayers for your comfort. She was truly a special lady . One of my favorite teachers . She was loved by all and she loved everyone. I am blessed to have had her teach me so much .