of Pocahontas, AR
October 25, 1927 - October 4, 2021
Edith Pearl Gatlin, 93, of Pocahontas, AR, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021 at the Randolph County Nursing Home. She was born October 25, 1927 in Grubbs, AR to Dave and Irene (Waddill) Vinson. Edith worked as a CNA for 15 years at St. Bernards Hospital until retirement. She was a member of Pocahontas Baptist Church and loved her family, camping, fishing, dancing, birdwatching and gardening.
Edith was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul Gatlin; a special friend, Charlie Tinker; a grandchild, Michael Barton; and four brothers.
Edith is survived by three sons, Larry (Della) Prine, David (Sandra) Prine and Ricky (Darlene) Prine; two daughters, Lesia Barton and Vicky Pipes; 15 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 12:30 Monday at the Pocahontas Baptist Church with Michael Loury officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider lasting memorials in her honor to Pocahontas Baptist Church , PO Box 626, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Arrangements are by Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
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11 Condolence(s)
Heather Prine
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Grandma was a very special lady. So strong and caring. I just knew she was gonna out live everyone of us. Forever our guardian Angel. Now you can rest grandma. Love you all!
Sharon Ross
Thursday, October 7, 2021
Mrs. Edith, she was truly a free & true spirit to be around. Very blessed to have known her. We had some great times. Love you and always will keep our memories close to my heart.
Amy Connor
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Edith was a beautiful soul that lived a long healthy happy life that I was fortunate enough to be a part of. My condolences to the family.
Lesia Barton
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Momma you were the best! I love and miss her so much already! But was so blessed to have her she lived good long life ! Mom you always use to say dont cry when your gone just share
memories and laugh!
Timothy prine
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
We love u grandma
Susan Davis
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
So sorry for your loss Mrs Edith was a very special lady an she will be truly missed praying for comfort for the family love y'all
Crystal Barton
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
My grandma was a very special person she took me in and raised me as her own she would do just about anything to help her family I love you and miss you 😢
Candice Bennett
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
My condolences to the family. I am praying for comfort and peace. Love you guys!
Dee Burch
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Aunt Edith was a very special lady. She was always full of life, spunky, funny, and kind. She was a great mother, grandmother, great grandmother, Aunt, and friend to many.
I have a lot of wonderful memories of her that I will always cherish!
For those that know me, know she was my favorite Aunt!
RIP Aunt Edith!❤️
Glenna Matheney
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Edith was a special friend and I enjoyed working with her at St. Bernards.
Dianne Finley
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
One of the absolute best neighbor/friend I've ever had..I feel blessed too have met her and so enjoyed all our little visits..One in a million..loved her much,much!! She will be missed! Prayers and hugs to her family..she loved you dearly!❤🙏