of Marked Tree, AR
August 2, 1926 - October 4, 2021
Virginia (Posey) Johnson Roberson, 95, of Marked Tree, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021 at the Woodbriar Nursing Home. She was born on August 2, 1926 in Philadelphia, MS to Coley and Cora (Sharpe) Posey. After graduation from Marked Tree High School, she was recruited by The Famous Redheads and played the 1945-46 season before returning to Marked Tree. Virginia retired from E. Ritter Telephone Company after almost 50 years. She was a member of The First Baptist Church of Marked Tree. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, needlework and was an avid reader, but most of all enjoyed her family and friends.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 11 years, Eldon Roberson; 3 brothers; 4 sister and a granddaughter.
Those left to cherish the memories of this amazing woman includes her sons, Jimmy Johnson of Strong, AR and Mike Johnson of Marked Tree; daughter, Susan Johnson Macefe of Marked Tree and a step daughter, Wanzor (Dennis) Wilks of Smyrna, TN; 7 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren and 3 step great grandchildren; a sister, Joyce (Fred) Benham; sister-in-law, Ursula Posey of Fayetteville, AR; as well as many nieces and nephews that she adored.
A memorial service to be held at Delancy/Murphy Funeral Home, will be announced in the near future.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.
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12 Condolence(s)
Donna Yoho
Thursday, October 28, 2021
Susan I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Sincerest sympathies to you and your family''''!
Shelia Woody
Thursday, October 14, 2021
I am forever grateful to Virginia for giving me 3 older siblings & although her passing brings such sorrow, I'm glad her spirit is finally free! I believe we'll all be reunited on the other side one of these days, so look forward to getting one of her awesome hugs again!!
All my love, thoughts & prayers are with my Arkansas family. 😇❤️🌈❤️😇
Dyanne T. Scott
Monday, October 11, 2021
Susan, your Mom was so dearly loved by my mom and me! They were some champions on the basketball court, and in the devotion and love they had for family! I am sending you love and prayers at this difficult time of loss! God bless you! And mike and Twigs too!!
Bo McElya
Monday, October 11, 2021
My condolences to the family. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Darlene Moore
Friday, October 8, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
JoAlison Wiles
Friday, October 8, 2021
My dearest Aunt Susan,you have my deepest sympathy. I love you ❤️
Love,
JoAlison
Helen M. Rees
Friday, October 8, 2021
I appreciate your pain of loss. She was dear to me as well. She was a most favorite mother-in-law and friend.
Janiece Daniel
Friday, October 8, 2021
Susan so sorry to hear this!! Sending prayers and hugs!! Praying God gives your family strength!! Luv ya girl!!
Steven Posey
Friday, October 8, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of visiting Aunt Virginia when Dad retired and we moved back to Arkansas. So sweet and caring.
Cowoski family
Friday, October 8, 2021
Our prayers and sympathy are with you and your family for the loss of your mother. Memories will be with you forever. God bless.
Connie Seaton
Friday, October 8, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. I will cherish the memories. Love you
Rose Grossi
Friday, October 8, 2021
To Susan and your family, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear mother . I will keep you in my prayers. Rose