of Harrison, AR
June 3, 1935 - January 15, 2022
Marjorie Geniva Delong, age 86 of Harrison, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022, at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center. She was born June 3, 1935, in Danville, Illinois, to Drew Francis and Ruby Hickman Zimmerman.
Her Lord and Savior was always first in her heart, she was a member of Trinity Faith Fellowship at the Iron Stob Chapel. Her kids were her life and she would do anything to spend time with her family. She enjoyed cards at any time of the day, with any kid who was willing to play. She loved finding hidden treasures at any rummage sale and enjoyed her flowers and her crafts
She was preceded in death by her parents Drew Francis and Ruby Hickman Zimmerman, her brothers Francis Zimmerman and Junior Zimmerman, her three sisters Juanita (Mickey) Romero, Elizabeth Ervin, and Mary Nicholson. Her husband Leonard Flippo, her husband Emmanuel DeLong, a son Danny Young, a granddaughter Jessica Young, and a great-grandson. She is survived by son David R and Marilyn Young Jr of Wake Forrest, NC, daughter Debora (Debby) West of Harrison, AR, daughter Rebecca (Becky) and Bob Vansandt of Harrison, AR, grandchildren Jonathan and Leslie Young, Laura and Evan Misek, Kathy and Daniel Guiterrez, Cindy and Mike Thompson, Danny Lynn and Amanda Young, Aleciaann Young, Amanda and Johnny Simon, David Gene Gilley. multiple great-grandchildren, and a multitude of friends and family.
The funeral service was Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Pastor Dale Hale officiating. Visitation was an hour prior to the service. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Pallbearers: Johnny Simon, Jeff McDaniel, Bradley Nicholson, David Gene Gilley, Ethan Agdeppa, and Daniel Guiterrez
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9 Condolence(s)
Curtis askim
Monday, January 17, 2022
With our deepest sympathy, I always and still do say nothing but nice things about this beautiful lady. Love the askims
Beky Garnette
Monday, January 17, 2022
I'm not sure where to start because there are so many wonderful things I could say. Sweet Sister Marjorie was such a wonderful God fearing lady with a heart so full of love, not just an ordinary love but a love like God's love! If I could count the times she told my husband and myself how much she loved us I would be counting for a very long time! Not only did she tell us but she showed us a love like God's love! â¤
We will miss this sweet lady but I am so happy to know without a doubt that she is shouting on the hills of glory and sitting at the feet of our Father!
The one thing I remember the most is she always told us we were her kids! My husband and I are blessed to have known her and even more blessed that she called us hers!
Heaven has gained an angel which has made it an even sweeter place!
We love you sister Marjorie and we will see you again one day!
Love you always, Beky G.
Mark and Kim Moore
Monday, January 17, 2022
I remember shaking her hand for the first time at Potter’s House Church. She had come with Becky. She told us later that Becky had been asking her to church, but she resisted. One day she had been working in her yard and Becky said, “come to church, Mom.†Marjorie said “okay, but I’m coming as I am.â€
I didn’t even notice what she had on.
Brother Dale, Mark and I were preparing a Christmas play with the kids and Marjorie asked to help. She helped and it meant so much to her. She was eager to be involved at Potter’s House and then at Trinity Faith Fellowship. It was the beginning of a very special relationship.
The first meeting of Trinity Faith Fellowship was in her dining room. She always paid her tithes, which I think was wonderful! She was on a fixed income, but honored the Lord with her tithe and offerings, too. She liked sitting behind Mark in church so she could put her hands on his shoulders. Mark would walk up behind her and say “boo!†She said, “I’m gonna whip you!†Sister Margie and I shared an unusual hobby, doll restoration. We would tell each other what we had done with our collectible dolls.
She would come to our house for Bible Study and rarely missed. She was extra happy when I made her favorite chocolate brownies and fixed her iced tea. We took her to church on lots of Sunday nights and Tuesday nights. We would talk of lighthearted and serious things on those back and forth trips to church. It was always a pleasure for us, never a chore.
She would want us to come in and visit with her. We would play with her dogs, Missy and later Ally. We could have a can of pop out of her little refrigerator. I made a last pan of brownies before Christmas and took her and Debby some.
“Her chair†at our house seems empty now. The good memories just over flow! There weren’t any bad ones. We are looking forward to seeing her again in Heaven. “It makes me more determined to walk the narrow way. I’ve got more to go to Heaven for than I had yesterday!â€
Cryistal
Monday, January 17, 2022
I can't even put in to works how feel about mom that what I called her .we would joke about me being her favorite. But she love everyone and you could feel that love every time she says give a hug 🫂 . I KNOW I will miss seeing her and my kids will miss Grandma and I will miss her she will forever be in my Heart and one day I will shouting with her in Heaven.
Connie Rice
Monday, January 17, 2022
Marjorie was always like a big sister to me. She helped me survive my teenage years. She made me laugh, taught me how to swim under water. Helped me me a new bride and a new mom. One big bright shining star in anyone's world She touched. Go rest high on that mountain daughter of our most high God. You served Him well. Love you Debbie and Becky. Many hugs, live and prayers
Kathy Dees
Monday, January 17, 2022
Dear Becky and Family, So very sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She was a sweet lady. Will be thinking of you during this difficult time. â¤ï¸ Kathy
Harold W Smith
Monday, January 17, 2022
Jeannie
Saturday, January 15, 2022
Not sure where to start, the most loving lady that could talk to anyone and never met a stranger.
I called her mom and that was fine with her, we had many long talks along with laughs and many words of wisdom. oh those BIG warm hugs ALL the time. She’ll be missed by many but I have no doubt she’ll b watching over each of us and probably shaking her head
Becky, Debbie, and kids my heart breaks with u but remember God is beside u let him lead u when u can’t. 💕💕
Cali Taff
Saturday, January 15, 2022
Marjorie was an amazing woman who always treated me like family. I know she is at peace in Heaven now.