of Harrison, AR
December 23, 1940 - January 15, 2022
Norma Harkness, age 81, of Harrison, Arkansas passed from this life, Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Washington Regional Hospital, Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born December 23, 1940, at Eula, Arkansas to Boyd and Sibyl (Christian) Drewry.
She attended school at Witts Springs, Arkansas where she was an avid basketball player and was voted Most Athletic Female in 1958. As long as she was able, she was very involved in the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Country Club Organizations. She had a love for music and enjoyed singing and playing guitar. She loved taking care of her plants and had a large collection of photos of family and friends that she treasured dearly. She loved family gatherings where she could laugh and joke with her siblings. Out of all the hats she wore, being ''The Boss'' was her favorite. She had an abundance of friends and she never met a stranger.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Jay McCallum, son, Charles Harmon, parents, Boyd and Sibyl Drewry, brothers, Charlie Drewry, and Bennie Drewry, sister, Mary Reynolds, nephew, Richie Drewry.
She is survived by daughters, Raylene Thompson and husband Norm of Cherry Log Georgia and Renea Saunier and Husband Danny of Harrison, Arkansas, step-daughter, Joyce (Mike) Stokes of Russellville, Arkansas, step-son, Kelly McCallum of Atkins, Arkansas, grandchildren, Heath Sanders, Contessa Irvin, Josh (Shauna) Saunier, Haley McCoy, Blake (Caroline) Saunier, Briley Saunier, great-grandchildren, Kaydence McCoy, Serenity Grace Saunier, Brayden Saunier, Mason Phegley, Cole Phegley, Aria Saunier, sisters and brothers, Millie (Millis) Jones, Rose McCracken, Rickey Bill (Marge) Drewry, Lena (Royce) Jones, Dennis (Shirley) Drewry, (brother-in-law, Bob Reynolds, and sister-in-law, Linda Drewry), and numerous nieces, nephews and adopted caregivers.
Memorial service was held Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at Witts Springs Community Church, Witts Springs, Arkansas.
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30 Condolence(s)
Sylvia Dianne Thomas Harkness
Friday, February 4, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear about this. Wish I had off new. I always went and seen her when went to Arkansas. I don’t make it as much as use to. I’m on chemo. I loved her very much. She will be missed. I still called her mom.
John nowotny
Monday, January 24, 2022
Dickey Goss
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Sorry to hear about her passing. Prayers and hugs to you all.
Dale Blandon
Thursday, January 20, 2022
My memory of Norma singing and playing music. Hearing her jokes. Norma you will be missed. So sorry for the families loss, my prayers to each of you.
Erin McDougal
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
I very much enjoyed getting to know Norma. She was a very special lady. She will be missed.
James morrell and his family
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Grandma we will miss you dearly
Rest in peace with grandpa
Starlyn Kelley and Estelene Cox
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
We have so many wonderful memories of Norma. We cherish the memories of seeing her last summer. May the peace of God comfort you.
Shirley Lynn
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Sending love to all the family, I have many memories of Norma that I will always cherish, she will never be forgotten.
Tammy
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Praying for all the family, Norma was certainly one of a kind I will never forget her.
Mary and Samuel eakens
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
We will miss you grandma jc you meant a lot to us and Michael will miss you as well
Cynthia Fruehauf
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Condolences to the family . Norma was one of a kind . Always smiling and happy. I will miss her ðŸ™ðŸ™
Vicki Daggett
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
No peace on earth to compare with her hope of eternal life. It is hard for us to lose her, but a mercy to see her beyond all pain and grief.
Angela Helms
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Praying for all the Drewry family and Raylene and Renea as well as all the grandchildren. I remember growing up that Norma was such a friendly and kind person. May God comfort you all during this difficult time.
Reita Yarbrough
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you
Lucy Milam
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for the family that God will give them peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Peggy Brodersen
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
So sorry for your loss and the grief that comes with it. Prayers for your comfort
Aleta Winkler
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
My sincere condolences and prayers to the families. RIP Miss Norma. 💞💞💞
Anna Kunkel
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Norma was such a wonderful lady and she will be missed. So very sorry for your loss and i will be praying for you all.
Rick and Becky Anderson
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
So sorry to see this what a wonderful family of sisters and brothers. The Drewrys and the Jones have provided many stories and laughter. Loyal to their churches and friends.
May the promise of that great family reunion comfort you all.
Prayers.
Paula Hendrix Smith
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Norma’s passing, she was always so full of energy, I know you girls will miss her terribly. Sending many prayers your way.
Paul Ray & Mary Lois Halsted
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
So sorry to hear of Norma’s passing prayers for all the family it is a very close family we love you all may God shower his love and peace on you all
Jeanette
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Debbie Harris
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Raylene,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are a shining light for those who look up to you. God bless you sister â¤ï¸
Julie Netland
Monday, January 17, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family
Trish McDaniel
Monday, January 17, 2022
So sorry prayers for you guys
Sharon Loftin Sanders
Monday, January 17, 2022
Norma fought life’s battles as if she was playing in a basketball tournament; playing to win! RIP, Norma! â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Harold & Mary Beth Hendrix
Monday, January 17, 2022
She seemed to be always smiling. Something to say every time we met. I know the family will miss her very much.
God bless you all!!
Annette Jones Cottrell
Monday, January 17, 2022
Carolee Lunsfod
Monday, January 17, 2022
Aunt Norma, I sure wish we could have visited more!! You have 2 beautiful daughters and such sweet grandchildren. You will be missed here but Im sure you are playing your guitar and singing in heaven. Sending Love and hugs to all your loved ones.
Rose McCracken
Monday, January 17, 2022
You will be sorely missed I love you sis