of Conway, AR
May 16, 1948 - February 25, 2023
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Martha Kay Beene Padgett, our dearest and most loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend to all whose lives she touched, on Saturday, February 25, 2023.
The Lord called her home while sleeping peacefully at her residence in Conway, Arkansas at the age of 74. She had valiantly battled cancer for two years and had shown great strength and determination. She fought to the very end and never let the illness take her spirit.
Born in Heber Springs on her mother's birthday, May 16, 1948 to Amos Westerfield Beene and Blanche Eloise Lawrence Beene.
She was the devoted wife of 57 years to Thomas Leo Padgett and beloved mother of Heather Paige Avaritt (John) and Summer Dawn Harrison (Kelton). Proud grandmother of Michaela Paige Avaritt, Sydney Nicole Avaritt, Jackson Thomas Avaritt (Annabelle), Jaden Stone Padgett, Sterling Valor Harrison and Arden Haven Harrison. The youngest sibling to Patsy Louise Earnhart and Ronnie Sherman Beene (Mary). Aunt to many nephews and nieces and a host of great nephews and nieces. Known to all those who loved her as KK.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her nephew, Lee Sherman Beene.
She was a woman of many varied talents and careers. Some of which include being one of the first of two female telephone pole climbers for Southwestern Bell Telephone in Faulkner County, a waitress, always involved in the leadership of the PTO at her children's school, an artist, a master cake artist, an excellent cook, an administrative assistant and successful at several entrepreneurial endeavors, all while being a remarkable homemaker. Her creativity and perfectionism lead her to master anything she set her mind to do. She enjoyed traveling, writing, bowling and most of all spending time with her family and friends.
She was blessed to have a lifelong friend, Linda Skyrme, who throughout her life was always there for her, whether it was to travel and go on adventures, or just simply sit and hold her hand through the struggles of life.
Most of all she was a strong Christian woman who instilled love for God in her family and all those who she touched. She was a member of the Highway 65 Church of Christ where she attended for many years.
Please join us in a celebration of her life on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 for a visitation from 6:00 to 8:00PM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 10:00AM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas with the interment following at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
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38 Condolence(s)
Ann Peters
Sunday, March 5, 2023
Dear Tommy and family, David and I are so very sorry for your loss. The service was beautiful. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Goodnight
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. My God spread his comforting arm around you in this time. We all loved Kay and she will be missed, but she left great memories for her loved one.
Bob Roinson
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Sorry to here about Martha, went to school with her and Tommy, I haven't seen either in years, but not forgotten. May God sent peace in these times .
Eric Shaw
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Our prayers are with you Tommy.
Anita Morris
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Tommy, Heather, Summer and Linda. I'm really sorry to learn of Kay's passing. She loved God and her family above all things. That includes you too, Linda. She was so fun to be around and wouldn't hesitate to tell you like she saw it. Kay was one of the first friends I made when I moved to Conway, a friendship that lasted throughout the years. I will miss her. Anita Morris
Barbara Smith
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Tommy and family, I am so sorry to hear of Kay's passing. I will be praying that our great God will be with you and bring peace and comfort during this time of loss.
Judy Gabbard Freyaldenhoven j
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Kay was always kind and sweet and a good friend. I always enjoyed our times together! She was a great classmate! She will be missed! I'm praying for her family and I know she will be greatly missed by them all.
Julie Rose
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Kay was a kind person who adored her family. May you have Peace in His Presence
Robert Steel
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
I live directly across from her and Brother Tommy. She was a great neighbor and a very kind person. She always greeted me with words that were pure and uplifting. I will miss seeing her, but there is now losing when you are in Gods everlasting presence. My condolences to her entire family.
Marilyn Scott
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
I wonder if the other angels realize what great adventures are in store for them now that Kay is amongst them. We, ''the Girls of '66,'' will always be grateful to her for reconnecting us through GroupMe. Fly high, sweet Kay!
Raye Jean Dow Linn
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Kay was a classmate and friend. Prayers for peace and comfort today and in the days ahead. Raye Jean Dow Linn
Larry Wilkerson
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Tommy and family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Kay was such a delightful person to know. Just remember that her friends are your friends too.
Tim and Robin Ralston
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Melanie and family, we are so very sorry to hear of the passing of your precious Aunt Kay Kay. We are lifting you all up in prayer for the perfect peace, as only the Lord can give.
mildred mitchell
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Mr. Tommy and Family i send love, prayers and my condolences .
Alan & Julie Finley
Monday, February 27, 2023
Kay was such a classy, artsy lady. She will be missed greatly. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers!
Jeremy Whitley
Monday, February 27, 2023
Soo sorry to hear this Summer! She was definitely a super sweet Christian woman! My prayers go out to you, your dad and the rest of the family!
Susan Allen
Monday, February 27, 2023
Kay was a sweet person to everyone she met. Prayers for family and friends she will be missed. Susan
Sue
Monday, February 27, 2023
Kay was my best friend at Old Ellen Smith. Used to ride school bus home with with her for weekend stayovers. Will miss her even though only recent friendship renewals. Only met Summer whom I adored at first meeting. Tommy we are so sorry for your loss and to the rest of the family. Butch and Sue Siria
Doris and Gary Byrne
Monday, February 27, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your mother. May God Comfort you and give you strength in the days to come.
Neal and Linda Cullum
Monday, February 27, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss, you are in our prayers.
Gary and Jean Erwin
Monday, February 27, 2023
We are so very sorry to learn of the passing of our sweet friend, Kay. We have so many memories of her and Tommy and their sweet daughters, Heather and Summer. You are all loved so much, and our hearts are broken for you. You are all in our prayers. Much love, Gary and Jean
Dorothy Jones Stewart Morlan
Monday, February 27, 2023
So sad to hear about Martha, she was a sweetheart ,Tommy prayers to you and all the family. Love and prayers. Dorothy
Ruth Anne Fulmer
Monday, February 27, 2023
Kay was a really sweet person and will be missed!❤️🙏❤️
Lanay Gaunce
Monday, February 27, 2023
Heather and Summer,
I am so very sorry to learn of your beautiful mom's passing. She was always so sweet to me as a young girl. Praying for your peace and strength. Kay is healed now and resting in the arms of Jesus.
Edith Kitts-Seger
Monday, February 27, 2023
Summer I am so sorry to hear of your Moms death. May Gods wonderful love and comfort enshroud during this most difficult time in your life. Many prayers and love for you and your entire family.
Danny Reed
Monday, February 27, 2023
Tommy and family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss! She was a special person and classmate!
Wanda Reynolds May
Monday, February 27, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers for your family!
Tina Latuga
Monday, February 27, 2023
She had a way of always making you smile - she will be missed! 🙏
Barbara Houghton
Monday, February 27, 2023
Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever.
Jimmy & Sharon Hooten
Monday, February 27, 2023
Tommy & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are for you at this time. May God bless.
Connor/Kayetlyn Dorse
Monday, February 27, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! ❤
Sarah Shaw
Monday, February 27, 2023
She was a sweet friend to all that knew her.
Teri Fronabarger
Monday, February 27, 2023
Praying for all of you! I'm so sorry she was so precious! Love you guys! ❤️
David Scott Brady
Monday, February 27, 2023
My heart goes out to you and your family at this time. May the Lord give you comfort during this time. Just remember God is absolutely good. Your friend ..DAVID BRADY.
Kevin & Rhonda Fields
Monday, February 27, 2023
We offer deep sympathy for your loss, and ask the Lord to comfort you.
Terri Bartley
Monday, February 27, 2023
Kay was a beautiful lady inside and out! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
Ronnie Brewer
Monday, February 27, 2023
So very sorry to hear about this. You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers.
Emile Shaw