of Marion, AR
July 6, 1942 - April 20, 2025
Mary Anne Pike of Marion passed away at home with family at the age of 82. She was born July 6, 1942, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to John and Mary Oates. She grew up in Campbell, Missouri, where she developed a love for music while playing in the school band. Mary Anne was Valedictorian of her graduating class. She married her best friend, Butch Pike, in 1960.
Butch and Mary Anne started a family with the birth of their daughter, Lee Anne. They moved to Marion, AR in 1964, where their family grew to include two sons, John and Jimmy. Mary Anne loved to learn and was an avid reader. She dedicated her life to educating not only her children but countless others. Mary Anne was a co-founder of West Memphis Christian School in 1970 and served as Principal and Chancellor for over 50 years. The WMCS Library is named in her honor. Mary Anne achieved a Bachelor's degree in English from Ole Miss University and a Master's of Administration from Arkansas State University. Mary Anne loved her church family at Missouri Street Church of Christ and was involved in many activities, which included mission work on the Navajo Reservation. Mary Anne loved to travel. She visited Japan and Israel with her friends and family. When her children or grandchildren participated in any event, Mary Anne could always be found cheering them on.
She was a woman of rare grace, strength, and wisdom. She was the embodiment of the Proverbs 31 womanâ€"clothed with dignity, kindness, and unwavering faith. She lived her life as a servant leader, giving her heart fully to the work of God, her family, and the countless children whose lives she touched. Her pursuit of excellence was always for the glory of God and the betterment of others. She loved children with a love that was patient, joyful, and boundless. She had a way of making every child feel seen, heard, and treasured. Her prayers were powerful, and her hugs unforgettable. She taught not only with words, but with her life. She will be missed!
She was preceded in death by her father and mother. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Butch; her daughter, Lee Anne and son-in-law, Tim Williams; her son, John; her son, Jimmy and daughter-in-law, Sheila Pike, as well as 8 grandchildren; Jessica Conn, Mary Lynn Lee, Wilson Pike, Bailey Westmoreland, McKenzie Foerster, Madison Ponder, Lauren Pike, and Landon Pike; as well as 5 great-grandchildren with two more on the way.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to West Memphis Christian School, P.O. Box 996, West Memphis AR 72303.
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46 Condolence(s)
Wendy Rains
Monday, April 28, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs.Pike was an inspiration to me. I will miss her dearly.
Elaine (Jones) Ellis
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Maryanne hired me to be the first 1st Grade Teacher at WMCS. This was one of the most cherished times of my life. Maryanne was a mentor, friend, and boss. I have worked for many administrators in my career, but she stood out as the best! She treated me like family. She was the glue that held WMCS together. She will be missed! Prayers for her entire family.
Ralph Dixon
Saturday, April 26, 2025
My life is made richer and fuller from my working with, worshipping with, and wandering this life so briefly with the most gracious lady and her family that I have been privileged to know and love.
Michelle Sain Ford
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Mary Anne hired me to teach 2nd grade a month after I graduated from Harding College.
That moment became the most wonderful blessing of my 30 year teaching career. I was so young and not fully aware of what I was heading into, but Mary Anne graciously led me
through 7 years at WMCS. I eventually taught under the guidance of 3 principals, but Mary Anne will always be my best.
Taylor Matthews
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Butch, I m so sorry, what a wonderful person Mary Ann was. I had some great times with you. God be with you in your time of need.
Donald
Saturday, April 26, 2025
“My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mary Ann Pike. She graced the lives of all who knew her with her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering spirit. May her memory continue to inspire all those she leaves behind.”
Sharrie Langston
Saturday, April 26, 2025
What a beautiful legacy Mary Ann has left on this earth! We feel very blessed to have met Mary Ann and Butch through the acquaintance of her granddaughter, Jessica Conn! We were welcomed not only into her family, but into her home! She was “the light” that will forever shine in all of our hearts! Hugs and love to all of her family and friends!
Shirley Moore
Friday, April 25, 2025
My heart goes out to your family in the passing of your Sweet Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. Mary Ann was a wonderful Christian Lady and will be greatly missed.
Rick Matthews
Friday, April 25, 2025
Butch prayers for you and your family. Her passing is a loss for our community
Charles &Mary Spencer
Friday, April 25, 2025
Our sincere sympathy and prayers to all of the Pike Family in the loss of Mary Ann , a wonderful Christian example to others and truly a gracious lady! She will be missed by all who knew her.
Gary Riddle
Thursday, April 24, 2025
I’ve known Mary Anne since about 6th or 7th grade. So many memories….She was always thought of as one of the nicest & classiest ladies. Diane & I sending our sincere condolences to you Butch & your entire family. May GOD be with you & the family during this most difficult time.
Don Landis
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Butch, my condolences to you and your family.
Holli Denton Blewett
Thursday, April 24, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you. What a blessing and a privilege it was to be one of her first students at WMCS. So many great memories of the Pike family. She will be missed for sure.
Betty Jones
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Prayers for the family
Amanda Rash Oakley
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
I’m so sad to hear about the loss of Mrs. Pike. She was kind, loved to help anybody, and was a wonderful lady. She will be truly missed. Prayers for the family.
Laura Pollard
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Sending love and prayers of peace while celebrating the amazing life of Mrs. Pike!
Dorothy Gibson
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Prayers for the family.
Glenda Bryan
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
What a wonderful privilege it was to work alongside Mary Anne Pike during my tenure as Headmaster of WMCS. She touched the lives of so many people over the decades she dedicated to education. The Pike family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Donny and Tanya Underwood
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
What a lovely woman Mrs. Pike was. She has certainly been such a positive role model for so many people. She will be missed, and forever remembered with great love and respect.
Constance Pritchett
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mrs. Pike was a lovely person who will be missed dearly. My condolences to the Pike Family.
Ron & Charlette Wamble
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mary Ann was a special person, and we are so sorry to hear about her passing. Our prayers for comfort and peace, go out to the Pike family.
Gina Stafford Bailey
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
I remember Mrs Pike very well when I started attending WMCS. She was always kind and had a heart for education. Prayers for the family. I’m truly sorry for your loss she was a great woman.
Joel and Jamie Johnston
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mrs. Maryann was a lovely person and always a pleasure to be around. May God be with the family during this time of loss. So sorry for your loss.
Dick Howard
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Lifting the family up in prayer.
Larry Rowland
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
She was one of the most wonderful people I had the pleasure to know. We built Butch and Mrs Pikes house and developed a LOVE for them. The LORD BLESSED ME just knowing HER. Mrs Pike just made people feel Loved just knowing her and I know She will be missed.
Sanjay Chowdhury
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
With deepest condolences to the Pike family. RIP Mrs. Pike
Julie Truelove
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious wife/mom/grandmother. I will be praying for you all. Your family has always meant so much to me!
Gloria Westmorlan
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mary Ann was my first friend at WMC. She hired me to teach in pre-k. She had an impact on my life and my family. The love she showed me and the wonderful Christian example that she was to all. Prayers for her family. This beautiful lady is with our Lord! Love you so much!
Jane Hawley
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Lee Anne, Tim and family,
Tom and I are so saddened to learn of Mrs. Pike's passing. What a wonderful woman of God she was! Her service and devotion to all the lives she touched will not be forgotten. We are praying for strength and peace throughout this difficult time, especially for Mr. "Butch". May all of the wonderful memories you had with her be a source of comfort.
Love, Jane & Tom
Gloria Armstrong
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mrs Pike was always so kind to me and my family.. praying for you Butch, you all were together along time
Marci Cordell Greenwood
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Mr pike, Lee Anne , John and Jimmy and family I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Pike’s passing away may god grant yall piece and comfort during this time.
Joyce bell
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
My 2 children went to school
With Mary Anne and we all went to church together. I’m sad but I know her home in heaven is what she’ll been waiting for. Much love to her family.
Linda Washington
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
I'm really going to Miss Sister Pike and her Beautiful Smile. When I worked at West Memphis Christian School For 10 Years She always encouraged and helped me to be The Best Pre-K Teacher that I could be. She always believed in me and I Will forever be grateful for that! RIL Sister! Love You!
Andy Luttrell
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Prayers for the Pike family. The Pike family were a great mentor in Crittenden County. Elite Lamp was a good customer of Luttrell's Belting and Supply Company.
Prayers,
Andy Luttrell
Gretta Blanchard
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
My condolences to the family. I was glad to know Mary Anne from my years at Mo St..
Holly Baskins Dawson
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Jimmy, John, LeeAnne, And Mr. Butch, my heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time. May God wrap his loving and healing arms around all of you and comfort you at this time. My prayers are with all of you.
Sammie DavisFloyd
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Butch, and family, I was so sad to read of Mary Ann’s passing. It was just last week I thought of all of you. Love and prayers.
Denise Hall
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry for loss.Yall are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult this time.She was a very sweet person. Denise Hall,Carol,Candie ,Cody and Krista,Aiden,and Brock Childers
Jim and Carolyn Orr
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Mary Anne was my friend since first grade.Many wonderful memories growing up together..more special trips and events with her and Butch and Jim and me.Even with grief I know Jesus has welcomed her home with open arms.Love to all.. praying for
You, Butch.
Joe Todd
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Praying for your family. Mrs. Pike was a fine person. RIP.
Teresa McCain
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Larry and I send our heartfelt condolences to all the Pike family and pray that God will provide you with comfort and peace as only He can.
Tina R. Townsend
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Prayers for all the family in the loss of Mrs. Pike. I know she will be greatly missed by all those who loved her. She holds a special place in many of our hearts as she was a very dear leader and example for those of us her grew up in her presence. May God give you all peace in the days ahead.
milton morgan
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
my condolences to the pike family will keep you in my prayers god bless
Darrell Annis
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
With much love and respect, I am so grateful that God placed her in my life. We would joke about how all the paddling she gave me in school gave her “tennis elbow”. She is one of my most favorite mentors. Hugs for the family from our family.
Glenda Bloodworth
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Heaven gained a precious lady. Prayers for her family.
Lee Debby Dunn
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry to hear about are sweet Mary Ann the kind peaceful lady that came into all our life we loved her will miss her she was so good to us prayers for Butch all family we love all