of Jonesboro, AR
November 30, 1942 - April 25, 2025
Juanita F. Felts, 82, of Jonesboro, AR, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR. She was born on November 30, 1942, in Egypt, AR, to Ralph and Opal (Parks) Felts. Juanita received her master's degree in education from Arkansas State University. She was employed by the Batesville school district for more than three decades. In later years, she began teaching ladies water aerobics at Lyons College. Her true passion though was teaching preschoolers the gospel of Christ at North Heights Church of Christ, Charlotte Church of Christ, and Greensboro Rd. Church of Christ. Juanita was also known by many churches for speaking at various ladies day events.
She is preceded in death by her parents; a sister Helen Bellah; two brothers, Gerald Felts and James Felts; and three infant siblings.
Juanita leaves behind many nieces and nephews as well as many friends, neighbors, and loved ones.
The family will host a memorial service on Saturday, May 3, 2025, beginning at 1:30pm at North Heights Church of Christ in Batesville, AR. Visitation will precede the service and begin at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that lasting memorials be made in Juanita's honor to the Paragould Children's Home (5515 Walcott Rd. Paragould, AR 72450) or to the Greensboro Rd. Church of Christ Mission Fund (2008 Old Greensboro Rd. Jonesboro, AR 72405).
Arrangements are under the care of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18709323531.
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7 Condolence(s)
Frances Wahlquist
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Nita was one of my college friends. She was such a delight to be around. Prayers for her family and friends. Thank you Roller-Farmers Union for the nice comforting tribute to Nita.
Laura Hawkins Ward
Monday, May 5, 2025
Ms. Felts was a true inspiration who touched the lives of many throughout her life. She will be missed. BHS prayers for her family.
Mike Collins
Saturday, May 3, 2025
A great teacher and friend. My condolences to her family.
Julie Hughes Reves
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Ms Felts was wonderful, and we were fortunate to be her students at Batesville High School. May she rest in peace.
Greta Seward
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
I had the pleasure of working with Nita for several years in the G/T program for the Batesville School system. Her love for teaching and the kids was always apparent. I know the knowledge and support she conveyed to them will last a lifetime. RIP, Nita, you sure deserve it!
Susan Edrington
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with Ms. Felts' family and friends. She wasn't favorite teacher in Batesville Arkansas. She was a loving and caring teacher.
Melanie Heath
Monday, April 28, 2025
Nita was a born teacher. It seemed effortless to her, and she seemed to really enjoy teaching and being around youngsters. Her Wednesday night class for the women at North Heights was great fun as well as enlightening, and she had a wonderful rapport with people. I've missed her sunny presence since she moved from Batesville. "They who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not grow weary; they shall walk and not faint." -- Isaiah 40:31