of Bono, AR
October 30, 1959 - June 8, 2025
Melissa Ward, 65, of Bono, passed away Sunday June 8, 2025, at NEA Baptist Hospital. She was born on October 30, 1959, in Jonesboro to Henry Wayne Freeman and Mrytle Mae (Milsap) Freeman. Melissa was a homemaker and of the Christian faith. One of her favorite pass times was crocheting, putting puzzles together, and cheering on her grandboys in their many activities.
Preceded in death by her parents.
Those left to cherish her memory, her husband of 48 years, Bill Ward; daughters, Lisa Marie (Richard) Davidson and Sissy Michelle (Joey) Pettit; grandchildren, Connor and Collin Davidson, Kayden, Landon and Asher Pettit; brother, Terry (Regina) Freeman; sister, Deb (Billy) Hill.
Funeral service will be Thursday, June 12, 2025, 10:00am, at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 W. Washington, Jonesboro with Justin Jarchow officiating. Burial will follow at Trinity Cemetery, Bono.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will include Richard Davidson, Connor Davidson, Collin Davidson, Joey Pettit, Landon Pettit, Luke Pagan, Jimmy Davis, and Honorary Pallbearers Kayden Pettit, Collin Davidson and Asher Pettit.
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11 Condolence(s)
Joyce Lewis
Thursday, June 12, 2025
I am saddened to hear about the passing of Melissa. I have so many fond memories of our childhood and the great times we had together when we visited Arkansas. I don't think I ever saw her without a smile on her face. Over the years I have looked forward to the family reunions and meeting the extended family. We really enjoyed our time together when she, Bill and Connor visited us and we had a family picnic at the lake. I will sure miss her sense of humor and beautiful, smiling face. Bill, Sissy, Lisa and families, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. We are thinking of you and asking God to tenderly care for you and give you peace and comforting only he can provide. <3
EllieMeyer
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you I will miss her
Jolina Brown
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
So sorry to hear of your loss. Bill, Lisa ,Sissy and the boys we will continue to keep yall in our prayers ! I don't think I ever saw your mom without a smile. She was so proud of her family
Mark Loar
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Prayers for your family
linda bridger
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
such a shock. prayers for comfort to all the family!
Michael Barnes
Monday, June 9, 2025
Love and prayers for the family
Goldie Marie Freeman
Monday, June 9, 2025
My family, I am so sorry to hear of Melissa's passing. All of you all are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. Her memory will forever be cherished by me and mom. I love each and every one of you all. Goldie and Ann
Dennis Pate
Monday, June 9, 2025
Dear Melissa's family I'm so very sorry to hear about yalls mother prayers for all I know words can't say enough at a time like this we were warriors together at westside we had several classes together and graduated together in 78 but prayers for all the families I last seen her at the 40 year class reunion only one I've ever been to but prayers again for all families
Melissa Bushong
Monday, June 9, 2025
So sorry to hear of the loss . I met Melissa in about 1987 or 88 at Jr.Food Store.
Thoughts and prayers for her friends and family.
Debra Hill
Monday, June 9, 2025
I'm her sister what time are we supposed to be there
Diane Peaster
Monday, June 9, 2025
I love you guys! She is AMAZING and fun and loving. I am praying for comfort for you.