of Crawfordsville, AR
May 29, 1937 - June 10, 2025
Lucille Marconi, 88 of Crawfordsville, Arkansas passed away on June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and supportive staff at Willowbend Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Marion, Arkansas.
Lucille Marconi was born on May 29, 1937, in Crawfordsville, AR. She attended Crawfordsville High School and was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Memphis, TN. Lucille was an active communicant of Sacred Heart Church in Crawfordsville and St. Michael's in West Memphis, AR.
She was a homemaker, farmer's wife and mother of seven children. Later in life, she worked for Crawfordsville Schools, Northwest Airlines, and Crittenden Memorial Hospital Home Health. After farming, Lucille and John opened Uncle John's Italian Restaurant in 1985 in Crawfordsville and worked there until 2018. Lucille welcomed customers with smiles and hugs as if they were family. Every time you told her good-bye and that you love her, she always responded, ''I Love You More.''
She is survived by her sons Father John Marconi of Little Rock, AR; Billy Marconi (Elisa) of Crawfordsville, AR; Tim Marconi (Andrea) of Marion, AR; Father Joe Marconi of Pine Bluff, AR; Jim Marconi (Kate) of Germantown, TN; Michael Marconi (Amy) of Marion, AR as well as 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents William Gummer and Mary Griffith Gummer, her husband, John Marconi Jr., daughter Christy Marconi, her sisters Juanita Alpe, Aline Jackson and her brothers Charles Whited and Bill Gummer.
Her family extends their heartfelt gratitude to her caring and compassionate caregivers at Willowbend Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Marion, AR.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in her name to St. Michael Catholic Church or Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
There will be a rosary on Sunday June 15 at 5:30 pm at Roller Citizens Funeral Home with visitation following from 6-8 pm. The funeral mass will be held at St. Michael Catholic Church in West Memphis, AR on Monday June 16 at 10:00 am with graveside burial to follow at Crittenden Memorial Park.
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21 Condolence(s)
Bobby and Pat Whitten
Saturday, June 14, 2025
We are deeply sorry to hear of Mrs.Lucille. She and I were neighbors for over 30 years. She was sure a sweet lady,loved everyone. God has welcomed another angle. Our prayers will be for her family. May God comfort them and give them peace.
Kelly & Patty Shay
Friday, June 13, 2025
Kelly and I are praying for the Marconi family. We had the opportunity to go to Florida with Lucille and friends. She was a lovely lady and a lot of fun. She will be greatly missed.
Robin Watson Hamilton
Friday, June 13, 2025
Sending heartfelt prayers and condolences to the Marconi family.
Stephen Binz
Friday, June 13, 2025
Blessings to the beautiful family of Lucille. I have such fond memories of her and I know you will all miss her terribly. May the angels lead her to paradise and may we comfort one another in the hope of eternal life. Wishing peace to my friend, Fr. John, as you mourn and comfort your family.
Cordia Miller
Friday, June 13, 2025
I love her n her family continue to rest u truly be miss love Cordia miller
Clancy Lancaster
Friday, June 13, 2025
Mrs Marconi was a wonderful lady, always kind and gracious. Prayers for her family.
Delbert Pipkin
Friday, June 13, 2025
Michael and brothers
I'm heartbroken over the news
I know the pain you're feeling at this time
But I also know there is a very happy man and daughter now
I will miss you bright smile and our conversations we had.
Prayers for you all.
Donna D Palmer
Friday, June 13, 2025
Dear Michael and family
Lucille was such a wonderful friend. We had so many good times eating at Uncle Johns. We always had something to share and laugh about.
My heart and prayers are with you. May God bless each of you.
Al Tarsi
Friday, June 13, 2025
Lucille's husband was my first cousin. On the occasions I saw her in the restaurant, she was the most kind, loving person we're all called to be. My deepest condolences to the family during your hour of sorrow. May she Rest in Peace. Al Tarsi
Kathy Murphy
Thursday, June 12, 2025
What a beautiful legacy of living and loving. Praying wonderful memories sustain you in the days to come.
Connie Jackson-Moody
Thursday, June 12, 2025
My Aunt Lucille was a wonderful Aunt and MY God Mother
I love her and will miss her..RIP ANGEL 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Andy Luttrell
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Prayers for the Marconi family,
Andy Luttrell
Clyde Goodbar
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Grew up n Earle, then West Memphis. Moved away, but always came back. We're all dying off. I attended St Michaels in the late 60's and 70's bvefore moving off to never move back.
I ate at the restaurant in Crawfordsville man times with my sister, Joyce Goodbar Vinson Spears.
I remember your name. RIP
Alicia Sweeden
Thursday, June 12, 2025
I had the wonderful opportunity to go to Italy with Lucille. I am so glad I got to spend that time with her. She was a beautiful person inside and out! I know she is with Jesus in heaven and her husband daughter and other family!
Sending prayers for her beautiful family!
May she rest in peace!🙏🙏❤️
Mary Kay Baker
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Lucille was one of the most wonderful ladies I have known. She was very giving and would always do what she could for anyone. I worked with her at Crittenden Hospital. I am praying God will give her family peace at this time
Amy Post Sexton
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Loved reading about Lucille's life. My husband Tom and I are blessed to know 3 of her sons. Now we can understand why they are such kind people!
MIKE and LORI ROCKERS
Thursday, June 12, 2025
We're with the Marconi family in spirit during this time of loss. ''You will know them by their fruits'' What a wonderful woman and great family.
Susan Larson
Thursday, June 12, 2025
I just saw this. What a wonderful lady. I am so sorry for your loss.
Father Ed Graves
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Lucille Marconi, a wonderful Catholic woman, mother of a loving family, beloved certainly by me and all who knew her! She will (correction, she is) making heaven happier and livelier as her memory keeps delighting her family and friends.
Joseph Post
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Well done good and faithful servant, May she rest in peace, amen
Victoria (Lisa Hinze) Greene
Thursday, June 12, 2025
She was always so sweet to me. I'm glad she's not suffering anymore and is with Christy.