of Mount Pleasant, AR
February 20, 1940 - June 30, 2025
Wilma Dobson, 85, of Mount Pleasant, Arkansas passed away Monday, June 30, 2025.
She was born February 20, 1940 at Cave Creek to Aubrey and Francis (West) Hunt.
Wilma was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church who loved people and was always warm and friendly. She was a beautician for over fourty years, volunteered at the Manna House and helped with the 4-H Club. She was a devoted wife who loved her family very much and helped work on the family farm. She enjoyed her exercise programs and her flowers, especially making bouquets.
Survivors include her husband, whom she married in 1959 and shared 65 years of marriage with, Mitchell Dobson of the home; one son, Coy Dobson of Jonesboro; one daughter, Makayla Sampson (Charles) of Westerville, Ohio; four grandchildren, Elizabeth Edwards Hartoin (Chad), Jacob Sampson (Hannah), William Sampson, Chloe Sampson and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Joe Hunt and Glen Hunt.
Pallbearers are JR Kipfer, Charles Sampson, Will Sampson, Doug Smith, Harold Brock and Michael Starnes.
Funeral services will be held Monday, July 7, 2025 at 2:00pm at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville with Patrick Holland officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Memorials may be made in her honor to Manna House, 147 Lunen St, Melbourne, AR 72556.
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18 Condolence(s)
Eva Bailey
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Coy, I'm so sorry to hear the loss of your mother. It sounds like she was a wonderful wife, mother & grandmother. May she rest in peace.
Ben Boorman
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Coy and Makayla (and Mr. Dobson),
I'm so terribly sorry. I thought that your mom was a really nice lady. She was kind and gracious, making her genuinely liked and appreciated by those who met her. You are in my thoughts, and have my complete empathy.
-Ben
Sharon Dobson Westmoreland
Saturday, July 5, 2025
My heart is broken at the loss of my sister-in-law, Wilma. She was a true warrior in her fight against cancer. I can imagine her visiting her friends and family in heaven. What a beautiful soul, full of happiness and grace. I will miss you.
Carla Moser
Friday, July 4, 2025
I knew Wilma back when she had her exercise class and tanning place in Mt. Pleasant. I truly believe she was a very sweet person.
May those she left behind be filled with the memories of her.
Dick and Marjorie Sampson
Friday, July 4, 2025
Our thoughts are with you and your family. Condolences especially to your dad; it's heartbreaking to lose someone you've been with for virtually your whole life.
Paula Roddy
Friday, July 4, 2025
Sorry for your loss
Sincere sympathy
Paula Roddy
Heinz Braun
Friday, July 4, 2025
Coy we are so sorry for your loss. Your mother sounds like a wonderful person. know that you can call anytime and lean on us if you need anything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Judith Hollowell
Thursday, July 3, 2025
So sorry for your loss! Wilma was a great person and a good friend. We met in 1985 and I can't say enough about that lady to ease your pain! Praying for peace and confort!
Doris Hauch
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Wilma was a true Southern lady. There aren't many left.
Ronnie Ferguson
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Alan Vickery
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery
Jeannie Zirkle
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Sorry to hear about Wilma. She will be missed by many. She was a sweet lady.
Sharon Stucker
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Wilma was a beloved first cousin. Always enjoyed being in her company, even when we visited just by phone. Rest in peace.
Tommy and Glenna Weatherford
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
I am so sorry…Wilma was a dear friend…my mother was so saddened to hear of Wilma's passing…prayers for comfort during this time
Margaret West
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Praying for family to have peace and comfort. Loved this lady so much.
Sarah Del Monte
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
My condolences.
Connie Ann Johnson
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
A beautiful friend is now with the Lord. May the Lord comfort and give peace to the family for we shall meet again.
mark herrington
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
MAKAYLA AND COY AND MITCHELL I SURE THOUGHT LOT OF MRS WILMA IM SORRY