of Hot Springs, AR
January 15, 1956 - August 24, 2025
Nancy Jill Burkes, also known to family and friends as Jill, passed away on August 24, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas at the age of 69, in the presence of her loved ones.
She was born on January 15, 1956 in Floydada, Texas, where she was also raised. Jill had a deep love for caring for her dogs, cats and plants and was known for her talent in the kitchen as an excellent cook. She enjoyed bird watching, cherished time with her family and friends and was rarely without a Coca-Cola nearby.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Randie Horn, Johnny Hicks and Jackie Sayles and her beloved son, Michael Shane Burkes, who passed in 2016.
She is survived by her grandchildren, Katie Ameen, Emma Sessler, Maddie Ameen as well as her niece, Stephanie McWilliams and nephew, Robert McWilliams.
Jill's kindness, warmth and love for her family and animals will be fondly remembered. She will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by those who knew her.
A small private service will be held later in the year for close family and friends.
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3 Condolence(s)
Betty Godfrey
Friday, September 5, 2025
I was married to Jill's brother Johnny until his death in 2013. I was considered part of her family from the first time I met them. I was very close to Randi, Jill, Jackie and Margie because we lived closer to them than my own family. Realizing how close Jill and Randi had been and following Randi's death, Jill and I texted and talked several times a week, which made the last year or so very special because we felt almost like sisters. She sometimes called me ''sissy''. I was packed and ready to go take care of her when she came home from the procedure. We talked about how fun it would be to be together again. Heaven is looking sweeter now and we will be together again when it's my time to go.
I miss you, sweet girl but I know you're with your precious Michael Shane, your mom and your sisters and brother having a special time together.
Love you Jill.
Tupie Sheppard
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Very sorry For your loss. She is with Shane. I'll miss seeing her across the street working on her beautiful yard. Always pretty and perfect. Her love for animals was big. Prayers for her family to find peace and comfort.
Tupie Sheppard
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Very sorry For your loss. She is with Shane. I'll miss seeing her across the street working on her beautiful yard. Always pretty and perfect. Her love for animals was big. Prayers for her family to find peace and comfort.