
of West Helena, AR
January 3, 1957 - October 14, 2025
Sydney Griffey Oberle, 68, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born on Thursday, January 3, 1957 in Helena, Arkansas to the late John and Ernestine Griffey.
Sydney worked many jobs in her life. She worked for Dr. Charlie Chu for over ten years, worked for Merchant Farmers, was the co-owner for sixteen years. of the video store and tanning center and was the Director of Fine Arts at Phillips County Community College. until her retirement. Sydney enjoyed fishing, shopping and playing slot machines. The greatest joys in her life were her family, especially her two granddaughters.
Left to cherish her memory is her beloved husband of forty-six years, Alfred ''Bud'' Oberle; son, Derek Oberle (Lindsay) of Greenbrier, Arkansas; grandchildren, Charlee Anne and Camryn Blake Oberle; sisters, Marilyn Fitzgerald of Little Rock, Arkansas and Sylvia Kimsey (Don) of Smithville, Missouri; sister-in-law, Mary McDaniel (Mike) of Memphis, Tennessee; brother-in-law, William John Obele (Sandra) of England, Arkansas; a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family would also like to give a special thanks to Stephanie Sandefer and Margaret Ables for helping Sydney get to and from doctors' appointments.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Ernestine Griffey; sister, Sybil Finnie; two brothers-in-law, Bryan Fitzgerald and David Oberle.
A memorial service honoring the life of Sydney Griffey Oberle will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Helena, Arkansas.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.

Praying for you and Derek.

So sorry for your loss

I am so sad to hear of Sydney's passing. She always met me with a smile and kind words. She was loved and will be missed. Peace be with the family.

Bud, Derek and family.
Sydney was a sweetheart and always so kind. I am so sorry to see this loss. Thoughts, prayers and love.

Bud and family…I was so saddened to hear of Sidneys passing. She was such a kind person, always with a smile, and time to talk with you. All of us will really miss her. May God keep you and the family in his care now, and all the days ahead.

Bud,
My deepest condolences to you for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come. Sydney was a thoughtful and kind person and will be missed by all who's life she touched.

Dear Bud,
Sydney Ann and her family grew up in church with me. I remember her being in my junior choir when she was just a little girl. She was so sweet and kind as a child and grew into a very loving, kind, soft spoken young woman. She always met you with a big smile. I visited with her several times in Walmart over the years and the last time she worked at the college concerts, we visited.
I'm just so very very sorry to read of her passing. I'm thinking of you at your loss.
Sending prayers, Marcia Cunningham

I enjoyed working with Sydney at the college for many years. It was very sad to hear this. Prayers for Bud, family and friends.

Always smiling and such a precious friend! Bud, my prayers are with you and family! Love, Billie Sue Rohrscheib

Bud and Derek
We were saddened to hear of Sydney's death. We are thinking of you both.
Ann & Bob Lee

Bud and family , Sydney will be missed tremendously . She was always pleasant to talk too ,and always had a smile on her face.
Rest in peace Sydney ! Until we meet again.

Bud. I'm so sorry for loss.

Bud and Derek, my sincere condolences to you both. Sydney was such a sweet and caring person. I truly enjoyed the years that we worked together at the college and the conversations we shared. Rest in peace my friend 🙏🏾🙏🏾

So sorry to hear the loss of Mrs. Sidney! She was the kindest lady. I loved going into the video store growing up and picking out a movie with her and Mr. Bud. Some of my favorite child hood memories. ❤️

Bud I was saddened to learn of Sydney's passing. She was a great neighbor and friend. Her ever present smile was a lift. I pray for you to receive the peace and comfort that she is enjoying now.
Rusty

Our deepest sympathies to Bud and Derek and family. Thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort.

I'm so sad to hear of Sydney's passing. She was so sweet & friendly - so kind, & always took the time to visit. I will miss her. Many condolences to her family. Praying for strength & comfort for you all. ❤️❤️❤️

Bud, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.

I am so sorry for your loss. Sydney was so sweet. I will be praying for your family.

So very sorry for your loss. Prayers and strength during this difficult time.

I have so many fond memories of Sydney - from the bank, Dr. Chu's, the Video Store, and PCC. I always loved visiting with her and running into her at Wal-Mart. I could count on her to have a smile on her face and for her to ask about my family. She will live on in our hearts. Prayers for you all.

Really sorry for your loss of such a sweet person . She will surely be missed. God Bless the family . Praying for you all

My thoughts and prayers go out to Sydney's family at this time. I'm so sad to hear of her passing.

Bud and Derek. Sydney was a sweet person and will be missed. She always had a smile on her face and truly loved both of you. Praying 🙏🏻 for your family.

Bud and family, Bill and I will be praying for comfort in the loss of Ms Sydney. She was always very sweet and kind. I enjoyed working with her at the bank. Liz & Bill Evans

My hard is saden by hearing the translation of Sydney. She was always a caring person to me. She will always have a place in my heart. RIL Sydney

Sydney and I worked together at the college for many years and she was my superwoman at work and my friend all the time. She would do anything to help others and we will miss her dearly. To Bud, Derek and the rest of the family, know that Sydney was not only loved by family but friends as well. My prayers are with you.

So saddened about this news. Bud and family, my prayers are with you.

Bud, Derek and family,
My heart is so sad for the loss of Sydney, she was so sweet and kind, with a smile on her face always. You couldn't ask for a better friend. Syd loved her family so much and lite up over her granddaughters. Rest well my friend, you will be greatly miss and I love you so much. Prayers for her family.
Stephanie

Dear Bud, Derek and family:
What a beautiful blessing Sydney was to all who knew her and especially those of us who worked with her for years. She was a friend to everyone, always greeting you with a big smile and laughter. She was a small person with such a big heart! Wishing you all peace, comfort, and healing.

Bud we are so sorry for your loss. She was a really sweet person. Bud we sending prayers for you and your family. May God be with you and your family.

Syd was such a sweet person! It breaks my heart she 's gone. Haven't seen her in years but I know if I had have, it would have seemed like yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. ❤️🙏

Bud, Derek and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of Sydney. She was a sweet soul, and she loved you so. When i would see her she loved to talk about her grandbabies.
She will be missed. My thoughs and prayers are with you all.

Bud i am sorry for your loss. Sydney was always one of the happiest people i seen on my visits to Dr. Chu. I will keep yiu in my prayers.

Bud, so sorry for y'all's loss. My prayers are with you.

Sydney was such a sweet person and a good friend for many years. My condolences and prayers to you Bud, Derek, and the family. Rest easy sweet friend 🙏🏽🙏🏽

Sydney Ann and I grew up together. We loved going to each others' house for lunch while attending Woodruff Elementary School It has been several years since I saw her but the last time we spoke, it was just like we had never been apart. Many prayers for all of the family.

Sydney, was such a sweetheart. Always had a smile on her face. Sending prayers and hugs to you all.
Danny and Roxie

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time......such a sweet person and I never saw her that she wasn't smiling...cherish your many years of sweet memories

Sydney always had a beautiful smile. She was the one person I could always rely on when I was at the Chamber. Sydney helped make the Chamber Banquet a great success each year.

Sydney was so afraid beautiful soul inside and out. She was always there for a lot of people. I worked with her during my 10 years at Phillips college. Prayers for her family. Resting eternally with our Heavenly Father.

Bud, Derek, and family, I am so sorry to hear this. Sydney was a wonderful precious lady. We will be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

I will never forget this sweet friend. Always smiling and so much fun. So thankful to have had her in my life. Derek love you and will be praying for you and family now and the days to come. It's tough loosing your mom. ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

Many hugs and prayers for peace and comfort from our Lord

Our heartfelt condolences to the Oberle family. We pray that you find comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead. May you feel surrounded by love and supported through this time of loss.

Sydney had a smile that would brighten up your day.
Rest in peace my friend.

I am so sorry to learn of Sydney's passing. I hope you find comfort in your memories.

I'm so sorry to hear about Sydney. Prayers for her family.

Bud you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sydney was a very nice person and I know she will be missed by many.

Bill and I are sorry for your loss. I know y'all will miss Sydney dearly she was a sweet lady and enjoyed being around her and family.

Prayers for Mr Bud and family! Sorry to hear about Mrs Sydney. She was one of a kind and always so sweet and nice. She would greet you with a smile every time I would see her at the video store or at the college.

God bless this family and provide them with strength and comfort.

Bud and Derek...Floy and I are so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this time. I've known Sydney since we were in kindergarten. She was a great person and a good friend. Rest in Peace my friend!

Bud, Derek, Marilyn, and Sylvia....I hold you all so close to my heart! I have been beyond blessed to be considered part of your family. Time spent with you all along with Ms. Ernestine and Mr. Griffey are some of my fondest memories. To each of you and your family I send my love and prayers.
Cheryl

Prayers to her family and friends. 🙏🏼

Bud and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Sydney. She was such a sweetheart and good friend. I worked with Sydney at the College. I know she loved her family. My hope and prayer is that the Lord will wrap His Loving arms around each of you at this difficult time and give each of you peace and comfort. Hold to your Precious Memories as they will comfort you in time. Love and prayers Barbara ❤️ 🙏

So very sorry to find out about Sydney's passing. She and I were great friends during Junior High School. We lost touch for a bit, but when we reconnected it was like time stood still. I adored her! She was a bright light. My Momma, Pauline Smith, of course, knew Sydney from all the time she spent at our home in the early years and laughter was guaranteed if Sydney was around. My Momma also appreciated all Sydney did for her while she was the Dance Educator at PCCC. I'm so sorry for your loss and am thinking of you and yours Bud.
Sincerely, Cheryl

Bud and family so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending love and prayers for comfort during this difficult time. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻