of Cash, AR
July 6, 1936 - October 26, 2025
Joann Priest of Cash, AR, departed this life on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born in Cash, AR, on July 6, 1936, the daughter of CE ''Bill'' and Ruby Estell (Daniels) Overfield. Joann attended Grubbs High School. She was a member of Grubbs Church of Christ and attended Cash Assembly of God.
Joann married James ''Mann'' Priest at the age of 16, and they were married for 71 years. Joann and Mann farmed for several years. Joann finally took a job at Frolic Footwear and then went to General Electric. She also drove the school bus for many years, sold insurance, and was a caregiver before retiring. Joann was one of 15 children. Since she was one of the elder daughters, she had many responsibilities at a very young age, including taking care of all the younger siblings. This helped shape her strong work ethic. She was a very hard worker, and she knew how to stretch a dollar.
Joann had several hobbies. She loved sewing, crafts, gardening, canning, and cooking. Joann was a very loving and caring person. She taught Sunday school for years and was very active in her church. The love for her children and siblings was well known. Joann enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She was a great cook. People would tell her she needed to patten her hushpuppy and chicken and dressing recipes, because they were the best!
Joann is preceded in death by her husband, James Edward ''Mann'' Priest; four brothers, Charles ''Bo'' Overfield, Bobby Overfield, Roger Overfield, and Rickey Overfield; five sisters, Gracie Lee Brown, Donna London, Jane Higgs, Sue Greer, and Patsy Morgan; and her parents.
Joann is survived by her children, Barry (LeeAnn) Priest of Mountain Home, Pam (Jim) Woodard of Bono, Jackie Guffey and Devan Priest, both of Cash; three grandchildren, Jill (Blake) Dement, Nathan Tate, and Sarah (Hayden) Ellis; two brothers, Donald (Sharron) Overfield of Afton, Wyoming, William "Butch" (Rita) Overfield of Cody, Wyoming; three sisters, Glenda (William) Browder of Manassas, Virginia, June Lloyd of Grubbs, Arkansas, and Sherry (Joe) Trotter of Weiner, Arkansas; and many more friends and loved ones.
The family would also like to express their sincere thanks to Larry and Genevieve Farley for their generosity and thoughtfulness. ''You will never know the impact you have had on our family. Thank you for helping watch over our parents. Love always.''
A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025, beginning at 2pm at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home (1900 W. Washington Ave. Jonesboro, AR 72501) with Ryan Lloyd and Steve Mabrey officiating. Burial will follow at Redd Cemetery in Cash.
Visitation will precede the service beginning at 1pm.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Keith Guffey, Tyson Trotter, Rick Higgs, Phillip Priest, Michael Bryant, and Gary Priest. Honorary pallbearers will be all of Joann's nephews.
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18 Condolence(s)
PATRICIA JOHNSON
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
So sad to hear of Joann's passing she was like family I have known all of your family since I was a little girl , we went to church together , if Joann and Mann wasn't at our house we were at their's . So many memories y'all are just family . Love to all of y'all
Leeann Castleberry
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.
Sincerely,
Robin and Leeann Castleberry
Anita Sullins Wagster
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
I remember Joann and Mann from my teenage years at Grubbs Church Of Christ. My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family and friends. I remember Joann had a great singing voice!
Nancy Parish
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Jackie & family,
Losing your sweet mama is so hard my friend. You & your family will be in my thoughts & prayers over the coming days & weeks. May God comfort you as only He can!
Bilinda Norman
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Prayers for all of you. She was a special lady.
Brad Greer
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
She was just a wonderful person. So lucky to have had her as my Aunt. See you soon sweetheart.
Rhonda Hill
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
JoAnn was such a sweet soul. She will be missed by many. Sending prayers for all touched by her passing.
Joan Thetford Gammon
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Jody Roberts
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
My Deepest Sympathies to you & your family during this difficult time. Your mom was a treasure. Love, Jody
Pam Newsom
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Pam...so sorry to hear of your Mommas passing. I know this is a very difficult time for you. I will be praying for strength and comfort in the days to come.
Gayle Sprinkle
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful mother & grandmother, prayers to you & your family.
Phyllis Wynn
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
My deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of you Mother and Grandmother. Prayers.
Teresa Crotts Darby
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
The Mann and Joann Priest family and their four children were apart of our church family at Grubbs Church of Christ, all my teenage and young adult life!! They were both such special people and loved by all who knew them! God bless the family at this time as well as the Overfield family!! Just good people❤️🙏
Tami Best
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
We are saddened to hear of Joann's passing. She will be remembered for her smiling face and all of her activities in the community.
May the Lord wrap his loving arms around all the families and friends and know she is resting now without a care in the world.
Kathy Lambie
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
I'm very sorry for the loss of your mom! As I know, it's a very hard time in your life. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Love you!
SHARRON HESTER USSERY
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
I am sorry for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother,
you are in my thoughts and prayer.
Sharron Hester Ussery
Myrla Ivy
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
What a wonderful Godly example Joann was. Always smiling and happy. Thoughts and prayers to her children, grandchildren and siblings. God Bless you all.
Penni Sprinkle Talley
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
My deepest sympathies to Jackie and the entire family in the loss of such a precious mom and grandmother. I know you will miss her and I know you have confidence that she is rejoicing with the angels and you will see her again someday!
Hugs and prayers for you all
Penni and Mike Talley