of Marianna, AR
August 3, 1964 - December 17, 2025
Debra ''Debbie'' Ellis Bennett, 61, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at her home. She was born on Monday, August 3, 1964 to Donald Ellis and Toni Peeler Ellis in Wynne, Arkansas.
Mrs. Debbie is survived by her husband, Doug Bennett, of the home, two daughters, Cassie Bennett, of Heber Springs, Arkansas, Kellie Bennett Milton (Rodney), of Marianna, Arkansas, five grandchildren, Destiny Milton, Kennedy Bennett Halley, Dawson Milton, Anna Halley, and Jay Ellis Turner, her parents, Donald and Toni Ellis, two brothers, Brian Ellis (Cilla), of Wynne, Arkansas, and Lance Ellis (Jenny), of Marion, Arkansas, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
She is preceded in death by one son, Blaine Bennett, and her grandparents.
Mrs. Debbie enjoyed shopping, traveling, and boating on the lake, and loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Billy Hinkle, Tyler Bennett, Chase Guest, Peyton Hill, Lance Ellis, and Phillip Mann. Honorary pallbearers will be Brian Ellis and Jason Gagne.
Funeral services will be held Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas with Brother Zach Ebarb officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas. Burial will follow services at McCurley Cemetery in Holly Grove, Arkansas. Family & friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna.
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16 Condolence(s)
Betty Jean (BJ) Bennett Benton
Friday, December 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Your family are in my prayers
Peggy Bennett West
Friday, December 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.
Doug and Peggy Bennett West
Sandra Ellis
Friday, December 19, 2025
Debbie was such a sweet girl. So sorry for your loss. Donald and Toni , know that my prayers are with you. Please call or send an email if you need to talk. I think of you often. Debbie will live forever in your hearts.
Janie Scaife
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Doug & family I'm so sorry for your loss. Debbie was a sweet girl when we all met in 1992 when Danny and I were married. She will be missed and y'all are in my prayers & thoughts.
Melissa Staggs
Thursday, December 18, 2025
We will be praying for your family! We will miss you, Debbie!
Gennaifer Ashcraft
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Praying for her family and friends. Debbie was a sweet lady always so full of fun and laughter. She will be greatly missed.
Johanna Uribe
Thursday, December 18, 2025
doug, kellie, and cassie- i am so sorry for yalls loss but please rejoice knowing deb IS and has received her ultimate healing. i will continue to be praying for yall. may the peace that surpasses all understanding that can only come from Jesus be with yall. 🧡
Kay Booker
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family during this heartbreaking time. May God comfort you as only He can do.
Kay Coleman Booker
Kelly Baty Jones
Thursday, December 18, 2025
I am so very sorry. The last time I visited with Debbie was at the lake in Greers Ferry. Indeed, she loved her children and grandchildren and that is what our visit consisted of telling me the love she had for them. Continued prayers for all of you in the coming days. She loved all of you so.
Debra West
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Debbie was one of the truest friends a person could have. If she was in your corner, she would fight for you in any arena. That's just one of the things that I always admired about her. Hugs to Toni and my sincere condolences to everyone in the Ellis and Bennett families.
keith bennett
Thursday, December 18, 2025
I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. May God give you strength especially during this Christmas season.
Keith Bennett
Shery L Storey
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
My heart is broken. Deb was such a precious lady and I will be praying for comfort for all of her family.
Rita Stiles
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
I'm sorry to hear of Debbie's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with y'all ♥️
Stephanie Davis
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Sending thoughts, prayers, love, and light to the Bennett family. Debbie was a wonderful person with a good heart. Cancer sucks. '"
Melinda L Gajeski
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Deedee will forever be a cheer mom and in our hearts. I cherish all the moments we had at the lake House and out on the boat. I'm gonna miss your laugh. You were an amazing woman. RIP
Tina Smith Fisher
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Doug and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers.