Mary "Beth" Elizabeth Hartwick

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Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
115 S. Broadview
Greenbrier, AR  72058
Sunday, November 11, 2018
6:00PM to 8:00PM
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Pleasant Valley Baptist Church
676 Hwy 25 W
Greenbrier, AR  72058
Monday, November 12, 2018
10:00AM
Cemetery
Pleasant Valley Cemetery
Highway 25 North
Wooster, AR  72181
Mary "Beth" Elizabeth Hartwick

of Greenbrier, AR

July 25, 1951 - November 9, 2018

Mary E. ''Beth'' (Burnett) Hartwick, 67, of Pleasant Valley, went to heaven on Friday, November 9, 2018. She was born July 25, 1951 to the late Charles Louis and Mary Agnes ''Honey'' (Setzler) Burnett and lived her life in the same community where she was born. Beth graduated from Greenbrier High School and University of Central Arkansas where she earned a Master's Degree in Library Science. She was a pillar of her family, member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church and loved dearly by all who knew her including the nurses who cared for her during a long hospital stay. She leaves behind a loving husband of 49 years, Jerry Hartwick, two sons, Brad Hartwick (Audra) and Cody Hartwick (Penny); and a daughter, Brooke Worden (Dusty) as well as six grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Justin, Lora and Ally Hartwick and Sarah and Wes Worden; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert L. Burnett and her parents.

Beth was the Sr. High Library Media Specialist at Greenbrier High School when she retired after 35 years. During those years she took the library from card catalog to the computer era and worked hard to get her students whatever topics they requested even if she had to get them from another library or her private collection. She started the accelerated reader program in hopes that all her students would read more than 1 or 2 books through their high school days. As an extra incentive she would get local dealerships to donate a vehicle to be given away each year from a drawing where students could enter their names by the amount of books they read. Beth also started a work internship program which allowed students to work part time in a job of their choice. She always believed that people should work in a career that they loved just as she did, and strive to reach their fullest potential. She served as senior class sponsor for 15 years and in 2011, the year she retired, she was chosen to be the alumni speaker at graduation.

Granny Beth was happiest when she shared experiences with her grandchildren ranging in age from kindergarten to college. She always attended their events and praised their accomplishments, she loved shopping trips and traveling with her friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, November 11th at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. A funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 12th at the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church with Brother Virgil Porter and Brother Freddie Mark Wilcox officiating. Interment to follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery with Hunter Burnett, Sam Burnett, Tommy Burnett, Bart Hartwick, Luke Setzler and Wade Wiedower serving as pallbearers.

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37 Condolence(s)
Mark Grisham
Perth, AR
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Friday, November 22, 2019

I've only just found out that Mrs Hartwick passed away. I enjoyed helping the library in 84-86 and those were good times. I'd have liked to tell her that she's part of the reason that I'm a teacher librarian now.

Melinda Luce and Family
Greenbrier, AR
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Saturday, January 19, 2019

Mrs. Hartwick was one of the sweetest people. I remember her fondly. She was a dandy as well as the rest of her colleagues at GHS. She was always there to greet you with and smile and an occasional smack on the shoulder. Her personality was genuine and her heart was kind. I will see her again one day. To the family and friends: I’m so sorry for your loss but overjoyed with the fact you shared her with me for those precious few years. Prayers for you all.

Melinda Luce
(Mrs. Diane) (Mr. Anthony)

D'Anne Easton
Conway, AR
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Saturday, November 17, 2018

Beth was a joy to be around. We first met over thirty years ago at the Arch Ford Coop and would run into each other at other library media specialist meetings. She had such an infectious smile and laugh. She was a beautiful soul.
Please accept my condolences.

Terry and Katherin Smith
Guy, AR
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Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Our sincerest condolences to the Hartwick family. We are both former Greenbrier students and have fond memories of Mrs. Hartwick.

Joey & Amber Wallace
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, November 13, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about Beth, such a sweet lady.
I will keep you all in my prayers.

Mandy Matthews
Tulsa, OK
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Monday, November 12, 2018

Brad and Hartwick family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mama was such a sweet lady. I hate hearing this. I pray for peace and comfort for you all.

James herring
conway, AR
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Monday, November 12, 2018

My heart goes out to the whole family. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed deeply.

Ratis and Dorothy Yeager
Greenbrier, AR
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Monday, November 12, 2018

Beth will be missed by all of us! She was a great lady!
Dorothy and Ratis Yeager and Brad and Donna Wilcox Beck. Debbie Wilcox Freeman.

Ratis and Dorothy Yeager
Greenbrier, AR
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Monday, November 12, 2018

Beth will be missed by all of us! She was a great lady!
Dorothy and Ratis Yeager and Brad and Donna Wilcox Beck. Debbie Wilcox Freeman.

Kimberly Holloway
Greenbrier, AR
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Monday, November 12, 2018

My deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. Beth was a wonderful lady.

Pam Cardin
Greenbrier, AR
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Sunday, November 11, 2018

Beth was a strong and dedicated woman who is an example for us all. 49 years of marriage, mother and grandmother, 35 years at her job helping kids plan their future and the fight she had to live!
Well done Beth! Now rest with Jesus all in the faith will see you again!

Johnny & Linda Irby
conway, AR
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Sunday, November 11, 2018

Brooke

Shariden Anderson
Conway, AR
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Sunday, November 11, 2018

Penny Baker
Greenbrier, AR
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Sunday, November 11, 2018

Jerry, Brad, Cody, Brooke and all the family.
My heart aches for you all. I just can’t imagine this is real. I’ve never lost a close and dear friend like Beth. It has torn my heart up. I want all of you to know you will continue to be in my prayers. Please never hesitate to call me or Glenn for anything at all. We love you like family. Sometimes friends are even closer to us than family. Glenn & Penny Baker

Chris Brown
Ola, AR
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Sunday, November 11, 2018

To my dear friend Jerry and his family, may god bless and watch over each and everyone of you in your time of sorrow. My prayers are with you all.

Dee Dee Witherington
Conway, AR
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Sunday, November 11, 2018

Love you Brooke and praying for your family

Linda Brown Russell
Conway, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

Jerry and Family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers, love and positive thoughts during this sad and hard days ahead.

Vikki Wallis
Quitman, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

Jerry, Brooke, and Penny...... So sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your families. I used to clean Beth’s house and we had so many great talks. Such a beautiful person!

Brenda Watson
Pine Bluff, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

My heart goes out to Jerry, family and friends for your loss of a dear loved one. Charish all the great memories. Beth is no longer in pain and will be with you forever in your hearts.

Connie McMillen
Greenbrier, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

Jerry, Brad, Cody, Brooke ....Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart bleeds for you at this time......I loved Beth just as many others......I’m so sorry for your loss and sadness.

Dick Rauschenberger
Heber Springs, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

Jerry,
So sorry to read of Beth's passing. She was always loving and caring for your boys and daughter and you. Mary Beth said she saw her recently at Sam's and they talked for quite awhile. She will be missed by anyone who met her.

Sincerely,
Dick and Mary Beth Rauschenberger

Danny Burnett
Broken Arrow, OK
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

So sorry for the loss of Beth. She fought a good fight and will surely be missed by all her family including me but especially by her grand babies.
My prayers to all the family today.

Danny

Bridget Browning
Greenbrier, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

Beth was such a sweet and loving woman, with a smile on her face for everyone. Jerry, Brad, Cody and Brooke; my heart is with you all during this time of loss and grief. I love you all dearly.

Tiffany Miller
Conway, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

Brooke and Cody I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.

Jennifer Hillis
Conway, AR
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Saturday, November 10, 2018

So sorry for your loss Brad, she was a bank customer of mine for years and was the sweetest lady. Prayers for you and your family.

Jennifer Johnson Choate
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

Always enjoyed seeing her smiling face when I was in high school. She was always so warm and welcoming. Glad there is no more pain. Praying for the family during the time.

Adelia curnett maxwell
Morrilton, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

Mrs. Hartwick was a great lady. She will be missed.

Janis Garrett Robbins
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

So sorry for your loss; praying for all of you. God bless you all as you make it each day without her here, but you will be reunited with her again. She was a wonderful lady and a great influence on so many. Always smiling when we would see each other.

Rick and Melinda Reynolds
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

To the Hartwick family we are so sorry for your loss. Beth will be missed. You will be in our prayers.

Donna Berry
Conway, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

My heart is sadden for her family and yet I can rejoice, knowing Beth is walking those streets of gold, seeing her family that went on before her in Heaven, and no longer in pain. My prayer is for God to wrapped each of you in His loving arms with comfort and peace. She will surely be missed.

Lisa Goodniht
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mrs. Hartwick. She was so sweet. Praying for all of her family.

Curtis and Susan Bradley
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

So sorry to hear this... Mrs. Hartwick was a precious lady and will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Rusty and Debbie Cox
Bastrop, LA
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Friday, November 9, 2018

We are saddened by the loss of this wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and educator but Heaven gained a precious angel. We are praying for all the family and those who love her.

Charles Parsons
Holland, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

Beth was a wonderful mentor and colleague and I am proud to have called her friend. Praying for her family at this time.

Nadja Plummer
Scott, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Prayers during this difficult time. I have so many wonderful memories of Beth. I'm thankful she's no longer suffering and is with God.

Cheryl sager
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

Beth was the sweetest and will be so missed. I loved her smile and great sense of humor. Prayers for the family.

Joe Carter
Guy, AR
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Friday, November 9, 2018

Such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers with the entire family.