of Jonesboro, AR
June 30, 1929 - January 26, 2021
On January 26, 2021, Helen Louise Perry; wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister and friend went to be with our Lord peacefully in Jonesboro, at the age of 91. Daughter of the late Raymond and Kittie Mae (Wiggington) Herrington, was born on June 30, 1929 in Caraway. She was united in holy matrimony to James Autho Perry on October 21, 1946. They shared their lives together for 63 years. Helen was a devoted wife to James. She stood by his side and helped meet any challenges that arose in the many successful businesses that they owned. They were both entrepreneurs of their day. They shared the wisdom of these experiences with their sons-in-law and daughters who carried on the family business in their own way. This legacy has carried on through their grandsons, who are still in operation today.
Helen was a Godly, loving and model mother to each of her daughters. She taught them to love God first. They knew on Sunday mornings, Sunday nights and Wednesday nights, they would be in church without question. She loved the Lord with all her heart and taught her girls how to love Him as well. She lived Proverbs 22:1, A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better that silver and gold. Often times she would say she was just passing through here on earth. She knew her Savior and now is with him for eternity.
2 Timothy 4:7, She fought the good fight, finished her course and kept her faith. Helen was an active member to Central Baptist Church. She was also a member of Wisdom Seekers Sunday school and attended as a faithful member and loved her church.
Preceded in death by her parents; husband of 63 years James Perry; grandson, James Paul Sanders; brothers, James Raymond, Carol Preston and Ronnie; sisters, Bernice Herrington, Ermaline Garner, Erma Jean McKinney, Rachel Lewis and Rosie Baxley.
Survivors include, daughters, Joyce (Jon) Sanders, Wanda (O.D.) Walker, Patsy (George) Ivey, Darlene (Juney) Smith and Jamie (Heath) Brown; grandchildren, Joy Bigham, Jon Sanders, Jr., Lisa Bone, Pamela Hesse, Patty James, J.S Smith, Torie Warner, Drew Brown, Dalton Brown and Dylan Brown; great grandchildren, Amy, Justin, Trae, Taylor, Emily, Jadyn, Cal, Barrett, Brayden, Ivey, Hillary, Mallory, Jase, Carty, Rhett, Ridge, Reid and Riley; great-great grandchildren, James, Jude, Beau, Bonnet, Addison and Lynley; brother, Curtis Herrington.
Funeral service will be January 29, 2021, 2:00 pm at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Martin officiating. Burial will follow at Caldwell Chapel Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until time of service.
Pallbearers will be Jon Sanders, Jr. JS Smith, Dalton Brown, Dylan Brown, Justin Bigham, Trae Sanders, Rhett Warner and Jase Smith.
Honorary pallbearers will be Barrett James, Brayden James and Cal Walker Hess.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance while observing social distancing guidelines. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
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13 Condolence(s)
Dawn Riggs
Friday, January 29, 2021
To know Miss Helen was to know strength & a Southern Belle all in one. She was a Great Mom and even mothered me a couple of times. Those times still make me smile fondly as I remember how someone small in stature could be a mighty force. She always treated me as family and for that; I am honored and humbled. The family Miss Helen & Mr. James created was one based on the Word of God, deep love & respect for Him and one another. If you have the privilege of knowing them or one of their children, you are blessed. They exemplified that family is important and the ties that bind are built on values based on scripture. I wish I could say I am half the woman Miss Helen was and in honor of her memory; I will aspire to become a more Godly mother and wife. Love & Prayers for all who love her, Dawn Riggs
Roger and Patricia (McGuire) Borgognoni
Thursday, January 28, 2021
So sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Helen. Beautiful obituary in honor of your mom. Our prayers are with you.
Shirley Stovall
Thursday, January 28, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Loved Helen and have many happy memories of you all. She was so proud of her girls and was a storybook Mom. God be with you and yours and give you peace and comfort.
Timothy Mckinney
Thursday, January 28, 2021
My condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the family, so sorry for your loss.
Ron and Sue Hirons
Thursday, January 28, 2021
Wanda we send our love to you. So sorry for the loss of your mother.
Wanda Seaton Linebarger
Thursday, January 28, 2021
Darlene and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort now and in the days ahead'
Barbara Reese Openlander
Thursday, January 28, 2021
Darlene, it's sad that your mom left you but as you have said she is now with her heavenly Father!
God bless you and family.
Kenny and Sharon Long
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Our deepest sympathy.
Dustin & Hillary Byrd
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
I’ll love & think of you, always.
Marla Grissom
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Darlene your mother was a very special lady. I did not know her personally but I feel like I’ve know her my whole life. Seeing her active in all you home gathering and I also look forward to seeing her smiles. She raised some mighty fine children and grands. I love the statement you made to me ..... mama it’s ok to go the heaven, save me a home next to you. That’s pure love. You have been very blessed by having Godly parents. Let her memories live on forever. Love you
Ethel May Beall
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
What a lovely lady and mother!
Waymond and jennifer hudson
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
So sorry for ur loss prayers for yall
Donna Williams
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Sorry for your loss.