of Conway, AR
January 29, 1943 - May 7, 2021
Marvine S. Woodard, 78, of Conway, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 7, 2021. She was born January 29, 1943 in Conway, AR to the late Wesley Melvin and Ruby Lee (King) Southerland. Marvine was also preceded in death by two sisters, Melvenia White and Nadean Evatt.
Marvine is survived by her children, David Paul, Scott Paul, and Susan Loyd (Chuck), grandchildren, Madison Loyd, Makenzie Loyd, Morgan Paul and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
Marvine was a life-long member of Central Baptist Church in Conway. She retired from the Career Center at Conway Public Schools as a bookkeeper.
Marvine was a member of Beta Sigma Phi for many years. She loved the outdoors and nature. She also enjoyed gardening, traveling, painting, sewing and baking. Most of all, Marvine loved spending time with her family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be at 1pm, Friday, May 14, 2021 at Central Baptist Church, Conway with the funeral service following at 2pm. Bro. Don Chandler will be officiating. Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Faulkner County Historical Society.
I just found out today about Marvine's passing. I am so sorry. She was a great friend to me when we both worked at the high school. I had hoped to see her again. I have thought of her often. God bless your family.
To Marvine's family,
We are saddened to hear of Marvine's passing. We only met once when she came to visit her Aunt Frances King, but with her bubbly personality, we felt we had known her for many years. Marvine was so good to Frances and would send care packages and call. Lovely lady inside and out!
I’m truly deeply sorry your your Loss David, Morgan and Family. As Christians we know we will see them again . I’m in the sincerest of prayers and Condolences as this time of sadness know you are sent so much love!
God Bless You !!!!
Regena
I just learned of your loss today. My heart goes out to all of you, her family. Marvine was not only a work cohort but a very close friend. She will be missed. Marvine helped to make the day to day job of teaching a little easier and a little brighter every day. She was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor and I loved chatting with her about everything! God bless you and cover you with his grace and mercy during this time of grief.
Marvine was such a bright light.....a good friend in sorority days and co-worker at Conway Public Schools. Sending sincere sympathy and prayers....
Susan and family,
May God’s peace provide you with comfort needed at this time. And may the memories remind you of the good times you all had together with your Mom.
Marvine was such a sweet lady . She will be greatly missed, Rest In Peace.
Marvine will be missed by so many. She was very special lady and I have fond memories of growing up across the street from her family. God bless her family until we see her again.
Karla
Marvine was so special to our family. She will be greatly missed by so many. What a beautiful lady inside & out.
Marvine was much more than a beautiful woman; and she was literally beautiful.
She had a warmth and genuine friendliness to her that put people around her at ease. I don’t remember her ever being pretentious. She was uniquely Marvine and loved by many.
So very sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful and sweet lady.
Marvine was a wonderful person and is now with God in Heaven
My Dear Marvine what a beautiful person you were, I so enjoyed our visits in Guion and so sad that our visits have come to an end way to early in our friendship. I will miss you dearly. Rest In Peace my friend until we meet again, you will always be in my heart. Love youðŸ’
She will be greatly missed by all
We are so sorry about your Mom. She was such a sweet lady. Good memories of her when we were younger. And I so enjoyed our talks at the salon.
Miss her already .
May you have peace knowing she is with her Lord!
Carolyn
Scot,Susan, and David,
We are so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a sweet dear lady and will remain in your hearts forever.
We are going to be out of town and cannot be at her service.
You all are like family to us.
Love,
David and Bertie
Marvene was beautiful inside and out. She was always cheerful and had such a sweet smile.
May all of her children feel the love she had for them today and forever.
Love to all.
David and all the family. I am so sorry about your Mom. My prayers and thoughts are with you and May God Bless You in this time of loss. Prayers to all the family. Love all the family. Dorothy Stewart Morlan
Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time. Marvine was a very special lady who was loved by many.
Susan, So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family in the days ahead. JGray
I miss her already.
She loved the Lord and you can be comforted knowing she is with him.
Peace and Love,
Carolyn
Marvine was a lovely person both inside and out.
I am Carol's aunt and I know how much Carol loved Marvine. I am so sorry for your loss.
Marvene loved to laugh and will always be remembered for our “fun†on Nubbin Hill! Thank you for the good memories and for taking care of Bobbie. Prayers for her eternal life.
Sweet Marvine. I will miss your text messages. Give Melvenia a hug from me.
I’ll see you again one day.
Prayers for the family at this difficult time. RIP
Love,
Melissa
So so sorry.
Marvine was a part of our family. She will missed!!!
Susan, Scott, and David... our hearts break for you. Marvine was like a 2nd mom to me and I’ll never forget her. So many great memories of all of us growing up together on the farm. We are a truly blessed family... and our lives were made richer and fuller because Marvine was in our lives!! May God bless you all and give you strength and peace. God bless!!!
Love Johnny and Tasha