of Harrison, AR
December 11, 1940 - November 10, 2021
Ramona Bonita Beavers, age 80 of Harrison, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 at Highland Court in Marshall, Arkansas. She was born in the Maple Grove Community near Leslie, Arkansas on December 11th, 1940 to Frank Jennings and Lena Barr Jennings. She married James Edward "Jim" Beavers on January 25th, 1964.
Ramona was a member of the First Baptist Church in Marshall, Arkansas. She attended UCA and graduated with her Bachelor's degree in education in 1962. She went on to achieve her Master's degree in 1967. She retired from the Marshall Public School System after 34 years of teaching. Ramona continued to work as a substitute teacher with the Harrison Public school system for another 10 years. She was a member of the Boone County Retired Teachers association.
Survivors include her daughter, Brooke Horton and husband Cameron of Marshall; sisters-in-law, Verlie Jennings of Idaho and Kathy Chauncey of Lubbock, TX; and many extended family and friends who will also mourn her passing.
Ramona is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Lena Jennings; her husband of 23 plus years, Jim Beavers; and siblings, Barr Jennings, Duvol Jennings, Cecil Jennings, Leonard Jennings, Sam Jennings and Noreen Bensch.
Funeral services for Ramona will be 1:00 PM Friday, November 12th, 2021 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Sean Milliken officiating. Visitation will be 12:00 till 1:00 PM preceding the service. Burial will be in Marshall Memorial Gardens where Ramona will be laid to rest beside her husband, Jim Beavers who passed away in 1988. Bearers will be Kevin Roach, Bart Reynolds, Isaac Milliken, Steve Lee, Zach Tuell and Roger Ratchford. Honorary bearers will be James Tilley, Jeff Jennings, Matt Chauncey, Larry Jennings, James Dyer and Bill McBride.
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38 Condolence(s)
Sherrie (Beavers) Lewis
Monday, November 29, 2021
Brooke,
I just learned of your mother's passing, and I'm sorry to hear this news. She and her bright smile will be missed. The video brought tears to my eyes--thank you for sharing that. Thinking of you.
Sherrie Beavers Lewis
Sue Nan Wheeler
Monday, November 22, 2021
Brooke and family,
I am bit late sending my condolences, but I still want you to know that I was sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I know you will miss her dearly; no one can ever replace one’s mother, and you had a great one. I seldom remember seeing Ramona without a cheerful smile…a very sweet lady.
My deepest sympathy,
Sue Nan Wheeler
Martha Drewry
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Prayers for your family. Mrs Beavers was a great teacher!
Pat Halsted
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Brooke and Family
Prayers for peace and comfort at this most difficult of times.
Susan Jennings
Saturday, November 13, 2021
Brooke I am so sorry for your loss. I loved listening to your moms stories about the family adventures from the past. Prayers for comfort at this difficult time.
Kasondra Aguilar
Saturday, November 13, 2021
Brooke,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your sweet mama. You shared her with so many of us and Mrs. Beavers had a positive impact on countless lives. What a legacy! Lifting you in prayer and asking God to surround you in a comfort that only He can provide. ♥ï¸
Nell Sutterfield Hall
Saturday, November 13, 2021
Brooke,
I was so sorry to hear of your mom's death. I know you will miss her terribly,
but just thinking of how much she loved you should help you get through it.
Especially with regard to you and Cameron, I am certain she did her best to live a happy life in spite of her ailments,
Nell Hall
Sue Waymack
Saturday, November 13, 2021
Mona and I have been friends at ASTC. I remember going home with her in her shinny black car when we were in college. I remember when she called to tell me she was marring the " love of her life, Jim. Through the years we would get together and discuss our friends and family. When she moved to Harrison we got together when I would go home to Valley. She had a wonderful laugh and was so special to visit. Brook you were so loved and special to her and I pray for piece and comfort.
Amber Tilley
Friday, November 12, 2021
Brooke,
I am sorry for your loss, and pray for God's presence and peace to surround you. My deepest sympathy. Amber Tilley
Kirk Peterson
Friday, November 12, 2021
I am very sad to hear of Ramona passing. I have very fond memories of Carrie and I visiting Ramona. Also, great memories of visiting both Ramona and Jim, walking down the hill, across the creek, and up the hill to their house with a squeaky screen door and always great food to snack on.
Nancy (Wallis) Cummings
Friday, November 12, 2021
To the Family:
I ‘m so sorry for your loss.
Mrs. Beavers was my fourth grade teacher. I have fond memories of her class. If someone would ask who was my favorite teacher, her name would come to mind.
In later years we became Facebook friends. I always enjoyed her post. She will be missed.
Laura England
Friday, November 12, 2021
Dear family,
Mom and I had the privilege of visiting with Ramona a few months back at the eye doctor in Harrison. It was a joy to see her and catch up! May the peace of God fill your hearts at this time. Most sincerely,
Laura England
Michael Horton
Friday, November 12, 2021
Prayers for peace and comfort for you in this difficult time. She was my third grade teacher way back in the day and had a positive impact in my life by encouraging me and expecting the best from me as a student. That lifted my trajectory throughout my remaining school years and beyond. I just wanted to say how thankful I am that she was someone who truly cared. She was a blessing to so many people over the years, both in and out of the classroom, and leaves behind a legacy to be proud of.
Albert Anna,& Alan Maze
Friday, November 12, 2021
Brooke we are so sorry about your Mom. You are in our prayers during this difficult time.
D. L. and Peggy Adams
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brook, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Renee Wallis Thieme
Thursday, November 11, 2021
I’m so sorry to hear this. I have lots of memories of her when I was a little girl and my dad would stop by and visit with her and her parents.
Shirley J. Gray
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brooke and family, my prayers are with you! Ramona was a very sweet lady!
James and Leada Horton
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Sorry for the loss of your dear Mother, Brooke. Love and prayers for you and all the family.
Chere' Beavers
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brooke, I am so sorry to hear about Ramona! She was a wonderful teacher, colleague, friend, and family member. Her sense of humor was terrific! You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Chere' and Bill
Joe and Melba Ward
Thursday, November 11, 2021
So sorry on the loss of Ramona Beavers, she was a really sweet and nice person who will be missed. Prayers for all.
Penny Limsky
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Fond memories of a wonderful woman. She always had a welcoming heart â¤ï¸ I will keep her and her family in my heart
Eddie and Pam Cannada
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brook, we are so very sorry to hear of your moms passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Malinda Cash
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Ramona was such a special person and teacher - insightful, caring, and firm. Her “kids†loved her and she made a lasting impression on so many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with Brooke and the family. She will be missed.
Debbie Watts and Craig Coffey
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead
Bethel Massey
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brooke, I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mother..Praying for comfort and peace during this most difficult time..
Angie Pemberton Johnson
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Sending prayers of comfort and peace for Mrs. Beaver’s loved ones.
John Steen
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brooke, I am so very sorry for your loss. Ramona was a great person. We would always laugh about the infamous tether ball game when she fell. She had a great sense of humor. I imagine they are having quite a reunion in Heaven.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Thursday, November 11, 2021
So sorry to hear about Ramona. We send you all our deepest sympathy, and prayers.
Tammy J Morrison
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brooke, my heart goes out to you. Thinking of you, sending hugs to you & prayers for you. Love you.
Bronwyn King
Thursday, November 11, 2021
I will be saying prayers for the family. Ramona was a very sweet person and always kind.
James Tilley
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brooke, so sorry about your mom. We are here for you.
James and Gayle
Perry Hancock
Thursday, November 11, 2021
She was my 4th grade teacher. My condolences to the family. We reconnected several years ago via Facebook and talked about her love for teaching.
Beverly Terry
Thursday, November 11, 2021
So sorry for your loss. What a wonderful woman.
Carrie L Peterson
Thursday, November 11, 2021
You will remain in our hearts Ramona. Rest in peace.
Clint & Juanita Maxwell
Thursday, November 11, 2021
A dear friend has gone on to a far better place and we will miss her very much. We appreciate the blessing of knowing her and memories of many good times and look forward to that grand reunion in the future where God has promised there will be no more sadness and all tears will be wiped away. Our prayer is that our Lord will put His loving arms about Brooke and the rest of the family at this time of such great loss. Clint & Juanita
Brenda and Garry Melton
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Garry and I enjoyed knowing Ramona for many years, as our neighbor. She was such a kind and pleasant person. We are so sad to find out about her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Sincerely,
Brenda and Garry Melton
Cheryl Wheeler
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Brooke and family,
I was saddened to hear of Ramona’s recent passing. I will keep you in my heart and prayers.
~Cheryl
Jack & Edna Treat
Thursday, November 11, 2021
So sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.