of Conway, AR
February 24, 1940 - January 11, 2022
Judith Sumners Stuart, 81, of Conway, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. Mrs. Stuart was born Saturday, February 24, 1940 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to the late Charles Sumners and Arthur Schreckengaust Sumners.
Mrs. Stuart was a charter member of Woodland Heights Baptist Church where she served as a church secretary for many years. She enjoyed canning, making jelly, mentoring young people in the church and shooting squirrels. After losing her husband in 2001, she devoted her time to ministering to other widows throughout Conway.
Left to cherish her memory are, two sons, Mark Stuart (Sally) of Conway, Arkansas, Matthew Stuart (Ronda) of Conway, Arkansas; one daughter, Kecia Sandusky (Michael) of Magnolia, Arkansas; eleven grandchildren, Thomas Stuart, Jason Stuart, Sarah Moore, Mark Phillip Stuart, Whitney Wagner, Kennedi Tate, Van Stuart, Emily Faith Stuart, Jessica Sandusky, Mikayla Sandusky, Rebecca Sandusky; ten great-grandchildren; one brother, William Arthur Sumners of Iowa; one niece, one nephew, and many other treasured family members and friends.
Judith is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of forty-two years, Thomas Stuart, one sister, Sue Sumners and one brother James Sumners.
Funeral services for Mrs. Stuart will be 2 PM Sunday, January 16, 2022 at Woodland Heights Baptist Church in Conway, Arkansas. Visitation will be one hour prior. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway, Arkansas. Brothers Larry White, David Hatfield, and Matthew Stuart will officiate.
I just now found out about Judi's death....she was a dear friend when we were teenagers at FBC and graduated Class of 1958 at FSHS...I have good memories of that time in my life....blessings to all her family.
I rejoice for Judi's home going to the very presence of our Lord. And what a reunion with her beloved Tom.
I am saddened for family and friends who will miss her presence. "We grieve, but not as those who have no hope."
It was a joy growing up as lifelong friends at First Baptist, Fort Smith, graduating from FSHS in 1958.
I know I will see her again some day!
Sincere sorrow for your loss of Mom, grandma and great grandmother.
Treasure your funny , good memories .
im sorry i never let you get to know the woman ive become. but thank your for teaching me patience.
i miss you gran, love you always.
-your granddaughter Marcy
Dear Family, Judie was a precious lady. I enjoyed our friendship for many years and was honored to be her hair stylist too.
Peace and Love â¤ï¸
Judy R
Mark, Sally, and family - Linda and I send our heartfelt condolences in the passing of Judie. We know she is rejoicing in the presence of her Savior and loved ones gone on but we also know how much she will be missed here on this earth. Our love and prayers for peace in the days to come.
Judie and Janie two of the original Birthday girls are celebrating together. They have not been able to do that in a long time. Tom is telling the to “ remember what they know “. We will miss our loved ones, but they are in the wonderful place in the presence of Jesus .
I am so sad to hear of Judie’s passing She was a dear friend and such a godly lady. I am thrilled for her that she is with her beloved Tom again.
Family, our Judie was a Godly, gracious, beautiful southern lady. Judie has preached her service for years with her life choices and her love for her Savior Jesus. Mike and I and our entire family, children and grandchildren loved Judie and she will never be forgotten. Thanking God for the Blessed assurance that she is with her Lord and sweet Tom.
Mark and Matt, I'm so sorry to hear about your dear mother. I had the pleasure of meeting her when Tom was my softball coach many years ago. She was such a sweet lady. My prayers for you to find strength and peace as you face the days ahead of you without her. Have joy knowing that you will be with her and your dad again one day. God be with you and comfort you as only He can.
What a shock to learn of this loss at this time. Please know that we are in prayer for all of the family - that God's loving arms will embrace you from no until that great and certain reunion we will have with her in the clouds when we meet the Lord in the air.
In Christ,
Ann & Ed
I am so sad to hear of her passing. She was a sweet example to everyone who knew her.
Mrs. Judie was one of a kind. She was one of the most precious ladies who always made you feel like you were the only one in the room. She was a blessing to all and I loved her so much. She will be missed!
We are so sorry to hear about Judy, but we can only imagine what a wonderful reunion there was in Heaven. We loved her. Praying for you allâ¤ï¸ðŸ™
Mark and Sally, we are saddened for your loss. We didn't know your mother, Mark, but her legacy shows the type of woman she was. We'll be praying for you as you adapt to her new life in Heaven. Love you much! Chere' and Bill
So many wonderful memories of Judie, Tom and all of you! I just know she ran into the arms of Jesus, then turned around and looked for Tom. Our prayers are with all of you, but what a gift she gave you by leaving you the knowledge of where she is and will be waiting on each and every one of you. Love you all so much.
Stuart Family,
Your Mon & Dad were precious friends for many years.
Although I haven’t seen her since moving to Jonesboro, I think of her often. I will miss her.
Judy was a wonderful Christian lady that I always admired. She was very kind and loved her family and her church. My sincerest and deepest condolences go out to her family.
What a precious Christian lady who was a wonderful servant of the Lord. She and Tom took us under their wings as Tom was a new Christian . Praying for you and your family.
Judy had such a beautiful spirit. She will be missed by all of us. RIP Judy. Prayers for her family.
So sorry to hear of Judiths passing she was such a sweet and gracious lady.
She will be missed.