of Little Rock, AR
March 9, 1928 - September 5, 2022
Dollie Fern Frazier Fike passed away Monday, September 5, 2022 in Little Rock. She was born March 9, 1928 in Dodson, Texas to James Coy Frazier and Macie Ford Frazier. Fern's grandfather, J.W. Ford, moved her mother, sister, brother and her to Desha, Arkansas in 1937 during the Great Dust Bowl. Fern's father, along with eight mules, rode the train back to Arkansas. Fern joined Desha Methodist Church when she was 15 years old. Fern and her sister, Delores Frazier Wyatt and brother, James C. Frazier, Jr. attended Desha High School. Fern attended Arkansas College. Delores married Wayne Wyatt and moved to St. Louis, then returned to Batesville and James, Jr. graduated from UA Fayetteville as a civil engineer. James married Elaine Carmel and moved to Helena, Arkansas.
Fern married Thomas Dale Fike in 1946 and moved to Lonoke where he was employed by Kroger. Fern was employed at First State Bank. They moved to Batesville where they had two daughters, Pamela Clark (Kelly Clark) and Penelope Bowen (Larry Stinson). Fern has two granddaughters, Jennifer Hughes (John Hughes) and Ashley Bowen (Alex Brownstein); two great-grandsons, Jackson Hughes and Benjamin James Brownstein. Fern and Dale were married for 50 years, after his death, Fern traveled extensively. Her travels included England, Wales, Scotland, the Bahamas and many US states.
Fern loved genealogy and helped Co-Author a book on the Frazier family that dated back to 1620.
Fern and Dale joined Central Avenue Methodist Church in the 1950's where she raised her children. She attended Argenta United Methodist Church while in Little Rock. Fern joined the Order of the Eastern Star in 1946 and was a member for 76 years. Fern was a member of United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Daughter's of the American Revolution and a Mayflower descendant.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James C. and Macie Ford Frazier; husband, Thomas Dale Fike; sister, Delores Wyatt and brother, James C. Frazier, Jr.
Pallbearers will be Mark Wyatt, Jordan Taylor, Jack Bowen, Colby Frazier, John Hughes and Jackson Hughes. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Mark Williams and Robin Frazier.
Graveside services will begin at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville with Rev. Will Choate officiating.
Due to the spike in Covid cases the family requests masks to be worn at the service.
Memorials can be made to Presbyterian Village, 510 Brookside Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205; Central Avenue Methodist Church, 1205 N Central Ave, Batesville, AR 72501 or Argenta United Methodist Church, 317 Main St, North Little Rock, AR 72114.
The family would like to thank Presbyterian Village and Arkansas Hospice for their wonderful care.
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20 Condolence(s)
Shirley Frazier,
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Fern will certainly be missed.
Jamie Harland
Thursday, September 8, 2022
I remember Fern as a happy, vibrant, genuine lady. She was always smiling. I'm sorry you're Mom has left this life but I'm sure she's in the arms of Jesus. God bless you and your family.
Luanne & Kevin Lampman
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Pam,
Kevin and I are so sorry to hear of your very sweet beautiful Mothers passing. She was definitely a wonderful woman that will be greatly missed. We send our love to you and Kelly.
Kevin & Luanne Lampman â¤ï¸
Chris, Sarah, and Norah Isgrig
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Ashley and Penny,
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. She was an incredible person and I know that will hold tight your memories with her. You are both in our thoughts and prayers and we love you both. -The Isgrig’s
Don McSpadden
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of our mother’s passing. She was a friend from the Kelly-Wyatt days and a long time supporter. I had thought of her often after she moved from Batesville. You and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jean Burns
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I pray for your peace and comfort during this most difficult time. I will never forget the joy of taking Dollie to the different activities at the nursing home in Batesville where I worked. She always had a smile on her face and was so much fun to be around. Fly high, Dollie. You will be missed!!
Marion Murphy
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Pam, penny, Jennifer, Ashley, I am so sorry for your loss! I wish I could be there, but no I am there in spirit! Your mom had a zest for life, I would like to mirror her zest for the rest of my life. I will miss her deeply! You all take very good care of yourself. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love hugs and kisses. Marion
Amber "Schultz" Owen
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
I am so very sorry for your loss. Penny you and your family will be in my prayers.
Donna McGaha
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Pam & Penny. So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a super lady to have produced two such great daughters. My thoughts & prayers are with you & the rest of your families during this difficult time. It’s so rough to lose your family matriarch. I still miss my Mom so much. May God bring you the comfort & peace you need. 🥰â¤ï¸
Jill Sellers
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Fern was such a young soul! I loved talking with while she was in El Dorado.
She will be remembered as a fun loving person by me.
Sorry for your loss.
Jill Sellers
Vicki Farrier Doolin
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Pam and Penny, I am sad to hear of your mother’s passing. She was always upbeat with a big smile on her face when I was around her. She lived life to its fullest and was fun to be around. May your many precious memories bring you comfort and peace.
Jon & Jennifer Hidy
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Jennifer, we are so sorry to here of the passing of you sweet grandmother. She was such a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed.
Kimberly McBride
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
My thoughts and prayers with your family. Penny, Ashley and Mark Fern was a wonderful person and you all are wonderful examples. I know you will all miss her.
Toi and Johnny McMullin
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Johnny and I are so sorry for your loss. I have great memories of Fern and her bright smile.
Kim Tate
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of you sweet mother. Prayers for your family.
Mary J. Snapp Matthews
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Penny,
Thinking of you & praying for strength &
comfort for you your family at this difficult time.
Mary
Carolyn Crafton
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Pam, I am sorry to read of your mother's passing. She was always such a kind and pleasant person with a smile whenever we met. May the Lord bless you with peace and wonderful memories.
Marilyn Coursey
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Blessed to of know her she was loving with a caring heart. A sweet lady who was a joy to be around. She love to talk about her family and love them very much, you could tell she loved the Lord and share it with me. Sending love to her family and prayers God will give then the grace to morn there loss. May He bless the family at this time.
Bill Campbell
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Ashley, We are praying for you and your family.
Debbie Simmons
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Pam I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers and condolences for the family