of Brookland, AR
October 22, 1934 - December 3, 2022
Lois Jean Carter, 88, of Brookland, AR passed away Saturday, December 03, 2022 in Jonesboro, AR. Jean was born October 22, 1934 to William "Rufus" and Maudie Ann (Ladd) Burdyshaw. Jean retired from Frolic Footwear after 45 years of service. After retirement, she began working with Service Master of Paragould, where she dedicated 10 years of service.
She was a member of Prospect Baptist Church and devoted much love and service to the Lord. She loved to garden, was a collector of many things, including Barbies, Milk Glass, Denim Days and was happiest spending time with her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Jean is preceded in death by her parents; an infant son; infant granddaughters, Reianna and Destiney Forkum; brothers, Bill Burdyshaw, Robert Burdyshaw, Wayne Burdyshaw; sisters, Margaret Burdyshaw, Linda Burdyshaw, Patsy Davis and brothers-in-law, Joe Miller, Wayne Snell and Jimmy Yarbrough.
Those left behind to cherish the memories of Jean include her daughters, Karen (Ricky) Forkum and Beverly McQuay; grandchildren, Cody Thornton, Levi (Kirby) Thornton, Steven Glenn, Kailey McQuay; great-grandchildren, Jhett and Charlee Jo Thornton; brother, Stanley Burdyshaw; sisters, Vergie "Tookie" (Eulas) Dorton, Fredia Miller, Goldie (Gary) Haynes, Carol Snell, Joyce (Robert) Bednar, Shirley (Ronnie) Waln; sisters-in-law, Doris Burdyshaw, Sherry Burdyshaw, Carol Burdyshaw and many nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones.
Funeral services will be at 2 pm Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro with Rick Hathcoat officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Jonesboro.
Visitation will precede the service beginning at 1 pm.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Rodney Glenn, Terry Davis, Gary Davis, Terry Forkum, Justin Waln and Payton Futrell. Honorary pallbearers are Levi Thornton, Cody Thornton, Steven Glenn and Steve Beck.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial donation be made in Jean's name to The Alzheimer's Association, Arkansas Children's Hospital, St. Jude's Hospital or Flo and Phil's Hospice House of Jonesboro.
The family wishes to extend extreme gratitude for the loving care, respect and compassion that was received from Craighead Nursing Center of Jonesboro.
Sign Guestbook
18 Condolence(s)
Michael Clark
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Oh no! I try to nevwr miss a funeral of someone that mattered to me. Failed this time. Prayers are with Karen and Beverly and their families! God bless yall!!
Penny Crain Rue
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Karen & Beverly,
I was saddened when I learned that your sweet mother had gone home. I know she loved you very much, and cared for you above and beyond throughout the years. May the Lord bless and keep you close, and grant you the peace that only heavenly understanding can grant.
Penny
Penny Crain Rue
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Karen & Beverly,
I was saddened when I learned that your sweet mother had gone home. I know she loved you very much, and cared for you above and beyond throughout the years. May the Lord bless and keep you close, and grant you the peace that only heavenly understanding can grant.
Penny
Barbara Ishmael
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Condolences and prayers to Karen and family.
Lucy cooper
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all your family.
Shirley McKinney
Monday, December 5, 2022
We will miss Jean so much. I will pray for your family and see you soon.
Bryan
Monday, December 5, 2022
So sry. She was a special person who had a big influence in my life . She made this world a better place so sry for the family but god has gained another angel
Mary M Baugh
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Rest in peace my friend, you were a good friend to me, I will always cherish the time we worked together, & went to church together.
norman scarborough
Sunday, December 4, 2022
She was a fine lady
Shirley Gambill
Sunday, December 4, 2022
So sorry to hear of your loss. Jean was such a sweet lady and I know she will be missed by all of you. Praying that all of you will have peace in knowing that she is in Heaven and rejoicing today with her Lord.
Pete & Shirley Gambill
Richard May
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Condolences and prayers to you and your family. May she rest in peace.
Beth Holcomb
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Karen I'm so sorry for your loss. There's nothing like our sweet mommas . I sure miss mine but I talk to her and think of her all the time! Everyday I think to myself I got to call momma and tell her .... love u Karen and prayers for you!
Kelly and Wanda McGaughey
Sunday, December 4, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. Your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Phyllis Morgan
Sunday, December 4, 2022
I am so sorry for the lose of your sweet Mother. She was a very special person to person to me. She was so proud of you girls.
Jennifer Andrews
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Mary m Baugh
Saturday, December 3, 2022
I will truly miss Jean very much, worked with her at Frollic Footwear for 34 years, when I retired from Frollic in 1985, she was a very special friend, loved her very much, she was a true Christian, will be missed, rest in ✌, Mary M Baugh (Maggie Baugh)
Mandy, Kris & Kyson Goodman
Saturday, December 3, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Thelma Beck
Saturday, December 3, 2022
My love and prayers to all the family. May you find comfort and peace during this time of sorrow. Know that you are loved. Thelma and Bill Beck