of Jackson, MS
July 24, 1947 - May 4, 2023
Brenda Carrol Coley, age 75, of Jackson/Pearl, Mississippi passed peacefully with her children by her side on Thursday, May 4, 2023. She was born on July 24, 1947 in Marvell, Arkansas to the late Joe Calloway and Juanita Calloway. Brenda was of Baptist faith.
Brenda's passion in life was taking care of others. From being a stay-at-home mom, cooking southern meals for family gatherings, attending her children's sporting events, taking care of her ailing father in law, serving as a hostess at Central Mississippi Medical Center or moving back to Arkansas to spend time with her grandson, Brenda adored her family. She and her daughter shared a special mother/daughter bond.
Brenda was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Coley; siblings JoAnn Calloway, Ray Calloway, Linda Bennett and Doris Wooten.
She is survived by two children; John (Jennifer) Hughes of Batesville, Arkansas and Linda (Travis) Coley-Harvey of Pearl, Mississippi and one grandson, Jackson Hughes, as well as several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of Magnolia Senior Care for allowing Brenda the freedom to live her life with dignity as they embraced her fiesty ways with compassion.
A funeral service for Brenda Carrol Coley will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 8, 2023 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel in West Helena, Arkansas. A visitation will held prior to the service time at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Eventide Cemetery in Marvell, Arkansas. Brother Bobbie Baker will officiate.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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15 Condolence(s)
Keith & Renee Johnson
Sunday, May 7, 2023
John we're so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Keith Johnson
Saturday, May 6, 2023
Sorry for your loss prayers for your family
randy fitts
Saturday, May 6, 2023
She was a good person and I am glad that I knew her.
Mary Hall Bloesch
Saturday, May 6, 2023
I graduated with Brenda from Marvell High. I’m so sorry for your loss and will pray for your family at this difficult time.
Angela Mitchell
Saturday, May 6, 2023
Sorry for your loss, your mom is a beautiful lady! She is one of those people you remember.always pleasant, even when she was not feeling well. She will be missed. She has given you what you need to survive. God has her now! Stay blessed, and keep doing what she taught you. Much love many prayers for you and family.ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸŒ»
Ruth Kirkley
Friday, May 5, 2023
It’s been years but I remember the girls. Always nice and polite. So sorry to hear that.
Cornelia Montgomery
Friday, May 5, 2023
Sorry for you and your family loss praying for each of you â¤ï¸â€ðŸ©¹
Ronnie Painter
Friday, May 5, 2023
John sorry for your lost we will be praying for you and Jennifer
Sabrina Browers
Friday, May 5, 2023
May God comfort your grieving hearts and being you peace. Brenda was a sweet lady.
Katherine (Mrs Kat) Williams
Friday, May 5, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers 🙠to y’all at this difficult time in y’all lives love â¤ï¸ y’all
Linda Dunlap
Friday, May 5, 2023
Brenda was one of a kind beautiful lady. I feel I’m better by knowing her and being her friendâ¤ï¸
Debra McDoniel
Friday, May 5, 2023
John is my Step son in law. I’m so sorry for your loss. You and Jennifer and your sister is in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for comfort and peace during this difficult time. I love you all.ðŸ™ðŸ™â™¥ï¸
Patsy Dixin
Friday, May 5, 2023
Sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family 💞
Stephanie Harvey
Friday, May 5, 2023
My condolences to the family,
Kimberly And Kovy Young
Friday, May 5, 2023
Linda you and your family have our deepest condolences in the loss of your sweet mom… We are praying for you guys in that God will comfort you in this time of need… We love you and we are here if you need us!!
Kimberly And Kovy Young