Nellie Mae Orr

Send Flowers

Visitation Schedule
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 W. Washington Avenue
Jonesboro, AR  72401
Thursday, May 25, 2023
12:00 to 2:00 pm
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 W. Washington Avenue
Jonesboro, AR  72401
Thursday, May 25, 2023
2:00 pm
Cemetery
Harrisburg Memorial Park Cemetery
HWY 14
Harrisburg, AR  72432
Nellie Mae Orr

of Harrisburg, AR

January 1, 1938 - May 23, 2023

Nellie Mae Orr of Harrisburg, AR passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR. Nellie was born January 1, 1938 in Florence, AL to James and Hattie Mae (Lyles) Jenkins. She worked in the grocery business and was of the Baptist belief. Nellie's hobbies included working in her yard, gardening and cooking for her family, that she loved dearly.

Nellie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 46 years, Ottis Orr; a granddaughter, Rosa Lee Orr; a great-granddaughter, Ellie Jane Orr; five brothers, Houston, James, Bill, Doug and Delbert Jenkins and two sisters, Helen King and Evelyn Parker.

Those left behind to cherish the wonderful memories of Nellie include her three sons, Billy (Ruth) Orr, Johney (Ellen) Orr and Glen Orr; twelve grandchildren; a host of great-grandkids and a brother, Ellis Jenkins.

Chapel services will be 2 pm Thursday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro, AR. Burial will follow at Harrisburg Memorial Cemetery in Harrisburg, AR.

Visitation will precede the service beginning at 12 pm.

Nellie's grandsons, Wally Orr, Tyler Orr, Matt Orr, Steven Orr, Jared Orr and Trey Keller will serve as pallbearers.

Sign Guestbook

15 Condolence(s)
Barbara Orr
Porterville, CA
Liked
Saturday, May 27, 2023

Sorry for your loss of Aunt Nell.

Archie Lee Parker
Cairo, GA
Liked
Friday, May 26, 2023

Please accept condolences to our family on the passing of aunt Nell. My memories of her are all wonderful as she was always kind and caring. She was the definition of a kind and hospitable person who love her family deeply. My comfort from her passing is that she is with Jesus and her family rejoicing forever more. Thank you Lord for your plan of salvation

Phyllis Austin
Lepanto, AR
Liked
Thursday, May 25, 2023

Doris Jean
Fairview, NC
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Many memories of you. Loved you dearly. Loved uncle Ott. Loved your family.
Rejoicing that you are with God and your husband and brothers.
Peace And Comfort to your Sons and grandchildren.
With love
Dorisjean

Jamie Orr Garfield
Porterville, CA
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Sending my condolences ❤️

Linda and Dale Grennell
Perry, MI
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

You were truly blessed to have her in your life❤️

Rodd Wilcoxson
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Deepest sympathy in the loss of Bill's mother. You, Ruth, had a loving experience from a woman who welcomed you into her life as a daughter, not just a daughter-in-law. God bless Bill, you and your family.

Cleat Jones
Lansing, MI
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Sorry for the families loss

Wanda B Hendrix
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Losing a Mama is so very hard. Prayers for comfort, strength and even joy as you rest in the peace that you will see her again! Much love to the family.

Cheryl Norris
Trumann, AR
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Ms. Nellie you will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to this family.

Bo McElya
Harrisburg, AR
Liked
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

My condolences to the Orr family. Prayers for God to bring peace and comfort to you all, and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lou Kellet
Maumelle, AR
Liked
Tuesday, May 23, 2023

So sorry to hear about Miss horse passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

Pat Wolover
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Tuesday, May 23, 2023

To the Orr family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know Mrs Nellie will be missed by all of her friends and family.

Donnie and Iva Scroggins
Trumann, AR
Liked
Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Wishing you comfort as you go forward.

Marion L Wright
Lepanto, AR
Liked
Tuesday, May 23, 2023

To the family of this great lady, I will be praying for all of you! I did not know her, but Bill Orr is a super good man. I am sure she raised all of her children to be the same way! Prayers for peace and comfort!