of Marion, AR
February 6, 1940 - July 5, 2025
Carolyn Ann Britton passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at her home in Marion, Arkansas on July 5, 2025 . Born in Galatia, Illinois on February 6, 1940 to Ted and Phyllis Shafer, who both preceded her in death.
Carol was a faithful member of Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and dedicated herself to service for nearly 50 years. She was an avid reader and enjoyed playing the piano, especially church hymns.
She loved spending time with her large family and cherished her time with friends, going on walks, playing cards and bunko. Summers were often spent canning vegetables from their large garden.
She worked alongside her husband, Donald Britton as the business manager of their family-owned company, Mid-Continent Laboratories, for 45 years.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Donald Britton and their seven children:
Tammie Worsham of Benoit, MS
Debra Wakeman of Luray, VA
Deena Scroggins of Collierville, TN
Mike Britton of West Memphis, AR
Dana Schuck of Marion, AR
Mendy Randall (Trevor) of Knoxville, TN
Scott Britton of Heafer, AR
Carol is also survived by 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; her brother, Phillip Shafer (Barbara) and nephews.
A visitation will be held at 1:00 PM, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 PM on Monday, July 14th at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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10 Condolence(s)
Kristy Sykes
Monday, July 14, 2025
David, Mary, Daniel, Emily and myself are all praying for you all during this time. You are like family to us. We love you and we will visit soon.
Allen & Kerrie O'Brien
Monday, July 14, 2025
We are so sorry to hear of Mrs. Britton's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God bless you all with comfort and peace.
Donna Williams Barrett
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Many prayers being sent to the Britton family. So sorry for your loss.
Kevin Southard
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Mendy
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Leah Anne Morse
Friday, July 11, 2025
We’ll be praying for your family ‘s loss.
Leah Anne Morse
Friday, July 11, 2025
We’ll be praying for your family ‘s loss.
Jeanie Hale Martz
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Carol loved her family so much. She was such a good Christian and was loved by her friends. Heaven's door has been opened for her, and she is greatly missed, Prayers for her family .
Cassandra Bretherick
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Sorry for your loss. I remember how sweet she was from church growing up. Prayers to the family during this time
Nannette & OD Baker
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Tammie, I truly enjoyed visiting & reminiscing with you today.
I am so sorry for your heartbreak of losing your sweet Mother. I completely understand.
Your faith is strong & I know that God is holding you & your family. His strength is sufficient. Please know that you & your family are in our prayers and thoughts. Continued prayers for your Dads health as well. 🙏🙏
Phil 4:13
Ernest Byerly
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Don:
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.