of Russellville, AR
October 31, 1943 - August 19, 2025
Helen Louise (Weaver) Lochridge, 81, of Russellville, Arkansas was called to her heavenly home on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 in Delaware, Arkansas surrounded by family. Although she had recently moved to Russellville, AR to The Arbors, Helen was a long-time resident of Leslie, AR.
Helen was born in Camden, AR in 1943 to the late AY and Edna Estelle Risser Weaver and was the youngest of thirteen children. She graduated from Fairview High School in 1961 and went on to study accounting at the Foster School of Business from 1961 to 1963. Helen married Tony Lochridge in 1964 and spent the next 54 years together until his passing in 2018.
In 1976, Helen and Tony moved their family to Leslie, AR where they raised their four children and became valued members of the community. Using her knowledge of accounting, Helen provided bookkeeping services for many businesses and individuals in Leslie and the surrounding areas. Helen was a highly talented, self-taught pianist and enjoyed playing for friends and family. For many years, Helen played the piano for the gospel group ''The Family of God Singers'', whose only album ''Happiness'' was released in 1979. Helen continued to play the piano for friends and family until the week before her passing. She was an active member of the Leslie First Baptist Church and sang in the choir for many years. Helen also dearly enjoyed cooking and serving food to all who entered her home. She was well known for her chicken and dressing, dumplings, tuna salad, pecan pie and chocolate delight.
Helen is preceded in death by death by her parents, AY and Edna Weaver; her husband of 54 years, Tony Lochridge and her twelve siblings, Bo Weaver, Eloise Reynolds, Viola White, Jim Weaver, Thelma Miller, A.Z. Weaver, Mary Tucker, Ben Weaver, Vernon Weaver, Patricia Barnhart, Essie Lawson & Tressie King.
She is survived by her children, Debbie Snow, (Mike); Sheri Lochridge; Tonya Moles (Kevin); Jason Lochridge (Mary); her grandchildren, Michelle Snow, Jarred Connett (Kayla King), Jacob Connett, Madalyne Moles, Kody Moles, Jazzmin Standridge, Brittany Lochridge (Quinn Andrews) and Jennifer Tillery (Ryan) and two great-grandchildren, Dakota King and Atlas Tillery.
Funeral services for Helen will be 11:00 AM Friday, August 22nd, 2025 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Scott Housley officiating. Visitation will be 10:00 till 11:00 AM preceding the service. Burial will be in Leslie Cemetery where Helen will be laid to rest beside her husband, Tony. Bearers will be Kevin Moles, Kody Moles, Jarred Connett, Jacob Connett, Ryan Tillery and Anthony Redmond. Honorary bearers will be Brandon Housley, Freddy Joe Johnson and her new extended family at The Arbors.
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27 Condolence(s)
Cathy (Clubine) Turner
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Todd Deatherage
Sunday, August 24, 2025
I’m so very sad that to hear of Helen’s passing. She was such a friend to my parents over decades. When our youngest sister died and my mom was in the hospital during the funeral it was Helen who came to our house and helped Dad get Tanya and me ready for the service and out the door. Praying for the whole Lochridge family. She leaves behind an enduring legacy of love and kindness, music and laughter, and a beautiful family.
Karen Hutcherson
Friday, August 22, 2025
So very sorry to hear about Helen's passing. I have good memories of her in church at First Baptist in Leslie. I could listen to her play the piano for hours and never get tired of it! Prayers for her children and grandchildren at this time.
Clara Foshee
Friday, August 22, 2025
Prayers of peace and comfort for family
Jackie Ward Tumbleson
Friday, August 22, 2025
Hey Sherri Lochridge, my old flintrock friend, I have thought of you many a times thru the years, I asked Trena about you sometimes. I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. My dad passed away a few months ago. The ache of loss stays with you, especially on special occassions.then you will start to remember happier memories, that will still make you sad, but it gets a little better each day.. Jackie & Scott Tumbleson
Georgia Jump Watters
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Helen will be Forever in our hearts will truly be missed.
Prayers to all the family.
Awaiting our Heavenly home where all will be reunited .
Carla. Kelley
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Helen was a very kind lady…Prayers for the family.
Dora Lochridge ellis
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Helen was blessed with her musical talent and always shared at family gatherings. She will be missed
Lori Short
Thursday, August 21, 2025
So many members with Helen. She was a hoot and I can still Remember the different things that she said being a teenager hanging out with Tonya! She was always so kind to me. Tonya, thinking about you and your family, Debbie, Sherri, and Jason.. love y’all.
Reni McLemore
Thursday, August 21, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss.
Russell Lochridge
Thursday, August 21, 2025
I love y’all and will miss Helen.
Randybarnhart
Thursday, August 21, 2025
I’m so sorry for the loss of our aunt Helen she was a very loved and special aunt and will never be forgotten
Revel and Becky
Thursday, August 21, 2025
We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. We love you!
Tracie Martin
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
I have so many good memories of Helen while I was growing up! I’m so very sorry for your loss! Prayers! 🙏
Trish Hinchey-McDaniel
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
So sorry to hear about your mom
Cherish the memories
Prayers for you all
Annette Lochridge Stover
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Aunt Helen was such an inspiration to everyone. Praying for all of you🙏🏻❤️
Toni Graham-Cowles
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
So sorry yo hear about your Mom. She was a great lady. Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time.
Douglas Campbell
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
So sorry to hear of Helen`s passing.
Peggy Adams
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Prayers for the family
Betty and Ray Barnes
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Sorry to hear of losing Helen, but she is in a better place we know. I remember going to church at Leslie Baptist a few times when my kids were growing up. Helen always made us feel welcome. I really appreciated that. She became a special friend to me. May God give you peace and comfort.
John and Kay Branscum
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Debbie, Sheri, Tonya, Jason and families, we have lots of good memories of Helen and all of you kids. So sorry for your loss . You are in our thoughts and prayers.
James and Jeri White
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Our deepest sympathy
Barbara Smith
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Helen was a really sweet lady., She always had a smile on her face. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. May you find comfort in knowing she is with Tony again and with her lord. God Bless each and everyone of you.,
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Very sorry to hear this.
Charla Kay
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
I love you! 😞❤️
Charla Kay
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
I love you! 😞❤️
Carrie Reutter
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
So sad to know that Auntie has passed. She was such a sweet soul. My prayers are with y'all