of Farmington, AR
October 28, 1933 - October 7, 2025
Lois Rather, 91, of Farmington, Arkansas went home to be with her precious Savior, Jesus Christ on October 7, 2025. She was born to Johnny Allen Sisk and Maude Jane (Corter) Sisk on October 28, 1933. She married Vernon Lee Rather on April 20, 1956. She was a member of Mountain Home Bible Church and attended Main Street Baptist Church of Farmington since moving to Farmington. She was the example of a godly woman who loved her God with all her heart and showed it by her daily actions. All who knew her loved her.
Lois lived her life working with her husband at camps for young people and helping lead others to Christ. She worked at Marbax Shirt Company until her retirement in 1998. She will be remembered by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as the most loving mother, grandmother and ''GG'' her children could ever have and will truly be missed by all.
Lois is survived by two daughters, Ella Bailey (John) of Farmington and Liz Osnes (Randy) of Farmington; son, Paul Rather (Sheila) of Mountain Home, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Michael Bailey of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Scott Bailey (Arielle) of Fayetteville, Shambrey Walker (John) of Farmington, Austin Osnes (Andi) of Booneville, Arkansas, Madison Hill (Eric) of Farmington, Rylee Rather (Jaden) of Mountain Home, Mason Rather of Mountain Home; eight great-grandchildren, all of whom she absolutely adored; sister, Erma Stevens of Cherokee Village, Arkansas and many nieces and nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Rather; three brothers, GW, Charles and JD and four sisters, Colima, Zona, Dorothy and Jean.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Baxter Memorial Gardens with interment to follow.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Proverbs 3:5.
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8 Condolence(s)
Kaye Bates
Friday, October 10, 2025
Paul and Sheila, and family. So very sorry for the loss of your mom. Heaven has gained a very sweet and loving lady. Much love to you and your family!! Kaye Bates
Carol Phillips
Friday, October 10, 2025
Ella and family, I too worked at Mar-Bax, many years ago. Lois was a cherished friend to so many of her coworkers there. Prayers for you all; I know she will be missed by all her family and friends.
Carol Cartwright
Friday, October 10, 2025
So sorry to hear about your loss. Your mother was such a nice person.
karen and norm bushman
Friday, October 10, 2025
Loved that smile and always enjoyed talking with her and Erma. Sweet lady.
Ernie and Diane Bailey
Friday, October 10, 2025
Mrs Rather was a very sweet lady. She always had a smile for everyone. She was Ernie's Mom Norma's best friend. They sure enjoyed each other's company. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to her sweet family.
Pam and Eddie Cannada
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Our love to all the family. Aunt Lois was one of a kind. Her smile and laugh were contagious. 💕
Rice Family
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Prayers for her family and friends. She was always happy and a joy when she came into a room. Heart of gold!
Nancy Rather Cole
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Lois was married to my uncle whom we called Lee Rather. Lee was my daddy‘s brother and I remember Lois so fondly. We never lived in the same state, but on every visit Lois was the epitome of grace and hospitality. I’m thankful I knew her, and my prayers are with your family.