of Marshall, AR
February 11, 1939 - November 29, 2025
Johnnie Ruenelle McElroy, age 86, of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Saturday, November 29th, 2025 at Highland Court in Marshall, Arkansas with friends by her side. She was born in Harrison, Arkansas on February 11th, 1939 to John Lewis Bolen and Dottie Sinyard Bolen. Ruenelle was married to Vardry ''Red'' Lee McElroy for 38 years before his death in 2018.
Ruenelle worked for many years at Flintrock Shirt Factory in Marshall. She loved working on the farm and caring for her cattle until her health no longer allowed. Her independent spirit and strong work ethic will live on in those who knew her best.
Survivors include several cousins and extended family. Ruenelle is preceded in death by her parents, John and Dottie Bolen; her husband, Vardry ''Red'' McElroy; aunts, Bessie Sarratt, Etta Harris and Hazel Campbell; one infant aunt, Clara Bolen and one uncle, Clyde Omage Bolen.
Funeral services for Ruenelle will be 2:00 PM Thursday, December 4th, 2025 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Shane Horton officiating. Visitation will be 1:00 till 2:00 PM preceding the service. Burial will be in Dongola Cemetery where Ruenelle will be laid to rest beside her husband, Red McElroy. Friends and family will serve as bearers.
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23 Condolence(s)
Tom Wimberley
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Rest in peace Jonnie
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
So sorry to read about Ruenelle , we worked together at the shirt factory for years. She was a good friend, we will all miss her.
Shawna Jolly Wilbanks
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs.Ruenelle’s passing. She was full of personality and she could make some delicious food. She used to cook for us when I worked for the Sheriff’s Office and we had many conversations. Rest in Peace Mrs Ruenelle, I will miss you. Prayers for the family.
Janet Hubbard Rainbolt
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Sorry to hear of Ruenelle's passing. Ruenelle and Red were our friends. Prayers for the family.
Pat Holley Halsted
Monday, December 1, 2025
I was very sorry to see this post. I send prayers of comfort to the entire family;
Coy & Sue Horton
Monday, December 1, 2025
Runelle will be missed. Prayers for her family & friends.
Carol Sue Bryant
Monday, December 1, 2025
One of the most interesting ladies I met after retiring and coming back to this area she remembered everyone from our child hood . I’m glad she had a good place to go when her health failed may we all be so fortunate . May she sing in heaven
Mike & Rita McEntire
Monday, December 1, 2025
So sorry to hear of Ruenelle's passing. Loved visiting with her at the Nursing Home. Such a sweet lady.
Cecil and Lori Harmon
Monday, December 1, 2025
My husband and his family were lucky enough to meet Ms. Ruenelles threw a friend, and she was such an amazing, fun person that she became like family to us. She would call Cecil her boyfriend, and would always greet us with a big smile. We enjoyed our visits and time spent with her. May she rest in peace. She will be missed.
Trish McDaniel
Monday, December 1, 2025
So sorry to hear this. Prayers for the family
Albert & Anna( Rainbolt) Maze
Monday, December 1, 2025
Prayers for the families of Ruenelle. She was an awesome person.
Josephine Perry
Monday, December 1, 2025
Sorry to hear of her passing Red and Ruenelle we're friends Joe's and mine, She will be missed.
Rick and Janice Horton
Monday, December 1, 2025
Ruenelle was one of a kind…always laughing, always teasing, always with a kind heart. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Kay Branscum and Pauline Blough
Monday, December 1, 2025
Sorry for your loss. Ruenell and Red were good friends to Mom and Dad (Richard and Pauline).
We've visited her several times while at the nursing home and she was always a sweet person and kept us updated on everything going on around. She loved and missed Omage very much but then Gwenda was there for her and she loved her dearly as well. Prayers for her family and those closest to her.
Cheryl Hensley
Monday, December 1, 2025
I'm really sorry to hear about Ruenelle. She was a lot of fun. She friended my mom when she went into the nursing home. They were going to sneak off, and go to Hawaii together ❤️
Sending my prayers to her family.
Jackie & Don Koppenhaver
Monday, December 1, 2025
So sorry for your loss, prayers for her family 🙏🏻
David & Elizabeth Nondorf
Monday, December 1, 2025
So very saddened with the loss of Ruenelle. I have good memories. She loved Omage Bolin and missed him so much. Praying for her family and friends
James and Leada Horton
Monday, December 1, 2025
Loved being friends with Ruenelle and Red. Our love and prayers for all the family.❤️🙏❤️🙏
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Monday, December 1, 2025
I really hate to hear this. Ruenell was a true friend of mine for many years and so was Red. She will be missed by lots of people.
Melba Ward
Monday, December 1, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Worked with her at Flintrock for many years. Prayers for all.
Tammy Milburn
Monday, December 1, 2025
You will truly be missed.
Faith & Andrew Phillips
Monday, December 1, 2025
So sad to hear of Ruenelle’s passing! I always loved picking fun at her whenever she came to Doc Hubbard’s office! Praying for her family!
Roxanne
Monday, December 1, 2025
Rest in peace my dear