of Batesville, AR
May 17, 1941 - December 24, 2025
Lida Laniece Jackson, 84, passed away on December 24, 2025, in Batesville, Arkansas. She was born on May 17, 1941, in Batesville, Arkansas to Claud Julian and Rhoda Mayse Julian.
Laniece had a compassion for all animals. She enjoyed time with family and friends, going to church, playing solitaire, and helping anyone she could. She was a wonderful mom and Mamie, and a joy to all that crossed her path.
She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Simmons (Matthew) of Newark, her grandchildren, Cole Simmons (Meredith), Austin Simmons, Denise Burns (Craig), great grandchildren, Carter Simmons, Crayton Simmons, Dylan and Violet Burns; several friends and other family members.
She is preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Delesa Martin, a brother Claude Ray Julian, and a cousin Edith Cartwright.
Pallbearers are Kenneth Wantulok, Kevin Brenner, Charlie Skaggs, Jon Branscum, Chuck Branscum, and Charles Jordan.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home Chapel, with Chuck Crow officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn cemetery.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Memorials can be made to Humane Society of Independence County, 5 Environmental Drive, Batesville, AR 72501
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15 Condolence(s)
Elizabeth Gardner
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Deepest Sympathy to a wonderful family and friends
Pauletta Magness
Saturday, December 27, 2025
So sorry to hear this. She was such a beautiful lady. Praying for your family.
Linda Jobe
Saturday, December 27, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss... Laniece was a special lady and friend. May Our Loving Heavenly Father Grant you Comfort and Peace during this time of stress and grief.
Kevin Brenner
Saturday, December 27, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
She will definitely be missed, I would go to her house anytime Carolyn would let me know she needed help with her appliances or heaters or to check on anything around the house, have even went just to help Carolyn getting her in and out of house. She said she always trusted me and made her feel safe with things. I always have and will treasure those words and giving her the trust she believed in me. She was a sweet loving lady I will never forget.
My prayers are with Carolyn and family
Carl
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Revelation 21:1-7
Shelley Branstetter Watts
Saturday, December 27, 2025
My heartfelt sympathies to Carolyn, Laniece’s grandchildren, and all those who love and miss her.
I remember Laniece from my early years when her Daughter, Delesa, and I were friends, and spent many hours and nights at her house. I remember Laniece’s kind heart, her smile, and her sweet laugh. She was always willing to help others in need, and was an amazing Christian example to me in my early years; I will always b grateful to her for that. She had a strong love for all animals, and loved her kitty, Leonard, beyond words.
Laniece made this world a better place. I wish the world had more people like her in it. I was blessed to have had her in my life.
I will miss u Laniece, and look forward to when we meet again as our LORD has promised 💕
Alan Vickery
Saturday, December 27, 2025
I worked with Laniece years ago at International Shoe factory.
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery
Paula Burns
Saturday, December 27, 2025
So sorry for the loss of Mamie. She was a wonderful friend to our family and she will be missed! I’m so sorry I can’t be there as I’m in Mn with my son but will thinking of all of you . Prayers to all.
Judy Altom
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Carolyn, I am saddened to hear that your mother passed on. She was such a wonderful woman. Sweet and friendly always smiling. Hugs to you and your family.
Shelley Branstetter Watts
Saturday, December 27, 2025
My heartfelt sympathies to Carolyn, Laniece’s grandchildren, and all those who love and miss her.
I remember Laniece from my early years when her Daughter, Delesa, and I were friends, and spent many hours and nights at her house. I remember Laniece’s kind heart, her smile, and her sweet laugh. She was always willing to help others in need, and was an amazing Christian example to me in my early years; I will always b grateful to her for that. She had a strong love for all animals, and loved her kitty, Leonard, beyond words.
Laniece made this world a better place. I wish the world had more people like her in it. I was blessed to have had her in my life.
I will miss u Laniece, and look forward to when we meet again as our LORD has promised 💕
Judy Gunter Altom
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Carolyn my heart goes out to you on your loss. I always remember her coming tobsee you at work . It teally showed how much she loved you. Hugs my friend.
Jimmy and Ladene Bray
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Jimmy and I are so sorry for your loss. Laniece was a sweet Christian lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Prayers for comfort and peace for Carolyn and family.
Lucy Cross
Friday, December 26, 2025
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. LANIECE has been through so much lately! May God comfort all of you. Good memories will help you through this time!
Howard c. Langwell jr
Friday, December 26, 2025
Caring sweet soul. Thank you for sharing the love, the kind words and the family history.
Love, 2nd cousin Howard jr
Debbie Tosh Harper
Friday, December 26, 2025
So sorry Carolyn. Your Mom was such a precious lady.