of Sherwood, AR
August 25, 1958 - February 3, 2026
Jawanda Marlene Holloway, 67, of Sherwood, Arkansas, went peacefully to be with the Lord on February 3, 2026, after fighting a long hard battle of cancer. She was born on August 25, 1958, in Conway, Arkansas to Vernon and Allie Sawrie.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Allie Rae Sawrie; dad, Vernon Sawrie; father, Curtis Huey House; and sister, Pamela Diane Thacker.
Jawanda is survived by her loving husband of 28 years Bill Holloway of Sherwood; brothers, Curtis Ray Sawrie (Kimberly) of Mt. Vernon, Byron Sawrie (Wanda) of Quitman, and sisters, Marsha Cox (Kendall) of Greenwood, Annette Howell (Ray) Texarkana, TX, along with several nieces and nephews that loved her dearly.
She had a lifelong passion for music, dancing and embracing life to the fullest. She was known for her vibrant spirit, her love of laughter, and her enjoyment of really cold beverages shared with friends. She was truly full of life and lived it on her own terms.
In her 40's, fibromyalgia impacted her health and led to early retirement from AETN where she was an asset manager. She did not let the illness define her. She faced her challenges with determination and grit before lymphoma took her too soon.
She will be remembered for her unapologetic spirit, her love of music and movement, her fierce loyalty to family and friends and the joy she brought to those around her.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 11:00am at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Visitation will be one hour prior at 10:00am. For those able to attend, we hope you will come prepared to share your stories and memories of Jawanda, and in this way enrich and expand everyone's memories of her.
Online guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway
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20 Condolence(s)
Glenda Turney Aitchison
Monday, February 9, 2026
Jawanda was always so intelligent in high school, advanced. She had an amazing mind. She was my best friend in high school and beyond, and I was amazed at her. I will miss her greatly. Her family was always so nice to me back when I was a young person.
Dale and Sheila Donnell
Saturday, February 7, 2026
I am so sorry about Jawanda. We pray for comfort and peace for you during this time.
Sherry, Sheila and Susan and families.
Mark Wingfield
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Bill, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and family. Rest in peace Jawanda.
Linda Shock
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Jawanda was a friend and Mah Jong buddy. We both worked at AETN at different times. I’m so sorry she has passed. She was funny and warm and will be missed.
mary Turney short
Saturday, February 7, 2026
I'm so sorry for y'alls loss. jawanda was for sure a special person and will be missed by many people. she was actually my sister's friend when I was little and I don't remember her ever not being around. after I got older we had our own friendship develop and she always kept me laughing. much love and many prayers for her and all the family...
Gary Schultz
Friday, February 6, 2026
Jawanda and I worked together for many years at AETN. She was always chasing me all over the place to get me to sign an invoice or something, or to explain department purchases. Jawanda always brought a big smile and a little happiness with her from the other building. My deepest condolences to Bill and her family and friends.
Karen Matthews
Friday, February 6, 2026
. Ronnie and I always loved Vernon and Allie Rae. Ronnie worked for Vernon at the gas station. So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you.v
Ruth Chandler
Friday, February 6, 2026
I am so sorry .
Such a beautiful person inside and out. Full of joy and laughter and just a bright star to everyone that knew her.
My friend. She will always be my friend , always and forever in my heart.
Fly high my sister.
Prayers of comfort for the
family . Love to Bill...hang in there..it's one day at a time.
OXOX
Tracy Smith
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Oh I am so sorry to hear this! I will always remember Jawanda for her kindness and humor. We had a great time house hunting and I know she loved her new home, Bill you made her very happy! Thinking of you and praying for you to focus on all the love and great memories!
Linda Bradke Jackson
Thursday, February 5, 2026
I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. Jawanda was my cousin. She will be missed by many. Prayers to Bill and the rest of the family.
DiAnn Hammon
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Jawanda recently contacted me after many years. We worked together in Arizona many years ago. I always loved her and will miss her.
Scarlet
Thursday, February 5, 2026
My heart breaks for Bill and the rest of the family over the loss of Jawanda. She was such a light in this world. I pray for peace and comfort for this family in the tough times ahead. Fly high sweet girl.
Curt Holloway
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Liz Abernathy
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
I am heartbroken by the loss of my friend. Prayers and love to Bill and all of Jawanda's family and friends.
Michael Gibbs
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Praying for the family.
Charlie Holthus
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
My Condolences to you and the family, Bill.
Karen Spickard
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Jawanda touched so many life’s. We have sine wonderful memories to hold her in our hearts I am so sorry for your loss Bill and family Rest in Peace
Love Karen Spickard
Pennie Culpepper-Hitt
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Sending prayers and healing thoughts to Jawanda’s family. She and i were good friends in school and she always made me laugh and was a happy spirit girl that I treasure our memories forever.
Mona Harrington-Brewczynski
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
I'm so sorry to hear of Jawanda's passing. We went to Greenbrier school together and the last time I saw her in person was when we had a group together planning our 35 year reunion in 2011. I saw the post on FB about her being sick and private messaged her a couple of times sending her prayers and wishing her success with her treatments, as I too have had B-cell Lymphoma cancer and in remission. Prayers to all of her family as you go thru this difficult loss. I know she will be missed. ❤️
Sherry and JC Cowdin
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Bill, Curtis, Kimberly and Family, We are so very sorry about Jawanda. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. She was a beautiful soul inside and out.
We love you, The LaForce Girls and Families