of Greenbrier, AR
June 14, 1943 - March 15, 2026
Sandy Earl Jolly, father, farmer, and devoted patriarch, passed away on Sunday evening surrounded by his loving family. Born in the Greenbrier area on the family's Century Farm that was established in 1857. Sandy was a strong willed and hardworking man with a great capacity of immense generosity, patience, and kindness! Despite a farming accident that prevented him from physically doing what he loved, which was farming, Sandy and wife Cathy built a successful and thriving dairy business together that expanded, even after Sandy's farming accident 30 years ago. Sandy was unstoppable in mind and spirit, and he did not quit until the job at hand was accomplished. Because of Sandy's unflappable ability to overcome the most difficult of situations, he was and is an inspiration to those who knew him.
Sandy required 24-hour health care, but he refused to give up or let his injury stop him. He was able to live at home and successfully direct and participate in the success of his farm because of the outstanding care that he received over the past 30 years from several dedicated aides. For the past eight years, Sandy received loving care from one special angel, Summer DeHart. In 2008 the Sandy Jolly Farm was recognized as the Faulkner County Farm family of the year because of Sandy and Cathy's hard work and dedication.
As the oldest of four brothers and one sister, Sandy farmed his entire life. Sandy graduated in 1961 as the salutatorian from Greenbrier High School. He was active in Future Farmers of America and served in the Army Reserves.
Sandy is survived by his wife of 42 years, Cathy (Kitts) Jolly; daughter and son-in-law, Marilee and Eduardo Mendoza; daughter and son-in-law, Mandy and Kevin Hare; and daughter Jennifer Barber. Grandchildren Miranda Mendoza, Ryan Rose Young, Hattie Mendoza, Emma Mendoza, Silas Mendoza, Spencer Hare, Andrew Hare, Hudson Hare, Ashlyn Hare, Jackson Hare, Dylan Barber, Katie Roxas, Jay Barber, and several great grandchildren.
He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law Jim and Pam Jolly; and his sister and brother-in-law, Teresa and Philip Golden. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Sandy was preceded in death by his parents, Doyle and Grace Jolly; brothers Hal Jolly and Don Jolly.
Funeral Service will be on Saturday, March 21, 2025, at 11:00AM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier, Arkansas. Visitation will be one hour prior starting at 10:00AM. Burial will follow at McNew Cemetery in Greenbrier, Arkansas.
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13 Condolence(s)
Judy Bivens Ostrowski
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Sending heartfelt condolences for your loss. I will be praying for all of the family.
Trish Sherman
Thursday, March 19, 2026
My deepest sympathies to the family and community. Sandy was one of a kind and will be missed by all those who knew him. ❤️
Samantha Davis (Mann)
Thursday, March 19, 2026
I am so sorry for your loss. My dad and Bill always thought so highly of Sandy. Praying for the entire family.
Lisa Goodnight
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Randy and I are so sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers .
Trish Sherman
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
My deepest sympathies to the family and community. Sandy was one of a kind and will be missed by all those who knew him. ❤️
Jason Ward
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Joe and Angela Davidson
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
We offer our sympathy and prayers for the Jolly family. Sandy helped me a lot in my younger years .
Woody and Margie Parker
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Cathy & Family, Sandy was indeed an inspiration to all who knew him. He waa our dear friend. He was a man of honor and integrity, admired by all. He will be remembered for his indomitable spirit and courage, who kept a smile on his face thru every adversity. He cared about others and uplifted your spirits just by being around him. He loved his family and appreciated the sacrifices Cathy made to care for him. May God wrap his arms around you and bring you comfort and peace With deepest sympathies, Woody and Margie Parker
Doug Ward
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
So sorry for the loss of Sandy ! He was a special man just like the rest of the Jolly bunch ! Will never forget him !
Ronnie Robertson
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Sandy was a very good man , I have known him all of my life and he was an inspiration for what a person can with a good person at his side.
Gary Mallett
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Myra Crawford
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
So sorry for your loss, Sandy will be missed. I will always remember his smile.
Jim Jolly