of Conway, AR
January 4, 1923 - February 17, 2008
Edwin C. Kersey went Home to the Lord on February 17, 2008. He was born January 4, 1923, in Bee Branch, Arkansas. He was the first born child to his now deceased parents, Ellis Thurman Kersey and Edith Scott Kersey.
He has one sister, Ruth Kersey King.
On May 16, 1942, he married his life-long love, Jerita Fleming. He has three sons, Edwin, Jr. and wife Diana of Broken Arrow, OK, Rick and wife Sharon of Texarkana, TX, and Joe and wife Susan of Charles Town, WV. He also has 9 grandchildren (Kristan, Matthew, Michael, David, Laura, John, Kyle, Katherine, and Mason), and 5 great-grandchildren (Alli, Taylor, Braedon, Trevin and Kieren). He also enjoyed close relationships with his 3 sisters-in-law and 3 brothers-in-law, many nieces and nephews, and countless friends. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Matthew Kersey.
As a young man, he accepted Christ as his savior and was baptized in Round Hole Creek in 1936 along side of his future bride. He was ordained as deacon of First Baptist Church in Rose Bud and a member of First Baptist Church in Conway.
He graduated from South Side High School at Bee Branch in 1942. He attended Arkansas State Teacher's College and later the University of Arkansas where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Education in 1953. In 1966, he received a Master of Science degree in Special Education from the State College of Arkansas.
He served in the U. S. Army from November, 1943 thru December, 1945 and participated in the European theater from July, 1944 to July, 1945.
He was employed by National Youth Administration (NYA), Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC), and Ward Body Works twice. He purchased General Mercantile Store, South Side of Bee Branch. He also worked for South Side Gin Co. and Bauxite Mining Company. He was served as instructor at Children's Colony (1961 to 1964), instructor at Arkansas Rehabilitation Services (1964), Evaluator, Counselor, and Supervisor of Teachers at the Arkansas Rehabilitation Services (1981) and monitored Special Education in 11 counties in Southwest Arkansas. He retired from the work force in 1983.
He was a lifelong member of the Conway Masonic Lodge 107.
Today we try not to be sad, as we celebrate his vibrant, beautiful life. He filled our hearts with happiness, laughter, & love. We will have those memories to treasure until we meet again in heaven.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 20, from 5 to 7 PM and funeral services will be Thursday, February 21, at 1 PM at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association, or American Parkinson Disease Association.
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33 Condolence(s)
Aaron & Karen Black
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Dear Jerita and Family, Karen and I were so sad to hear of Ed's passing. The service was so moving and to hear each of the boys talk of their memories with their dad was truly touching. We have no words of our own that can provide you comfort at this time. However, we know our God is the giver of peace and grace, and we pray He will provide you with both as you face the days ahead. We love you very much and will continue to pray for you and think of you all often. Aaron & Karen Black
Lulu Thompson
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Ricky, you and your brothers did a wonderful job honoring your dad. It is hard to lose a parent. Deepest sympathy to all. Lulu
Shirley Berry
Monday, February 25, 2008
To the family of Ed Kersey : I was sadden to hear the passing of Mr. Ed. He always wore a smile as he spoke to you and always seem so glad to talk with you, even when he wasn't feeling good. Seems like we always were meeting at Wal-Mart , Ed in his riding buggy with Jerita right behind him and All the good talks we had. I know Jerita, Ed Jr., Ricky and Joe, you will miss him but I know you have alot of good memories . I know I will miss his smile and his " Well Hi ! and how are you a doing?" If there is anything I can do, don't hestiate to call me. Thinking of you and remembering you in prayer. Love, Shirley
Christi Pinkerton
Saturday, February 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this time of great loss. Ed was such a dear sweet man, loving husband and wonderful neighbor. I will truly miss him.
Mary (Dickens) Henry
Friday, February 22, 2008
Mrs. Kersey and Family My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mr. Kersey was a wonderful person.
Stephen "Butch" Crouch
Thursday, February 21, 2008
I have very fond memories of working with Ed when we were at the Childrens Colony. I was very saddened to read of his passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss.
Josh & Kelly Gliniecki
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
We would like to express our deepest condolences on your loss. Great Uncle Ed will surely be missed. The video tribute was very well done. With Love Josh & Kelly
Josh & Kelly Gliniecki
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
We would like to express our deepest condolences on your loss. Great Uncle Ed will surely be missed. The video tribute was very well done. With Love Josh & Kelly
victoria urton harris
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Cousin Jerida,I am sorry for your loss of Mr.Ed.My prayers are with you and your family.I am glad I got to be with him on several family occasions through the years.I visited with Aunt Nell and Alice Jane yesterday ,and they told me about his passing.The wonderful part is that he is now in the presence of our Lord!!! You know me better as 'Vicky'---Ruth's girl! I am glad I was named after Eliza Victoria Fleming Warbritton and am part of a wonderful family.I hope to see you at another time down the road. Love,Vicky
Tim and Julie O'Neal
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Rick- Our hearts go out to you and your family. We pray that God show you His wonderful Grace through this. We are so sorry about this loss and want you to know we are thinking of you. Tim and Julie O'Neal
Michael, Nina, Daniel & Mikayla Rau
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Aunt Jerita, All our love to you! We will miss uncle Ed dearly. He was a real sweet man.
Martha Scott Ross
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Rex and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. I lost my own father in January so we can truly sympathize. We send our love and prayers.
Melissa and George
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Jerita and family, Ed was a wonderful man and will be missed in this world. He is now enjoying his new home in heaven. May God continue to bless you all. Melissa
Mike and Sue Potter
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Rick, So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mike and Sue
Dale and Barbara
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Jerita, We both are thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We enjoyed watching the video. Sorry we can't be there but will see you soon. Love and Prayers.
Joel P. jones
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Rick, God be with you and your family in the lost of your father, Your Ravorback Friends and supporters, Joel and Claudine Jones
Philip and Rosemary Doyle
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Eddie, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a very good man Philip Doyle
Bruce Battles
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Joe, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Bruce
Christy & Ted Sarosdy
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Rick and Sharon, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.
Joel & Claudine Jones
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Rick and Sharon Kersey Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Garland & Don Dickmann
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
We'll always remember the wonderful times we had on our trips. He always had a smile on his face and a gleam in his eyes. He was a FINE man and we will never forget him.
Larry Head
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Dear Rick and Family, I was saddened to hear of your father's passing. I know that he lived a long, full life; and I know equally well that he no longer enjoyed good health. But I also know (from experience with my own dad) that there's always a sense of loss, no matter what; and that in giving them up we find we weren't quite so prepared as we'd thought--no matter what. It blesses me to read that he was a long-time Christian, and active in the Church. I hope that will be a blessing and a comfort to you and yours. In sympathy, Larry & Judy Head
Lenny and Joanne McBroome
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
What a beautiful life story! Our sympathy to you.
vicki hutto lovell
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
We are so sorry to hear. Our prayers are with you. Love, The Arvil Hutto kids
Nell Graddy
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Jerita, I will be thinking about you and will call you soon. Love, Nell
Amber Evans
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Mrs. Kersey, I am so sorry to learn of Mr. Kersey's passing. I will forever remember his loving, smiling face every time the two of you visted the bank. May God comfort you and you family.
Frankie Kinard
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
All my condolences to the Kersey family.
Melanie Collier Ellis
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Nan, I just received your phone message about Pop as I was off yesterday and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all and I pray for the comfort that only God can give you all. Thank you so much for calling me, I am honored to know Pop and your family. I love you all!!! Melanie Ellis
Mark and Nan Gliniecki
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Mark and I want to send our love and our heartfelt sympathy in the passing our our Uncle Ed. He will be missed as he was a loving and wonderful man. We have the family in our prayers and in our thoughts as you all go through this hard time. Uncle Ed is with his maker and in a place where he feels no pain. He is in the lap of God watching down on us as we mourn his passing. We love you all.
Jamie Jones
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Rick - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve but also as you celebrate a glorious home-going for your father - Jamie
Freddy & Kay Williams
Monday, February 18, 2008
Jerita & Boys. Kay and I saddened to hear of Ed's passing although we were expecting it. Ed is siging with the heavenly choir. He had a beautiful voice, I had the honor to stand by him Second Baptist choir. I pray to God for comfort for the family during this difficult time. Love Kay and Freddy Willia,s
Bob Barham
Monday, February 18, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. Mr. Kersey was a nice man and will be missed by all who knew him.
Anita Jean Moore West
Monday, February 18, 2008
Jerita, I was so sorry to learn of Edwin's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.