of Benton, AR
July 9, 1929 - October 7, 2009
Clarice Sue Baxley Ryburn Drennan, 80, of Benton, died October 7, 2009 at Saline Memorial Hospital Hospice House in Bryant. She was born on July 9, 1929 to the late Clarence and Minnie Miller Baxley. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Benton for over sixty years. She loved spending time with her family, was a great cook, seamstress, and enjoyed going on trips. She was an avid viewer of Wheel of Fortune and loved going out to eat with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, James Henry Ryburn and one sister, Louise Hicks.
Survivors include her husband, Clarence Drennan; two sons, Michael (Renee) Ryburn of Little Rock, Ret. USAF Col. James Thomas (Rebecca) Ryburn of Virginia; one step-son, Johnny (Martha) Drennan; one daughter, Janet Baxter of Benton; six grandchildren, Matthew Ryburn of Virginia, Jason and Zach Ryburn of Little Rock, J.R. Baxter of Benton, and David Miller of Florida; two granddaughters, Courtney Miller of Texas and Meredith (Bobby) Kielty of California, and one sister, Jean (Royce) White of Benton, and three great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 11, 2009 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (315-4047) with Rev. Victor Green officiating. Interment will follow at New Rosemont Memorial Park in Benton.
Visitation will be from 4:00 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2009 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Saline Memorial Hospital Hospice House, 23157 Interstate 30, Bryant, AR 72022.
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16 Condolence(s)
Keith and Corinne Thomas
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Your Mother always had a smile on her face for anyone she met. It was such a great joy to have received many of those smiles when we saw her around Benton.
May God bless and be with each of you.
Yvonne Gentzler
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Dear Mike, Renee, Jason and Zach, My thoughts are with you at with the passing of your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. Know that as you are saying goodbye to a woman who shaped each of your lives, that those who passed before are waiting to welcome her to her new home and saying, "Here she comes!"
With deepest sympathy, love and prayers for your strength, Yvonne
Mary Ann McCullar
Monday, October 12, 2009
So sorry to hear the news about Sue. I got to know her through working for Dr. McCormack. We had that experience in common. She was a special person and will be missed.
Saline Memorial Hospice
Monday, October 12, 2009
The staff of Saline Memorial Hospice extends our condolences with the loss of Mrs. Drennan. Thank you for gracing us with her presence. May your memories and love give your family peace for this day and strength for your tomorrows.
Judy Wright Sheridan Young
Monday, October 12, 2009
Dear Janet, Mike & Tommy, I am so sorry about your loss. Your mother was such a sweet lady. She trained me when I took her place at Dr. McCormack's office and was just a joy to know. She always had a smile on her face. May God continue to comfort you during the difficult days ahead.
Judy Young
Don Opitz
Monday, October 12, 2009
Dear Janet, Mike, Renee, and Tommy. Growing up in Benton, AR was a blessing to all of us. It was pure joy knowing your Mom.
Truly a sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you and your families. May God bless you, comfort you, and give you His peace.
Jill (Johnson) Henley
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Janet & Family,
I am saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I wish you peace in the coming days.
Jill
Renita McDaniel
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Janet, Wanted to let you know that my prayers go out to you and your family at this time. I know the days ahead will be so difficult, but remember many prayers go out to you.
Marlo Bush Krueger
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Janet, Mike, Renee, and all the family,
You have my deepest sympathy. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Marlo
Alissa Turner
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Thinking of you all, may the Lord be with you and guide you.
Alissa Phillips Turner
Patty Shepard-Fryar
Friday, October 9, 2009
I will always remember Sue's wonderful smile, never a time did I not see her smiling! She was such a gracious lady! Tom, Mike and Janet you were so blessed to have her. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Patty
Ken Buckner
Friday, October 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Will Dawson
Friday, October 9, 2009
Growing up in Troutt Addition, I remember Ms. Sue being a very sweet and gracious lady.
Tommy, Mike and Janet, I'm saddened for your loss. You will be in my prayers.
God Bless
Don Ryburn & Family
Friday, October 9, 2009
She was a wonderful sister-in-law and a great lady. We will miss her very much. She was always nice and kind to everyone.
Patti Vance Hays
Thursday, October 8, 2009
I am so saddened by Sue's death. My mother was the first lady I knew - Sue was the second. She has always had a very special place in my heart and will remember her always.
You are all in my thoughts in prayers.
Almeda McCormack
Thursday, October 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have good thoughts of Sue from many years back. Let me know if I can do anything for you. Almeda