of Rogers, AR
July 28, 1956 - February 3, 2012
Holly Dabbs Whitcombe of Rogers, Arkansas, went home to be with her heavenly father on February 3, 2012. Holly was born on July 28, 1956, to E. R. (Babe) and Mildred Dabbs of Humphrey, Arkansas. She is survived by her parents, a daughter, Meritt Hutchison and husband Aaron, and her granddaughter Stellen Hutchison, all of Rogers, two sisters, Patti Dabbs Thompson of Conway and Cindy Dabbs Phillips of Humphrey, a number of nieces and nephews. Her special friend Larry Thompson and special children Larry Thompson, IV, and Angie Smith also survive her. She is preceded in death by her brothers Dennis Ray Dabbs and Gary Lynn Dabbs, and her grandparents W. J. and Ethel Dabbs, Pat and Dessa Doyle, and Evelyn Doyle.
Holly was a member of the Church of Christ and a graduate of Humphrey High School. She was an Honor Graduate of Texas A&M University Texarkana where she received a Bachelor's Degree, and an Honor Graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock where she earned her MBA.
Holly dedicated her career to helping people through her work with multiple non-profit organizations. She was a Certified Fundraising Executive, and held licenses in Arkansas Life and Health Insurance and Arkansas Real Estate Sales. Recently she was employed as the CEO of the Northwest Arkansas Homebuilders Association. A former President of Ballet Arkansas, she was a board member of Arkansas Regional Organ Recovery Agency and Chair of the AROA public education committee, member of the UALR College of Business Alumni Association Board of Directors, member of AFP, ASAE, NCPG, and DAR. Holly was also a former board member of Big Brothers and Big Sisters and the Wichita Literacy Council, Wichita, Kansas.
Visitation will be at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home in Little Rock, Arkansas, (501)224-8300, from 5 to 7 PM on Monday, February 6, 2012. Funeral services will be in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 10 AM. The family will be at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Dabbs after 5 PM, Tuesday, February 7, 2012. Memorials may be made to: Hope Cancer Resources, 5835 W. Sunset, Springdale, Arkansas 72762 or www.hopecancerresources.org or MD Anderson Cancer Center, P. O. Box 4486, Houston, Texas 77210-4486 or www.mdanderson.org/gifts.
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47 Condolence(s)
Sharon Oliver
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Holly. I know she was a very special person and played a huge part in the Dabbs family. I've been thinking of you guys.... My prayers are with you.....
Nancy Moix
Friday, February 10, 2012
Patti....after seeing you today I came home and looked Holly up. She was certainly a beautiful lady and know she was greatly loved by her family. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Gigi Dobson Dawson
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
I am so sorry this beautiful daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother left you all so soon. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gigi Dobson Dawson
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
I am so sorry this beautiful daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother left you all so soon. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Sadler
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Meritt and Family,
Words can not begin to express my sympathy. I know that you were by your Holly's side through her fight - and she fought this battle with dignity and grace, just as she lived her life. Take comfort in all of the wonderful memories that you have with your Mother. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and lover her.
Linda West
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Meritt,
My heart goes out to you in the loss of your precious mother. There are no words that seem to help at a time like this and only time can dull the sting.
You were the apple of your mother's eye and filled her life with such joy. She was extremely proud of you and her grandbaby. You guys were her life. You honored her by caring for her throughout the last few years.
She will now be honored in your greiving , healing, and loving life and each other.
I only knew your mother for a breif time, but what a strong, courageous person she was. She was beautiful, not just in outward beauty but in that kind, caring, and fun-loving spirit that she shared with all that she encountered.
May your heart be full of wonderful memories of her life and may you be comforted in the shelter of God's wings,
Linda West, APN (formerly of HOG)
Jessica Bryan
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Meritt, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. We were in grad school together at UALR. We spent ALOT of time laughing, crying, and stressing out on all the projects we worked on together over those years. I don't think you and I ever met, but she talked about you so much that it feels like we did! She will be missed. Jessica
Lynne Black
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you all. I know Holly will be deeply missed by everyone. My thoughts are with your family today.
Belinda Crisp
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Merritt and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Holly. I was so blessed to have known her not only as a boss but to be able to call her friend. In such a short time of knowing her she blessed my life in ways that I never expected. She was a constant support to me through a very difficult time of my life.
Such a wonderful person and not afraid to stand for her beliefs and covictions and certainly beside those she loved.
The world is a lot less brighter with Holly gone. I pray that you all find comfort in one another. It's so hard to accept such a tragic loss. Lean on one another and find joy and comfort in the wonderful memories I know you have of your Mom. May you all find peace and comfort through this most difficult time. You will forever be in my prayers and thoughts. Blessings, Belinda
Linda Dixon Keith
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
I was so shocked to hear this. My prayers go out to her family. I always thought she was so pretty. Our thoughts will be with you all, today, as you go through this very difficult time.
Holly Granderson Omundson
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of this beautiful woman. Holly was always so kind to everyone and I was fortunate to be on the receiving end of that kindness more than once. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
June Cox
Monday, February 6, 2012
Babe, Mildred & Family, Extending my deepest sympathy to you all. My prayers are with you at this diffcult time. God bless Love you June
Tom Bowden
Monday, February 6, 2012
Larry And Family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Tom Bowden
Ratis and Dorothy Yeager
Monday, February 6, 2012
Dearest Mildred, Babe, Cindy and family,
So sorry about Holly. She will be missed but so thankful The Lord will take better care of her. Sorry I can't make visitation tonight but Lord willing Deb, Donna and I will be there tomorrow. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Dorothy (Wilcox) Yeager
John Phillips Family
Monday, February 6, 2012
Mr. & Mrs. Dabbs, Cindy & Bill & children,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Candy Quast
Monday, February 6, 2012
I am so sorry about the loss of your loved one. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
TERRI WEAVER
Monday, February 6, 2012
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE USED TO HAVE A GREAT TIME TOGETHER WHEN WE WORKED AT THE MAJESTICS. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Cheryl Connally
Monday, February 6, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Dabbs family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tommy and Cheryl Connally
Tim & Jeanette Janacek
Monday, February 6, 2012
Meritt and family,
We are so very saddened at the loss of your Mom. We know she is so proud of you for the way you and Aaron took such good care of her in your home. She was such a fighter and we will always admire her for that resolve. We wished we would have known her longer and better but what we did gleen from her sweet personality was that she loved YOU so very much. Your grieving hearts will heal in time but her memory is what will always sustain you. We will always remember her gracious smile. God be with you all during this time of sorrow.
Monte & Anna Marie McKewen
Monday, February 6, 2012
Mr. Babe & Mildred, We were so sorry to heard about Holly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. We Love You all,
Monte & Anna Marie
Stacy Hazell
Monday, February 6, 2012
I came to know Holly in 2006 when she hired me as a staff attorney for AEEC. I enoyed the next couple of years working for her. She was a strong lady who did not back down from her convictions. I learned a lot from her. My thoughts and prayers go out to Merritt and the rest of Holly's family. Stacy Hazell
Kathy Bryant Jones
Monday, February 6, 2012
May you be comforted by God.Our deepest sympathies,Kathy and Steve Jones
Rick Hice
Monday, February 6, 2012
My heart is so sad today for Holly's family. I had the pleasure to work closely with Holly for a few years and she was such a delight to get to know and I will always cherish the time we spent together.
DeLaina McGee
Monday, February 6, 2012
David and I have so many memories of you Holly, this is something that is a present from God. Our families are bonded together by love for each other and even though we hadn't been around each other in awhile our love for one another is still there. I know God was ready for another special Angel and you will be watching over your family from heaven. I pray for peace and comfort to your sweet Merritt. Babe, Mildred, Patti, Cindi and the rest of the family. Say hello to Gary for Dave and Me........Peace
Debra Smith
Monday, February 6, 2012
Patti,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. May God's peace and love comfort you and grant you strength in the coming days.
Debra
Georgia Bowen
Monday, February 6, 2012
Please know that hav e been and are being said for Holly, the familly, and friends! She fpoight a valiant fight. Knopw theLord will see you throughtthe hard times and sillop[rovide you withpeace,We will keep the ptrayures going and know that through the love of Jesus, things silol get better!!Q!
Steffany and Ken Shelton
Monday, February 6, 2012
Dear Meritt and all of Holly's family,
We adored Holly and had such fun when she'd
come by our store not really to shop but to share
funny stories about the "goings on" in Stuttgart.
We would laugh and laugh. She was very special
and we are sad for such a life to be cut short. She
was someone you could always count on.
We will miss her.
Ann Biggers
Monday, February 6, 2012
Patti, I send all my sympathy to you and your family. I'm so sorry to hear about your sister. At least she isn't in pain any longer. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I'm glad you have many family members around so that you can comfort each other. Your G/T family is all around the state and sends their love and sympathy to you too. Ann
Sandra Johnson
Monday, February 6, 2012
Patti,
Just wanting you to know that I am thinking about and praying for you during this time. I know Holly was blessed here on this earth by your love! Praying for peace and comfort for your entire family.
Polly
Monday, February 6, 2012
Patti.
I know that all of your hearts are broken. It will take a
long time,but peace will come. God bless all of you . t
Love,
Polly and Ben
Polly
Monday, February 6, 2012
Patti.
I know that all of your hearts are broken. It will take a
long time,but peace will come. God bless all of you . t
Love,
Polly and Ben
Terri Westbrook Kienlen
Monday, February 6, 2012
I was blessed to have known Holly when we worked together at the National MS Society. We began as coworkers and quickly became friends, I will always remember her caring for those less fortunate and her smile that would light up a room. All my thoughts and prayers go out to "Mert" and the family.
I'll miss you Holly! Your memory will always make me smile as you live in my heart.
Terri
Shane and Stephanie Sullards
Monday, February 6, 2012
So sorry to hear about your loss - We pray for peace for all who have been blessed to know Holly.
Brenda Jones
Monday, February 6, 2012
I feel so blessed to have known Holly and her family, and although it was such a short period of time the memories will be everlasting. May God be with you and your family as you go through this difficult time. With much love, Brenda
Barbara Prichard
Monday, February 6, 2012
Patti, I am sorry to hear of Holly's passing. I know she was blessed to have her family with her during this long ordeal. Know that you family of GT friends is holding you in our hearts and prayers.
Jane Baedke
Monday, February 6, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Dabbs family and Holly's special friends. I worked with Holly many years ago at Farmers and Merchants Bank in Stuttgart. I will never forget Holly's beautiful smile and warm heart. May all the wonderful memories you share help you through these difficult times. God's Blessings to all of you.
Ted and Rita Gipson
Monday, February 6, 2012
We are thinking and praying for all of you during this difficult time. May God surround you with His loving arms and comfort you for the days, weeks, and months ahead. Our love.
Hunter Breshears
Sunday, February 5, 2012
We are so saddend by the loss of Holly. My mother Sandra Breshears and brother Broek Breshears and I wish to let you know our prayers are with you all at this time. May you have the comfort of knowing the God is with her and you as well always.
James and Connie (Cox) Truhett
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Our prayers are with all of you during this time... God comforts his children.... love ya
James and Connie
Dixie Lewis
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Our love and deepest sympathy to your family.
Harold, Charlene, Dixie, and Chuck Lewis and family
Nancy (Young) Meredith
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Holly's family:
I am so sorry to hear about Holly. God has taken home one of his angels. Growing up Holly always had a brillient smile that seemed to light up the room. May God comfort you in you loss.
Cindi Wolff
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Holly, I love you very much and I promise to live my life to the fullest everyday just like you always did.....To Merritt & Family...may you all find peace and comfort, you all are in our thoughts and prayers...
Mike Long
Sunday, February 5, 2012
All of my best to the family during this hard time.Gonna miss you Ms Holly!
Beth Green
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Dear Merritt, Patti and Cindy,
I was so honored to be one of the nurses taking care of Holly during her stays at Mercy. I will always remember her smile and cheerful attitude. Some patients just stand out, and your Holly was certainly one of them. I will keep your family in my prayers and look for her bright star in the sky.
Ronny Hoskyn
Sunday, February 5, 2012
God has taken a great sprit home.
Larry and Jan Chastain
Saturday, February 4, 2012
I love you sister
Brian Stacey and cadence reeves
Saturday, February 4, 2012
All our love