of Marked Tree, AR
February 8, 2020
Olive Rebecca Vaughn, 85, died peacefully in her sleep Saturday, February 8, 2020 following a struggle with lung cancer. She was born June 2, 1934 to Bennie and Lucille Jackson in Mississippi County, AR and was the second of four children including Juanna, Kenneth, and Tom. The Jackson family's beginnings during the Great Depression were exceedingly humble, and her mother told them while they might not have much, they do have a good name, and that's worth more than gold. She married her high-school sweetheart, Eugene, in 1951, and they celebrated more than 63 years of marriage until Eugene's passing in 2014. Through those years, nobody could've worked harder for their family than the two of them -Eugene with his Ford and Chevrolet dealerships and Olive with her beauty shop, where she loved helping women feel beautiful.
Olive and Eugene have three children, five grandchildren and one great grandchild. Mark (wife Robyne) is an engineering professor at Texas Tech University in Lubbock and is the father of three daughters - Anna Coventry-Arrendondo, Sarah Porter and Clara McKenney; Philip is a writer in Santa Barbara, CA and is the father of a daughter, Taylor Vaughn; and Holly Lancaster (husband Lannie) of Marion is the mother of a son, Jackson Lancaster. Olive and Eugene have one great-grandson, Anna's son, Grayson Coventry.
Olive lived to honor God and serve others, and she touched more lives than she could imagine. She loved her family, friends and church, First Baptist in Marked Tree, where she taught Sunday school, volunteered for numerous positions and was eager to participate in any and all Bible studies. A few years ago, she mentioned to Eugene that she had enrolled in another study, and Eugene asked, ''Don't you know that book by now?''
While Olive was small in stature, she was mighty in spirit and ready with a scripture for any occasion. One of her many favorites was Isaiah 41:10: ''Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.''
If you were fortunate enough to know her, you know how she was a woman who generously served up all the fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Olive faithfully heeded to teachings of the Bible and to her mother's creed that a good name is worth more than gold.
In the end, Olive enjoyed a long, full life in her 85 years on this earth. The last text to one of her children simply said, ''Blessed.'' Being blessed is how she always described her life -- amid the ups and the downs - and being blessed is how those who had the privilege of knowing her feel too.
Visitation is Saturday, February 15, 2020 from 12:30 - 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church in Marked Tree, Arkansas with funeral service at 2:00 PM officiated by Pastors Dale Noe, Dan Reeves and Craig Jenkins. Internment will follow the service at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, Arkansas.
The family is grateful for the prayers and support of so many friends and loved ones, First Baptist Church in Marked Tree, Community Bible Study, the care given by Ada Theodoropolous, Marion Minor Medical, Caring Hearts Home Care, and the Reynolds Hospice House. Services by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis. Memorials may be directed to First Baptist Church in Marked Tree.
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20 Condolence(s)
Judi Webb
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
She was a special lady and will be missed by many!
Misti Harper
Saturday, February 15, 2020
So much I could say about Ms Olive.One day she asked me to her Sunday School class and I haven't been the same since. Her love, her wisdom, her humility she was an angel in disguise. Though I'll miss her greatly I take rest in knowing I'll see her again.
Deanna Branch
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Mrs Olive was loved and respected by so many people in our community. She was an upstanding Christian woman that set a wonderful example of the type of person we should all strive to be. Her sweet spirit and disposition could brighten the darkest of days. She will be truly missed in our community and our church but I know she is having the most wonderful homecoming.
Mike Brewer
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Rhonda Ross Hood
Thursday, February 13, 2020
To you Mrs. Olive, in Heaven. You were the most beautiful earthly soul that I came to know. I’m so thankful for our paths and I will always be grateful for your wisdom, joy, compassion, talent, kindness, your cookies, and the sharing of your beautiful home and yard where you allowed photography for all. Your spirit was so gracious and I will always have a debt to you. May we meet again in the glory of God. I love you. May your loved ones find peace and comfort in knowing you have earned your jewels.
Amy Victory
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
My Sunday school teacher, beloved friend & mentor. She will always be in my heart.
Connie Herod
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Mrs. Olive touched a lot of lives and I am proud to say that I am one. Always loved when I got to speak with her . Beautiful person inside and out 😘
Susan Bryan
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
I’m so very sorry. Y’all are in my prayers. Ms Olive was a very special lady and will be remembered by all.
Joe Bingham
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Cynthia M Johnson
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
The Family you are in my thoughts and prayers for the loss of your Mother. I am asking god to comfort you during this time. Prayers are going up daily
Cynthia M Johnson
Patty Clem Kious
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
To all of Ms Olive’s family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. The physical earth has lost a most wonderful and kind lady. Heaven has gained an angel with all the grace and beautiful they could possibly want. I know that Mayme and Pat will enjoy visiting with her once again in heaven. Love and hugs to you all.
Rebecca Phaneuf
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Mrs. Olive was a dear friend of mine.. she will be missed dearly. She always had the right advice for everything and loved the Lord so much! I hope someday I can be half the woman she was. I looked up to her and she was the sweetest woman with a heart full of joy! I know she is in a much better place now and will be welcomed by the Lord!
LindaFuller
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
SHE WAS SUCH A SWEET LADY SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED
Jerrie Woods
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
A true example of a godly woman. Her love and kindness touched a multitude of people. She will be greatly missed by so many and we will be sad, but I'm sure she's rejoicing to be reunited with Eugene
Jane Dollar
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Truly the sweetest kindest lady I’ve ever met. She will be missed by all who ever knew her. Prayers for her family.
Jennifer - Buddy Dirlam
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
She was always a joy to see at our office when she came in (Dr. Landry Dentistry) we all loved her and loved our visits with her! She was always smiling never a negative person and yes if you knew Ms. Olive than you were very blessed to have known an amazing women!!
Dianne Young Daniels
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
I want you all to know that you are in my prayers. I am so blessed to have had her in my life for years!! She was the best!!
Jerita Tilley
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of Ms. Olive. She was always a kind, sweet, happy, loving Christian lady. She was truly the BEST of the Best! Hugs and prayers. She will be missed.......
Rebecca Simmons
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Ms Olive was such a sweet special lady. She was a bright light always and we will miss her more than words can say. Please accept mine and Jerome’s condolences and we will keep the family in our prayers.
Kellie Ashlock
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
What a special lady! I loved Mrs. Olive, her warm smile and her love for God was always shining! She was definitely one of a kind! She will be greatly missed. Praying for all of you! â¤ï¸
Much love,
Ford & Kellie Ashlock