of Waco, TX

May 8, 1922 - January 22, 2019

Alene Yarbrough Yielding, 96, of Waco, TX, formally of North Little Rock, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2019. She was born on May 8, 1922 to the late Ira and Grace (Westfall) Yarbrough in Paragould. She is also preceded in death by her first husband, James Cleveland Terhune; second husband, Lynville L. Yielding; and sister, Iris Blackwell.

Alene was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Her greatest joy was the company of her family and friends. She worked for the General Service Administration for thirty years. After her retirement she enjoyed working as a volunteer for Memorial and Springhill hospitals earning her a lifetime membership in that organization. She was also a member of the Gideons and Salvation Army Auxiliaries. At age 96, Alene was the oldest member at Baring Cross Baptist Church. Throughout her life she played the piano at church for Sunday School classes of all ages and for XYZ and the Ukulele Band.

Alene is survived by her daughter, Linda Terhune Perry (Robert) of Waco, TX; two grandchildren, M.J. Perry (Hayley) and Meredith Perry; three great-grandchildren, Maya, Jakin, and Josiah Perry.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 AM on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Baring Cross Baptist Church, 7541 Warden Road, Sherwood, AR 72120. Burial to follow at Edgewood Memorial Park. Visitation will be one-hour prior service at the church.

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