of Lexa, AR
March 21, 1927 - October 20, 2019
Elizabeth Hughes, 92, of Lexa, Arkansas passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019 at her residence. She was born March 21, 1927 in Helena, Arkansas to the late Mary Pickett and John Pickett.
She was a member of United Methodist Church in Helena, Arkansas.
She is survived by her son, Anthony Hughes of West Helena, Arkansas; daughter, Betty Hughes Robertson of West Helena, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Rhonda Robertson Reed (Tommy) of West Helena, Arkansas, Jenny Robertson Turner (Britt) of West Helena, Arkansas, and Hayden Hughes (Maria) of Baldwin, Mississippi; 5 great grandchildren, T.J. Reed, Katie Reed, Chelsea Nelson (Griffin), Ames Hughes, and Townes Hughes; two great- great grandchildren, Tilly and Teagan Reed; sister, Christine Pickett Scott (Eddie) of Estill, Tennessee; three brothers, Jimmy Pickett (Dorothy) of Macon, Georgia, Wesley Pickett (Rita) of Plano, Texas, and Beal Pickett (Pat) of Little Rock, Arkansas.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John Pickett and Mary Pickett; seven brothers, William Pickett, John Pickett, Austin Pickett, Henry Pickett, Homer Pickett, Andrew Pickett, and Henry Pickett; five sisters, Nancy Pickett, Peartie Pickett Scharf, Emma Pickett, Josie Pickett Forthman, and Bessie Forthman.
A graveside service for Elizabeth Hughes will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, October 24, 2019 at Maple Hill Cemetery in Helena, Arkansas. A visitation will be held from 5-7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena, Arkansas. Brother Lance Madden will officiate.
Memorials may be made to Fourth Street Baptist Church in West Helena, Arkansas in lieu of flowers.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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9 Condolence(s)
Philly Rains
Thursday, October 24, 2019
Anthony, Betty and families,
Ninety Two years is a long time to have such a sweet Momma. You were both so blessed, and I am blessed that I knew her...even though it was a long time ago. I've never forgotten how welcome she made me feel in her home. She was so gracious, and kind.
Love you all,
Philly
Andra Kay P. & Larry Grinstead
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Aunt Liz made everyone feel as if they were the most important person on earth. There are not enough words to Express the impact she made in our lives or how many lives she has impacted in her 92 years. We will cherish every memory.
Wesley and Rita Pickett
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Anthony, Betty, and your dear families:
Dear Sister, How blessed and fortunate we have all been to have had you, Elizabeth, as a sister and a best friend. You were always a bedrock to me through all the many seasons of my life. Your constancy, loyalty, and selfless spirit will always be cherished and held close to my heart. You welcomed Rita into the family in 1974 and became a loving sister to her. You treated her so special and went out of your way to make her feel like one of us. Even before Daddy and Mother passed, you were my bedrock. My go to for advice and courage and unconditional love. I have many fond childhood memories of my siblings that I hold dear. The one I have of you, Liz, is you putting me upon your shoulders to watch the man walk across the FROZEN Mississippi River in Helena. We will pray for Anthony and Betty and all of their families. You have seen Cindy and have met Wesley III. WE love you and will see you in GLORY. Wesley, Rita, Jerry, Joel, Richard III, and Julia.
Jamie Hensley
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
My thoughts are with you and rest of family Betty
Christine Scott
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Liz, you are my Darling Sister,
You've always been a Mother to me.. I'll never forget how you took over after Mama died and became the Glue that held us together. You have put your life on hold to take care of family members..
I Thank You so much for your Love you have shown us.and kept that Love alive in us as Mama and Daddy did..
I'm happy now you are able to hug Shane, Clarence.,Mama, Daddy all our brothers and sisters I know y'all are have a Family Reunion.. What a Blessing that must be..
Ps..Give Our Lord a Hug from all of us..LOVE YOU FOREVER
YOUR SISTER CHRIS
Barbara Ballard Stambaugh
Monday, October 21, 2019
Dearest Betty and family....I am so saddened to hear of the passing of your Beautiful, Sweet Mama. She was always a Beautiful lady inside and outside......she and I took a Dale Carnegie class together and had so much fun. My heart is breaking for you now but know that your Sweet Mama is in a better pace...no more pain and suffering. My prayer is that the Lord will wrap His loving, caring arms around you and yours at this difficult time and you will feel the love and strength and comfort a only the Lord can provide. Sending Love and Prayers Barbara
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Monday, October 21, 2019
Betty, I am so sorry about your sweet Mother!!! God blessed you with having her a long time. My prayers will be with you, and family during this time Love, Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Tanya Pickett Horn
Monday, October 21, 2019
My beautiful aunt with a beautiful soul, you will be missed and always loved.
Suzanne Brown White
Monday, October 21, 2019
Tommy and Rhonda so very sorry to read this. God bless your family and sending prayers.