of Batesville, AR
August 2, 1933 - December 31, 2018
Mary Edna Webster Slayden, 85, of Batesville died Monday, December 31, 2018.
Born August 2, 1933 in Geary, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Art Webster and Gertrude Roundtree Webster Bowerman.
She was the best cook and was an amazing hostess at any hour of the day. She knew how to make the most beautiful quilts ever seen and could sew anything, embroider, crochet, knit and had the most exquisite taste in fabric. She was a faithful church member and was 42 when she gave her heart to the Lord. She always took pride in her family. She loved her grandbabies and great-grandbabies.
Survivors include her son, Linzy Slayden Jr. (Carla) of Owasso, Oklahoma; two daughters, Sue Slayden Brumbaugh (Steve) of Davenport, Iowa and Marla Slayden Bennett (Timothy) of Batesville; one sister, Lou Webster Mahan; thirteen grandchildren, Deah Brumbaugh, Ondrea Brumbaugh, Brad Brumbaugh, Hilary Brumbaugh, Marie Brumbaugh, Geoff Slayden, Noelle Slayden, Jonathan Slayden, Kristy Slayden, Rebecca Harrington, Lance Harrington, Chris Slayden, and Martha Slayden; eighteen great-grandchildren, Jaren Brumbaugh, Jaedyn Cramer Brumbaugh, Kendallyn Brumbaugh, Jenica Brumbaugh, Joelle Brumbaugh, Jessa Brumbaugh, Isak Slayden, Alee Slayden, Kayli Slayden, Hudson Slayden, Jackson Slayden, Parker Harrington, Brycen Harrington, Laney Harrington, Kade Harrington, Cana Slayden, Claire Slayden, and Calvin Slayden; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Linzy Norris Slayden Sr.; one son, Kendell Grant Slayden; five brothers, Virgil Webster, Cecil Webster, Eddie Webster, Art Webster, and Preston Webster; four sisters, Joann Webster, Dora Webster Van Valkenburg, Nora Webster Jackson, and Etta Love.
Pallbearers will be Brad Brumbaugh, Geoff Slayden, Jonathan Slayden, Lance Harrington, Chris Slayden, and Jaren Brumbaugh.
Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 4, 2019 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Rev. Adam Longo officiating. Burial will follow at Cheshier Cemetery in Elgin.
Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at the funeral home.
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5 Condolence(s)
Kitty Smith
Thursday, January 3, 2019
Dear Marla, Tim and Family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Your mother was a sweet and gentle woman and will be missed. She was always so pleasant and such a joy to be around. I know she rests in the arms of our Lord and has perfect peace. I love you two and pray for you and your family to be encompassed by the peace of Christ. Kitty
Linda Fisher
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
I really liked Mary Slayden! She was so sweet. I wish I had known her longer. I wish she would have had time to teach me some good things. Can't wait to see her again in heaven. Love you, Mary!
God bless all the family you've left behind in their grief.
Larry & Carolyn Crafton
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
Marla & family,
We are sorry for the loss of your mother. We remember her (and your dad) from our days at Landmark Church many years ago, as sweet, kind people. They were great examples of true Christianity.
May the Lord give all of you peace in your loss.
Rick and Kathy George
Tuesday, January 1, 2019
Pastor Slayden and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your family during this time. Love you all.
Norene Jackson
Tuesday, January 1, 2019
Our minds are rejoicing in knowing that heaven received a blessed angel. Our hearts are grieving the loss of a beautiful and precious part of our lives. Aunt Mary I mourn the loss of you being with us and hang on to the knowledge that I’ll see you again in a better place! I am praying for all my cousins and their families for safety, good health, and comfort as they travel to celebrate her life. Sending my love.