of Batesville, AR
August 5, 1942 - November 20, 2019
Ionice Lee Pierce, 77, of Batesville went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.
She was born on August 5, 1942 in Batesville, Arkansas to Henry Lee and Neva (Ivy) Lee.
Ionice was of the Baptist Faith and a member of West Baptist Church. She was co-owner of Ind Co Cable TV, Inc in Batesville and a member of both the Kiwanis Club and White River Auxiliary. Ionice was a wonderful Christian wife, mother and grandmother that loved her family. She loved life, shopping, traveling, dancing with her husband and most of all spending time with her great-granddaughter, Caroline Lilly.
Survivors include her loving husband of 60 years, JD Pierce; daughter, Tami (Gerald) Ramey of Batesville; two grandchildren, Brooke (Marty) Stevenson and Grant Bentz; three step-grandchildren, Warren Ramey, Jarrett Ramey and Carley Ramey; two great-grandchildren, Caroline Stevenson and Cayden Hollett; sister, Mae Wilson of Batesville; and brother Thurman (Donna) Lee of Batesville.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert E. Lee and Arlis Lee; and three sisters, Deda Lee, Bernice Davis and Louise Roberts.
Pallbearers are Sonny Wilson, Daniel Lee, Joshua Lee, Shawn Drake, Ricky Wilson and Randy Page. Honorary pallbearers will be Marty Stevenson, Tim Thomas, Chad Smith, Al Crouch, Bob Pomeroy and Keith Harmon.
Funeral services will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Dennis Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the funeral home.
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45 Condolence(s)
Johnna Scholten
Monday, November 25, 2019
Tami & JD - so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the wonderful smile Ionice had for everyone and how welcoming she always was to me beginning in 1st grade in her home and even much later in Tami's home. She was truly a wonderful southern lady and a great role model to her family and friends. I will always remember JD and Ionice dancing and got to see that once again at Brooke's wedding reception. I loved how she adored Elvis and I think she made me aware of Elvis initially! I am blessed to have known her.
Mary Hires
Monday, November 25, 2019
Robert and I are so sorry for your loss. We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Dana Weaver
Saturday, November 23, 2019
JD, Tami and family;
So sorry to hear about Ionice! She will be truly missed! Thoughts and prayers are with you!!!!
Melissa Tucker Wilkey
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Nick & Katrina Fudge
Saturday, November 23, 2019
What a sweet, sweet lady. She will be missed by many. Your family is in our prayers.
Rod and Linda Hall
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Sending our Deepest Symphony
Lawrence aand bonnie Nelson
Saturday, November 23, 2019
JD and family, you and Ionice have been part of our family for so long that it seems like you are truly one of us. We are saddened by her passing and know what a huge hole will be your heart during this holiday season and years to come . We send our deepest sympathy and love.
Lawrence and Bonnie (Kinion) Nelson
Bob and Sandy Copeland
Saturday, November 23, 2019
RIP sweet cousin. You will be missed.💖💖
Rhonda and Carey Bryan
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Her beauty and spirit will be missed.
All our Love,
Rhonda and Carey
Willie Strong
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Thacker
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Dear Tami, I know there are no words to make your pain go away. I want you to know we have the grands & it's Donnie's Christmas party for them tomorrow. My heart is just broke! I wish I could make it better. Prayer is the only thing I found comforting when daddy left us. I hate this part of life. I love you so much & miss you even more. Know my heart will be there tomorrow. I am praying for you, your little daddy & all you family that God will just put his arms of peace & comfort around all of you. Debbie
Mike Bristow
Friday, November 22, 2019
So very sorry to hear this news. I always loved to visit when we came to Batesville on my summers. She was always so funny and I really looked forward to seeing you all. She was a great lady, I remember her well. Take care and know that I am thinking of you all.
Pat &Jim Cash
Friday, November 22, 2019
JD and Family. Ionice was a true friend and we loved her. Her beautiful personality will always be remembered. Praying for all the family!
Jan Hughes
Friday, November 22, 2019
Tami, JD, and family, So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my prayers.
John and Nance hastings
Friday, November 22, 2019
Our hearts are broken on learning of Ionice's passing. Our tears and prayers are with JD and Tami, and family. All our love goes out to you.
Marilyn Diemer Earnheart
Friday, November 22, 2019
J.D., Tami & family,
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Ionice. She was a precious lady with a beautiful smile and personality. I will always remember her sweet laughter. She will be missed by so many.
Praying for strength, comfort and courage today and in the days to come for each of you.
In His love,
Marilyn
Gloria Keller
Friday, November 22, 2019
So sorry. She was always so full life.
Fran Flener
Friday, November 22, 2019
JD, Tami and Family, so sorry to hear of Ionice’s passing. She was a great lady and quite a character ( my favorite kind). Take care and know you are loved.
Theresa Harmon Branscum
Friday, November 22, 2019
To JD , Tami and family, My heart breaks for you all, I am lost for words. I will always cherish the many childhood memories I have growing up, the many days I spent at your house, all the laughter we shared I was always welcome. Prayers for you all for peace and comfort today and the days ahead, Love you my dear cousin, Heaven gained a precious angel â¤ï¸
Kathy
Friday, November 22, 2019
What a lovely lady Ionice was! I enjoyed having her(and Brooke) in my clogging class-she was full of spirit and fun! Her heart was always warm and full of kindness. My deepest condolences for you all during this sad time. Kathy
Laura Morris
Friday, November 22, 2019
JD, Tami and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful lady. She always had a smile on her face every time we saw her. We are blessed for having her as a friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you peace and comfort during this sad time.
In Christ,
Mark & Laura Morris and Marley
Harlon Martin
Pat Watkins
Friday, November 22, 2019
To J.D. and the family:
I was so saddened to learn of Ionice's passing. I enjoyed knowing her these past twenty years. She was a special lady with a great big heart who saw the good in everyone, and was kind to everyone she met. My heart goes out to each of you in this time of loss and grief. May God comfort you as only He can. My prayers goes with you all.
In Christian love,
Pat Watkins and family
Lisa Brinker
Thursday, November 21, 2019
My prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
Fly high my beautiful friend. I have known this precious, kind and full of sunshine lady since 1979.
Not one time did I bump in to her, whether it be Wal-Mart, Kroger’s or a local boutique did she ever fail to greet me with a smile and her loving personality.
Ionice Pierce, you will be missed 💔
Marilyn and Jeff Wolford
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers r with the family.
Sammy & Teresa Butler
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Deepest Sympathy.
Tami Best
Thursday, November 21, 2019
I know this is a sad time for all of you. Even though I only knew Ionice for a short while, I have to say that she was a wonderful lady!! I so enjoy Emily’s stories of “Gran†and growing up with Brooke and the family. May God bless all of you and hold each of you in his loving hands. May The Lord give strength to all of you.
Love
Tami Best
Deborah Wyatt
Thursday, November 21, 2019
What an extraordinary lady! So sorry for the families loss.
Prayers for strength and comfort . With Love Deborah
Deborah Cockrill
Thursday, November 21, 2019
So sorry, prayers for your family. Alan and Deborah Cockrill
Missy (Fox) McBride
Thursday, November 21, 2019
I am thankful that we met and became friends so many years ago when my kids were small. And then we became family. You were always so very kind and a light in every room you entered. You will be missed.
Pam Wright
Thursday, November 21, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I loved Ionice and always enjoyed visiting with her. There was never a dull moment. She was a good Christian lady who I will never forget. It was an honor to know her.
Linda woodard
Thursday, November 21, 2019
So sorry for your loss prayers of comfort during this difficult time
Tommy Turner
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Fonda Johnson
Thursday, November 21, 2019
So sorry for your loss! Praying for you all!
Betty mead
Thursday, November 21, 2019
So sorry for families loss , prayers going up
Vickie Harmon
Thursday, November 21, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of this sweet lady. She was a sweet heart and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends that loved her.
Bill and Anne Luster
Thursday, November 21, 2019
So sorry for the loss of this special lady.
Betty Burge Cockrill
Thursday, November 21, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about Ionice. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you a peace that only He can give.
Andrea and John Burnett
Thursday, November 21, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Campbell
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Praying for the family.
Judy Barnett
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Ionice Pierce, you were a good person that never looked down on anyone. You were always nice to me. I will never forget you!
Your friend forever,
Judy Barnett
I am praying for the family.
Chris Dunegan
Thursday, November 21, 2019
JD, Tammy, Brooke and Grant, I am so sorry for your loss, Ionice was such a wonderful person and enjoyed knowing her and I know it's hard but i promise it wall all be ok. Love you guys!
Amanda Anthony
Thursday, November 21, 2019
My Papa Donnie Hays "Dobie" just loved her so much and she was so sweet to us when he passed. She was so great to Beverly over the years. May she R.I.P. such an angel. Prayers for all the family.
Ed and Diane McClure
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Our hearts are sad to hear this news. Ionice was a very sweet and generous Christian lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad and difficult time. May you feel God's presence, peace, strength and courage as only He can give.
Randy Roberts
Thursday, November 21, 2019
So glad I took time to visit with Aunt Ionice last week while in town for Khristy’s funeral!! Fond memories of my childhood and visiting her and uncle J.D.
Sarah & mark Shreve
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Sorry for your loss J.Dand Tami. Will be in our thoughts