of Little Rock, AR
April 12, 2018
Billie Jean Hartwick Sloan entered her heavenly home on April 12, 2018 at the age of 89.
Billie is survived by a son, Richard Dana Sloan (Sharon), a daughter, Melissa D. Casper (Robert), four grandchildren, Timothy Sloan, Amy McGuinness, Justin Casper, Jillian Casper, and five great grandchildren.
Billie was married to the love of her life, Robert Harold Sloan, for 71 years. Together, their lives centered around Pleasant Valley Church of Christ and its members, as well as, supporting mission work at home and abroad. This included fostering children through the Southern Christian Home, aiding in worldwide missions, and leading many to Christ through Bible study.
Billie was born in England, Arkansas to James Harmon Hartwick and Effie Mozella Taylor Hartwick. She was also predeceased by one sister and six brothers, Lucille Canada, H. O. Hartwick, J. O. Hartwick, Fay Hartwick, Ferrell Hartwick, Seth (Freck) Hartwick, and Ulan (Shorty) Hartwick.
Billie loved being active with her friends and family at Greers Ferry Lake, including water skiing, boating, and fishing. She enjoyed traveling, particularly a special trip to Alaska with her husband.
The family would like to express their gratitude to all of her loving caregivers throughout the years.
The visitation will be at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ on Saturday, April 21st at 11:00 a.m. followed by the service at 12:00 p.m. and a private family burial at Pinecrest.
Those wishing to honor Billie may give memorials to the Southern Christian Home, 100 W. Harding Street, Morrilton, Arkansas 72110.
Growing up I spent many hours in the Sloan home for after church activities and dinners. Mrs. Sloan was a strong Christian woman with a love of our Lord and Savior. She will leave an empty space in our hearts.
I remember many great times at the lake and the purest examples of Christian living in service to others that I can think of.