of Conway, AR
November 13, 1946 - October 27, 2018
Marilyn Kay Stanton Pierce of Conway, Arkansas, passed from this life on October 27, 2018, surrounded by family after a brave battle with cancer. .
Daughter of Nevada and Cletis Stanton of Conway, Kay was born November 13, 1946. Her childhood was an uncomplicated countryside life in Faulkner County. The old-fashioned values learned there in her early years marked her good character throughout her life. She was known for her ability to ''make a piano talk,'' and played at her small country church. She graduated from Greenbrier High School and after earning a Master's of Education at the University of Central Arkansas, she returned to teach English at Greenbrier for 37 years. She found great joy in teaching and cherished her time spent with students whose lives she shared and shaped in the classroom. Her love of teaching was recognized as she was honored as Teacher of the Year.
After retirement, she devoted her love and time to family and friends. She treasured most those days spent with her grandchildren, who affectionately called her ''Kay Kay.'' She inspired all with her ready smile, selfless kindness, and generosity.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her niece Laura Stanton. She is survived by her beloved husband of 34 years, Robert Pierce; daughter, Lindsey Pierce Hubbard (Steven); brother, Gary Stanton; niece Shelly Stanton Moon (Pat); great-niece Maegan Mathis; great nephew, Wes Mathis, and the true joy of her life, her grandchildren; Briley Kay Whitehead, Denver Pierce Whitehead, and Jaxson John Hubbard.
She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Conway and the Retired Teachers of Faulkner County.
Funeral services will be Monday October 29, 2018 at 1:00PM in the Chapel of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway. Visitation one hour prior. Interment will be at Bethlehem Cemetery at Shady Grove Cemetery.
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23 Condolence(s)
Kelli Jae Baeli
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Ms. Sterling--as I knew her in school-- was my most beloved teacher, and the first adult to encourage me to be a writer. (I'm a full-time Indie author of 59 books). She said, "You have talent, Kelli. Please keep writing." She was always so supportive of everything I turned in. I will be dedicating my current work in progress to her. Rest in Peace, Ms. Sterling. You made a huge difference in my life.
Joe David White
Monday, October 29, 2018
Our deepest thoughts and sincere prayers for my friend, mentor, confidant, and fellow teacher at Greenbrier High.
We will all miss you Kay,... Heaven has a new Star
Chris Salts
Monday, October 29, 2018
Mrs. Pierce was a blessing in the world of teachers. My favorite teacher at GHS, and someone that cared and believed in her students. She will be missed so much, and I am praying for her family in their time of loss.
Tracie Garrett
Monday, October 29, 2018
Mrs. Pierce was such a blessing. She will be missed by so many. She was always there for her students no matter what. My condolences for your loss.
Dorothy Henderson Matthews
Monday, October 29, 2018
Robert, Lindsey, Gary and the rest of the family,
I’m so sore for your loss. She was a very special lady, as a friends and a teacher. I’ll keep all of you in my prayers. Remember the great memories you had with her.
Cyndi Bailey
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Such a beautiful person inside and out. I think she was everyone's favorite teacher. May God send peace and healing to the family.
Janis Garrett Robbins
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Class of 1975, she was my English and Literature teacher; she was so loving and kind. Never a raised voice, always willing to do whatever it took to get us all to learn. She was my Favorite teacher! So sorry for her being sick and not able to spend more time here on earth; but she loved all of you so much. Heaven has truly received another Angel, she will be right beside you all times, and she has a renewed Body, no more pain, you will be reunited with her again. Other engagements don’t allow for me to be there; but I would if I could. God bless all of you; you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in New Health Mrs. AngelðŸ™â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Betty Hargrove
Sunday, October 28, 2018
So sorry to hear of the passing of Kay. We grew up to gather in Bono. No finer person have I ever known and she will be missed in this world. my prayers to all her family.
Vallerie Cotton Roberson
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Wow, Robert. My heart goes out to you at this time. Your wife was a pretty lady; obviously, an outstanding teacher and loved by many.
One thing is certain, being aware of the inevitable due to an illness of someone we love, there's not a preparedness for the reality of that person's absence.
I will be among others praying for your peace and comfort. May God bless you and help you feel His presence in the coming days.
Michelle Matthews Barnum
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Kay was such a special lady. She touched so many lives as a teacher. She made every student feel special. I know many mourn her loss. Praying for her family.
Carolyn Speights
Sunday, October 28, 2018
So sad to hear this. We were so lucky tovhave got to know her and the good she did, especially with that husband of hers. Lol! Love & Prayers
Damon and Rhonda Edwards
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Miss Kay was my favorite teacher after moving to Greenbrier in 1975, I always admired and respected her as a teacher, she inspired me as a student, I will always remember how she influenced my life.
Katherin and Terry Smith
Sunday, October 28, 2018
We are so sorry to hear of Mrs. Pierce's passing. She instilled our love of literature, and one of my favorite classes was her Mythogoly class. She was tough, but fair and taught with passion. She will be greatly missed.
Jerry Williams
Sunday, October 28, 2018
One on the sweetest Ladies I've ever known! We will all miss that ever-present smile & soft, kind voice.
Mandy Matthews
Sunday, October 28, 2018
I’m so sorry to hear about Mrs. Pierce’s passing. She was one of my favorite teachers in high school. She was such a sweet lady. She will be missed. Condolences to her family.
Elizabeth Hegeman
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Kay knew me as Betty Barton. I grew up with her at Bono. She was always sweetness and kindness itself. I send sympathy to her family. God be with all of you.
Danny and Jean Duck
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Robert and Lindsey, we consider having known Kay as our friend an honor and privilege. She had an amazing smile and a servant’s heart. She will be greatly missed but at the same time, we celebrate her homecoming with Jesus. At last no more pain for this precious woman. We will continue lifting you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jamie Atkinson Bryant
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Kay was one of the sweetest spirits I have known. Not only was I blessed to be one of the many lucky Greenbrier students to come through her classroom, I also called her cousin. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this time.
Cheryl Mccollum Sager
Saturday, October 27, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Kay was one of the best teachers ever!! She was kind, sweet and so caring and giving. I loved her and she gave so much of herself to all of her students. Prayers for her family.
Kim and Myra Crutchfield
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Robert and family-We are so very sorry for the loss of your loved one. Although we have never met her, she sounds like a wonderful person. You are in our prayers.
Julie Winston Allen
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Robert
I’m so very sorry to learn of Kay!
My prayers are with you and your family.
Julie
Melinda Reynolds
Saturday, October 27, 2018
To the Pierce family. Kay was such a good person and a great teacher. She always had a smile for everyone and she will be missed. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Carolyn Jones
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Kay was our neighbor many years ago on Susan Lane in Conway. She was always such a sweet person and friend. She was the first "babysitter" for our daughter Jennifer when Jenn was just a couple of months old. This was before Kay had her precious Lindsey, and she was so nervous, she asked her sweet mother, Mrs. Stanton, to come help her. As I left my tiny girl for the first time, I knew she was in excellent and loving hands. We both moved away from Susan Lane shortly after that but have enjoyed visiting and catching up when we'd meet around town. My thoughts and prayers will be for all her family left to miss her as I rejoice for her healing in Heaven.