of Batesville, AR
January 29, 1931 - February 13, 2019
Ida Mae (McDoniel) Dugger, 88, of Batesville passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019 in Searcy.
She was born on January 29, 1931 in Sulphur Rock to Alton and Lillie (Weaver) McDoniel.
Ida Mae was faithful church member of Desha Baptist Church where she helped with Vacation Bible School and was a member of the choir. She was very giving, had a strong will, and was feisty with a good sense of humor and the gift of gab. She loved her family they were her life. She was a great cook and had some of the best coconut and chocolate pies. Ida Mae enjoyed working in the yard, and in the flower bed, and she also loved to go bowling.
She is survived by her daughters, Kathy Wilkerson and Donna Motes both of Batesville; three brothers, Jim McDoniel (Bobbie), Robert McDoniel (Sarah), and Wallace McDoniel (Lois); two sisters, Barbara Britton (Bill) and Juanita Bainbridge all of Newark; four grandchildren, Jennifer Wright (Dalton), Shawn Wilkerson (Dee), Bryan Morris, and Kyle Motes (Megan); nine great-grandchildren; Darla Hayes (Pat) and several other nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Elmer Dugger; son, James Edward Dugger; three brothers, Paul McDoniel, Tim McDoniel, and James McDoniel; and one sister, Hava Brooks.
Pallbearers will be Shawn Wilkerson, Bryan Morris, Dalton Wright, Randy Hooper, Dylan Wilkerson, and Cody Dickey. Honorary pallbearers will be Kyle Motes, Tristan Motes, Kealan Motes, Kaya Motes, Connor Morris, Kyla Morris, and Faith Wilkerson.
Funeral Services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at the Roller-Crouch Chapel in Batesville with Josh Swinea officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 15, 2019 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 320 N. Greenwood Ave., Fort Smith, AR 72901.
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10 Condolence(s)
Dana l Manuel
Friday, February 15, 2019
Praying for you during this separation. Isn't it a blessing to know that through the blood of Jesus this is NOT a "loss"! We will see her again!
Nancy Conyers
Friday, February 15, 2019
Love in Christ to Kathy and all the family in the sorrow of this trial.
Peace and Comfort that Miss Ida is dancing on the golden streets and singing with the angels. - a reward that she surely has been looking forward to. A wonderful sweet lady with a beautiful smile
Kat Faries
Friday, February 15, 2019
Ms Ida was a wonderful neighbor and such a blessing in our neighborhood. She loved her family and her church family. Everyone should be so lucky to have a Ms Ida for a friend. Thank you Ms Ida for all the wonderful things you've done for me. God bless and comfort your loved ones.
Christina Colvin RN
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Prayers for all of you. Thank you for letting me know her and you (Kathy and Donna).
You are wonderful people.
Mrs.Amy Franks & Mr. Joshua Cartwright
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are for your family at your time of sorrow.
Roxanna Corey
Thursday, February 14, 2019
My condolences to you and your family!ðŸ™
Revella Shempert
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ms. Ida was a special lady. Praying for all of you as you go through this difficult time.
Revella Shempert
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ms. Ida was a special lady. Praying for all of you as you go through this difficult time.
Carolyn Wammack
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go to the family(ies). May God be with each of you the days ahead.
Rhonda Trowbridge