of Little Rock, AR
February 6, 1928 - October 10, 2019
Erva June Williford, 91 1/2 of Ferndale, Arkansas fell asleep on October 10, 2019. She was a devout Jehovah's Witness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Hazel McGrew; her husband of 56 years, Jamie Williford and her sister, Edna Davis James.
She leaves to cherish her memory, one son, Jim & Melody Williford; daughters, Vicki Bruce, Nancy & Don McDonald, and Pamela & Rodney Shepherd; 16 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and a host of loving nieces, nephews and friends.
Being a kid from the depression era, she knew how to transform things. Mom used dollar fabric to make you look like a million. Simple hamburger, mushroom soup and rice made into a gourmet meal. Mom loved to shop, but she was happiest to find something to give away. She had the greenest thumb of any person known. Mom made the best cornbread and canned the best jelly. She took a recipe and tweaked it and it turned into everyone's favorite dessert, 'June's Delight'. She was a caregiver for her mother and the best legacy of all, she left us with the tools to survive in life. Mom had an infectious smile and a hug for all. If you knew her, you were a friend. "Come sit, I can make coffee or tea and let's visit." She would say.
Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at Roller Chenal funeral home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR (501) 224-8300. Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Monday, October 14, 2019, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the World Wide Work of Jehovah's Witnesses, online www.jw.org
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11 Condolence(s)
James R Mantalas Tsgt USAF (ret)
Monday, October 14, 2019
Best regards to the family and friends. May everyone remember her in joy and happiness !
Robert Hanle
Monday, October 14, 2019
I knew Erva June for over 45 years, she ALWAYS had a smile for me. Such a lovely, devout woman. I look forward to seeing her in the resurrection
Michelle Connors
Monday, October 14, 2019
Praying for the family and strength.
Robert & Sherry Lundberg
Monday, October 14, 2019
Don Nancy & Family. We are saddened to hear of your moms passing our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Virginia Beck
Sunday, October 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss of your mother,grandmother and great-grdmotther. She was a dear friend also. With Jehovahs help we will either be with her in the resurrection or be there to welcome her back. She will be looking for each of her children and their children. All my love and sympathies Virginia Beck.
lisa chapman
Sunday, October 13, 2019
My condolences to the family. Loved Mrs June!
Becky Rushing Clayton
Saturday, October 12, 2019
She the sweetest neighbor anyone could have PRAYERS for the Family
Brenda Bearden
Saturday, October 12, 2019
I loved this woman. She always had a great smile and kind words. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Carol McDaniel
Saturday, October 12, 2019
She was one hell of a woman. Just like her three daughters, especially you Nancy. Sending you a big, tight hug and so much love.
Carol
Greg White
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Jenny (Garner) Dorer
Saturday, October 12, 2019
I loved me some Erva June. My family always called her Aunt Erva June. We were like family. I will miss her. I'm sending prayers for peace to the huge family she had. My mom, Bonnie Garner, always said she was her Best Friend.
Jenny