Shelby Jean Wilcox

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Shelby Jean Wilcox

of Greenbrier, AR

September 27, 1936 - March 28, 2020

Shelby Jean Burchfield Wilcox, 83, of the Pleasant Valley community, went home to her Savior on Saturday, March 28, 2020.
She was born Sept. 27, 1936, the only child of the late Mack and Ozzie (Browning) Burchfield. She lived all of her life on the family farm.

Shelby was married to Joe Wilcox for 53 years until his death. In addition to her husband, daughter Carol Parker and grandson William Joe McCool preceded her in death.

Survivors include three sons, Mark (Lisa) Wilcox, Bruce (Kathleen) Wilcox, and Glen (Michele) Wilcox; a daughter Lauralee Wilcox; 11 grandchildren, Rachel Parker (Jason) Dickerson, Katherine Parker (Michael) Land; Dustin (Brandi) Wilcox; Josiah and KeriAnna Wilcox; Grant (Hannah), Adam, Julia, and Marie Wilcox; and Savannah and Lauren McCool; eight great-grandchildren, and sister-in-law, Sandy Wilcox.

Her faith was the most important part of Shelby's life. She made sure that her children memorized scripture. Her days began and ended with Bible study and prayer. Shelby was saved at an early age. She was a faithful member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church for more than seven decades where she taught children's Sunday School and ladies classes. She was an active participant in Bible Study Fellowship for 50 years where she served as a children and a women's class leader. Having graduated from Greenbrier High School, Shelby received bachelor's and master's degrees in education from what is now UCA. She also participated in the Extension Homemakers Club for 50 years. She served her community as a volunteer for Life Choices and Conway Regional Health System hospital.

A private memorial service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pleasant Valley Baptist Church Building Fund, 3 E Pleasant Valley Rd., Greenbrier, AR 72058, or invest in the next generation by donating to Camp Solgohachia, 4 Ozark Mountain Road, Solgohachia, AR 72156. Cards may be mailed to PO Box 253, Wooster, AR 72181.

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30 Condolence(s)
Pam Lee
Conway, AR
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Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Shelby was a very special lady that I have loved and admired for many years.
We attended BSF together and she had my children in her classes there as well.
We recently reconnected at The Joy of Living Bible Study and had classes together there. Shelby always had a smile on her face and joy in her heart no matter how she may have felt.
I know she is singing with the angels right now.
May God bless her family as I am so sure you are missing her each and every day.
Pam Lee, Conway, Arkansas

Shawn Johnston and Julia Elbert
Greenbrier, AR
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Sunday, April 5, 2020

Shelby Jean was a wonderful friend to me. We went to church together for many years. I cherish our memories together. She will be greatly missed-Julia

Wilcox Family: we are so sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of your family at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Shelby Jean was a godly woman and loved by so many. -Craig & Shawn Johnston

Wilma Robinson
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, April 3, 2020

I will miss this childhood friend. We grew up within a mile of each other, and really never got much further away than the Valley. She had stories to tell, and that she did. I always said she needed to write a book, which she agreed, and I hope when you kids are going through her mountian of paper work, you'll find this book.
It will be interesting!!!!
Love and God bless you all,

Bill and Wilma Robinson

Cathy Lahmann
Greenbrier, AR
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Thursday, April 2, 2020

I was blessed to do BSF bible study with her and she was truly a woman after God’s heart.

Robert and Lisa Wilcox
Greenbrier, AR
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Thursday, April 2, 2020

Shelby was a blessing to everyone she came in contact with. Gods love shown through her everywhere she went. She will be missed by so many that loved her. Our prayers go out to all of the family for their comfort.

Robin Duderstadt
Caldwell, TX
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Thursday, April 2, 2020

I will miss Mrs.Shelby but I know she is with the Lord. I feel privileged to have known her and to call her my friend. My prayers are with the family during this time.

Barbara Johnson
Sherwood, AR
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Michele & Glen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord.

Stewart and Haley Wilcox
Springhill, AR
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Our sincere condolences for the loss of Ms Shelby Jean. Prayers for comfort and peace to all of you.

Betty and Henry Hargis
, AR
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020

We are so sorry to hear of Shelbys passing She was a lovely lady. Our prayers for all of you.

Bill and Virginia Clements
Conway,, AR
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Such a dear friend, Godly woman and witness for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our pleasure to have known her and her family.

Mainda Reedy
Vilonia, AR
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Glen, Michele & family, I'm thinking of you during this time.

I got to know Ms Wilcox when she was a Volunteer at Conway Regional. Such a sweet lady.

ASH Fraternal Order of Police
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

We extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the soul of your mother be at peace with our Heavenly Father.

Gene and Linda Manning
Conway, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Linda and I have ridden many miles with Shelby on the Prime Life excursions of Antioch Baptist Church in Conway. She was a faithful participant. We even joked about, "That Resurrection Morning when all the dead in Christ shall rise", for our cemetery lots are in the row behind hers and Joe's. We send our sincere condolences to her family with prayers for peace.

ASH Police Department
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Kathy Clark Braun
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Mrs Shelby was a wonderful Christian lady and I'm so honored that I had the privilege to know her and study God's word with her, my thoughts and prayers are with each of you I know you love her and will miss her as I will.

Nancy Kierre
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Prayers to the Wilcox family during this difficult time . I always loved picking purple Hull peas with Shelby Jean.

Jerry, Janis and Travis Robbins Families
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

To all of her children and loved ones, we are so sorry for her passing, but we come in agreement with all of you that she is no longer in pain, she is free from all sickness. She will be missed, know she was a great lady and was well loved by her community and church. You are all in our prayers and love.

Sharon Burnett
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Shelby was a precious & fun lady! A great influence to many people because of the Christian life she faithfully lived. All of her family are in my prayers! We all loved Shelby!

Donna Newton
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Praying for the family and rejoicing for Shelby's home going! She knew how to pray and our years together praying were not only an encouragement but instructional. "Be of good cheer."

Karen burgin
greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Ms. Shelby Jean was a sweet Christian lady. I always enjoyed visiting with her. She will be greatly missed in the community!❤️

Michelle Ragland O'Neill
Conway, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Sending condolences during this time of mourning and prayers for peace and comfort.

Vicky and Wayne Evans
Greenbrier, AR
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Prayers for Mrs. Shelby’s family. We loved her.

Brad & Donna Beck
Greenbreir, AR
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Monday, March 30, 2020

Laura Williams
Ashville, AL
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Monday, March 30, 2020

We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Tim Starkey
Conway, AR
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Monday, March 30, 2020

Mark, I am sorry for your loss

Gary & Elizabeth Walicki
Greenbrier, AR
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Monday, March 30, 2020

We love Shelby Jean! She was a great christian lady! She was always so sweet and chipper! We love her family too! God comfort her family! God Bless Ya'll!
Gary and Elizabeth Walicki

Jackie Moix
Conway, AR
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Monday, March 30, 2020

RIP my sweet friend. You will be missed.

Nancy Moix
Conway, AR
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Monday, March 30, 2020

It was my privilege to know Shelby Jean from BSF and travel to New England. She was a spirit filled lady who will be greatly missed. I saw her at Kroger a few months ago and she was still smiling and being her sweet self. Rest In Peace my friend.✝️

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Monday, March 30, 2020

Nancy Rhodes
Conway, AR
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Monday, March 30, 2020

I will greatly miss Shelby. She was with me many years in both Joy of living and BSF. She was a fine example of a Christian woman. She went through life knowing the best was ye