of Benton, AR
December 3, 1936 - June 11, 2014
Michael Lee Ivy, 77, of Benton passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at Hot Springs. He was born December 3, 1936 in McGehee, AR to the late Thomas L. and Eunice DeArmond Ivy. Mr. Ivy was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and had worked for the State of Arkansas in Administrative Services Management. He was also a U. S. Navy veteran and a member of The Knights of Columbus.
In addition to his parents, one brother, Teddy M. Ivy of Texas and one niece also preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Jane Ivy; sister-in-law, Nita Ivy of San Antonio, TX; 2 nephews; 3 nieces, other relatives, and many friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 16, 2014 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Father Philip Reaves and Father Y. C. Irudayaraj officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander. Pallbearers are Ed Thompson, Jerry Little, Lloyd Cambre, Johnnie Patton, Mark Warner, and Ron Maeder.
A Rosary Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Sunday evening June 15th at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home Chapel (501-315-4047) with a period of visitation following.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 930 W. Cross St., Benton, AR 72015.
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31 Condolence(s)
carolyn golden
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
I have just heard about his passing.....this saddens me....we loved him at the clinic and missed him and his precious wife. I am sending prayers for his wife and will and have missed his smile at the clinic. hugs <3
Ann Sherland McCollum
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Michael Lee and I were long-time friends from McGehee. We went to church together, laughed together, told secrets to one another, and even played bridge when I was home from teaching school in the summer. I am heart-broken that, because we were out-of-town when he died and therefore had no newsoaoer alert, I did not see his obituary in time to come to his funeral. I loved Michael Lee, and he loved me...as friends, of course, and I will miss knowing that he still lives in Benton and that I might just see him once in a while at a Pops Concert in Little Rock, Many condolences to his wife, Jane, and to his other friends. It is so sad for Jane to lost her husband/companion, but it is almost as sad for me to lose a dear, long-time friend.. Ann
glenda begoon
Monday, June 23, 2014
Jane...Garry and i are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We were out of state when we heard. Tara and Hunter called and told us. Mike was such a sweet man and you all are great neighbors to my kids. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Nathan Davenport from the Bank
Monday, June 16, 2014
Mr. Ivy was always one of my favorite people to see come into the bank. He would always have me and anyone else inside laughing our heads off with every word he said. I really enjoyed the time spent in my office just catching up here and there. I can honestly say that I didn't have a business relationship with him, but a friendship with him. I will be praying you Jane and your family that that all of you will be given strength to get through this tough time. He will be missed very much!
ROY HOPKINS
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Jane:I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Our peayers go out to you and your family.
Mike was a super good guy, and will be missed by many. You, Mike, and I had many fun times when you both shopped my meat counter at Kroger here in Little Rock. Those great times I will never forget.
God bless you, and to let you know that Mike is resting in the arms of trhe Lord which he loved so dearly.
Rest in Peace Mike.
Orene Giese
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Jane, Mike was a friend from ADEQ. We often talked of the three of us meeting for lunch; but I'm sorry to say, we never dd. Although I never met you, I feel I know you through his emails. My thoughts are with you and prayers for God's peace to abide in you.
Jack Burge
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Jane: I was so sorry to hear about Mike. He and I roomed together our freshman year at Southwestern and he was partly responsible for my meeting my wife. He was a special person and a good friend and I will miss him.
Jack Burge
Lee Bolls
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Jane,
I just heard about Michael and am so sorry. I had just seen him this past April and it had been a while since we had seen each other.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frances Neal Izard
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Jane: Sorry I never got the opportunity to meet Michael & you. I am a decendent of the Boldebook family and remember visiting Great Aunt Clara in McGehee when I was very young. Also, met Michael's dad, Thomas, by accident while I was working for the AR Health Dept. in the early 1960's. So sorry for your loss. Frances
Larry Heisserer
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Sorry to hear this. I just retired in February and moved back to SEMO. Knew Mike from work, Church and the Knights of Columbus.We worked together on some projects before he retired. Sorry I can't be there but will pray my rosary here.
Mary Ann O'Connell
Saturday, June 14, 2014
I am so very sorry to hear the sad news about Michael Lee. We go back a lot of years. Our families were close. My condolences to Jane.
Sara Wills
Saturday, June 14, 2014
What laughs we had and what fun we all shared together . My early years at the
DDS will never be remembered with out Mike in the lead. Not sure that was at all good for us. HA! Jane- thank you for loving him so much that you could understand our crazy love together and jumping on board. We all love him forever and love you still!! Sara
Melissa Haynes
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Mrs Jane,
I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. He was a very sweet, wise man... Who was always there to lend a ear or with a kind word or even just a smile. He always knew just what to say. I will always remember him coming by walgreens to visit & even after I moved to working at the hospital. May God be with you and wrap his arms around you and your family. Praying for you and your family today and in the days to come
will Osborne walgreens in benton
Saturday, June 14, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to you . I will never for get Mr ivy he was a good man .aways liked talking with him.
Hue Bayne
Saturday, June 14, 2014
I am so sorry to lose such a nice friend. He will be missed by those of us who grew up in McGehee with him.
Bonnye Maxwell
Saturday, June 14, 2014
My deepest sympathy and prayers.
Patsy McDermott Scavo
Saturday, June 14, 2014
So sad to hear this........we were dear friends in high school in McGehee and our parents had been friends also.
Please know that his many friends from our young days will miss him also.
Judy Dunn Magee
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Have not seen Mike since he graduated from McGehee High. Mike was older than I but he was always so nice. I remember his always smiling and laughing coming down the halls of our school. Our dad were with MoPac RR and I visited with his dad when I went with my dad to the RR Yard office. Mike's mom made me a beautiful doll for Christmas when I was about eleven or so. Even being younger, I feel a sadness that Mike has passed and offer up my prayers to you at this difficult time.
Cathye Killian
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Jane, I am so very sorry about Michael. I was always glad to see you and Michael when you popped in for our great "desk side chats". He would always provide the much needed laughter. I wasn't the only one who enjoyed the visits, everyone at Dr. Hardin's loved them too .My prayers are with you. Truly, he will be missed. Love Cathye
Buddy & Betsy Wirges
Friday, June 13, 2014
Jane...Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The news came as quite a shock. Mike was one of the best. We are in California and very sorry we can't be there for you. We'll see you when we get back.
Ed and Linda Brucks
Friday, June 13, 2014
Jane,
Ed and I were so sorry to hear about Michael. Mary just called us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ed and Linda Brucks
Belinda jones
Friday, June 13, 2014
Jane our thoughts and prayers are with you
Michael always had a smile on his face. We will miss him
Binki jones
Jeannie Martin
Friday, June 13, 2014
we will sure miss Mr. Ivy at Ophthalmology Associates....he was such a nice man!!!
Cheryl Huddleston
Friday, June 13, 2014
Jane I was so shocked to hear about Mike. He always had a smile on his face when I saw him and a joy to be around. Prayers going up for you and your family.
Debbie Waddle
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Jane, I am so, so sorry to hear about Mike. Lots of fond and fun memories of our time at the DDS. He was definitely one of a kind and will be greatly missed.
Elizabeth Thomason
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Ms.Jane,
Prayers for comfort during this difficult time. I always appreciated Mike's strait forward candor and his genuine interest in my girls and how we were all doing. We miss and love you both.
-Elizabeth
Lana Ivy
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Jane, I just heard the news about Mike. Mary just called me. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. He was such a loving and joyful man. May God's peace be with you during this difficult time.
Carla Mathews
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Jane and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Regina Sullivan
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Jane, I'm so sorry about Michael. Sharon called to tell me. I've always thought so much of you both and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Regina Sullivan
Lisa Smith
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Jane, I couldn't believe it when I heard about Mike. Helen called to let me know. I am still in shock. I am so blessed in having known him and you for so many years. I especially am grateful to him for all the times he would get many of us together from DDS - not many people can say they still are in touch with people they used to work with that many years ago. Praying for you right now and knowing how much he will be missed.
Jenny Alpe
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Jane, I am so sorry to hear about Mike. I was thinking about him Saturday when I was in the Chapel. You guys never missed a Saturday in changing out the Candles. Going to miss him very much. Much love to you and the family. "May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind always be at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand."