of Leslie, AR
August 13, 1921 - September 24, 2017
Violet James Kimbrell, age 96 of Leslie, Arkansas gained her heavenly wings on Sunday, September 24th, 2017 at Highland Court in Marshall, Arkansas where she was a greatly loved resident. She was born in Pine Grove, Arkansas on August 13th, 1921 to Roy James and Ethel Kennedy James.
Violet was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, caretaker and friend. She also played the role of mother or grandmother to many others who adopted her as their own. Violet was a hard worker all of her life. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, mowing, working with her beautiful flowers and canning the fruits of her harvest. Violet was famous for her homemade pies. She made many and shared with everyone. Violet was an active member of the Leslie United Methodist Church. She loved her church family and enjoyed quilting with the women of the church. Violet was a former officer and member of the Eastern Star. She loved playing dominoes and Skip-Bo with family and friends. Her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren were her prize possessions. She loved stories about her babies, always asking about their game or event. Violet was loved by everyone she came in contact with because she never met a stranger.
Violet is preceded in death by her husband, Lester Leon Kimbrell; her parents, Roy and Ethel James; her sisters, Thelma Bobson and Norma Funk; and two great-great grandchildren.
Survivors include one sister, Evelyn Snyder of CA; one brother, Lee James and wife Sharon of OH; son, Jimmy Lee Kimbrell and wife Patricia of Harrison; daughters, Thelma Derickson and husband Bill of Leslie, Sharron Kimbrell and husband Jim of Clinton and Shirley Fendley and husband Jack of North Little Rock; grandchildren, Melissa, Michael, Jimmy Lee, Shawn, Michelle, Alesha, James, Neal and Kerri; great-grandchildren, Gary, Ryder, Michael J., Christy, Sylvia, Jesse, Jordan, Courtney, Cassidy, Isaac, Tiffany, Trey, Taylor, Laura, Willie, Jessie, Bailey and Micah; nine great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Violet will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 27th, 2017 at Leslie United Methodist Church with Bro. Mike Proctor officiating. Visitation will be 6:00 till 8:00 PM Tuesday, September 26th, 2017 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery in Van Buren County, Arkansas. Pallbearers will be Jim Kimbrell, Jesse Kimbrell, Jordan Kimbrell, Neal Fendley, Trey Kimbrell and James Kimbrell. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Kimbrell, M.J. Kimbrell, Isaac Ragland and the men of Leslie United Methodist Church. At the family's request in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Leslie United Methodist Church or The Gideons International.
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18 Condolence(s)
DW
Friday, September 29, 2017
So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at 2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" ( 3) Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, (4 ) who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God
Pauletta Jackson
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
My prayers are with you all. I have wonderful memories of this sweet lady that will always be in my heart, and I love you, Thelma.
Barb Ihne
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
My prayers and good memories are with you. I am there in thoughts! Consider a hug coming your way Thelma.
Cindy Boyd
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
I've so enjoyed knowing and loving Violet for 18 years. She was a wonderful lady and so of love for everyone. We will greatly miss her. Heaven gained a true saint.
Shirley Passmore Wells
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Praying for your family during this sad time in the life of your family. Jimmy Lee was in my high school class. Thelma, I used to see you at meetings in Little Rock. Sharron and Shirley, all of you must be so thankful for having your Mother for so many years. May God bless all of you during the next days and months.
Sherri Treat
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
My prayers are with all of you during this time. Violet was such a lovely lady with the sweetest smile. She will be greatly missed.
Yvonne and Joe Whalen
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Our sincere sympathy in your loss. "The souls of the just are in the hand of God." (Wisdom, Chapter #3)
Jay River
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
May you find comfort in this verse during this your time of sorrow knowing others care and pray you have strength in the days ahead. At Isaiah 25:8 and it reads, "He will swallow up death forever, And the Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces. The reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, For Jehovah himself has spoken it." This gave our family comfort and hope.
JR
Randall J Freeman
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
My mother loved her Aunt Violet, and I remember numerous times as a youngster, the two of them sitting and having conversations about family and life. My mother has gone on before but I am sure she will meet Violet at the gate and welcome her in. Many prayers and positive thoughts for the family.
From the family of Mildred Kimbrell Freeman
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Violet was a fine lady and a lifelong friend. So very sorry for your loss
Donna Lyn Stichka
Monday, September 25, 2017
This lovely lady made me feel like a special person and that was one of her special gifts. Her loving southern manner put everyone at ease and she made you a part of her family, it didn't matter who you were or where you had come from. She was a true blessing to me and I shall miss her humble smile and loving ways. Rest in Peace lovely lady.
James Potenzone
Monday, September 25, 2017
You will be missed. I saw the joy you brought everyone. Your smile and laugh was infectious and sweet. Rest In Peace Grandma Violet.
Alesha Bain
Monday, September 25, 2017
Heaven has gained another angel. I love you grandma.
Jerry and Charlotte Massey
Monday, September 25, 2017
She passed down to her children and entire family her sweet and caring attributes. Charlotte also passes along her love.
Kathey Oden
Monday, September 25, 2017
Daddy-Jim and Family
sending major love, support and healing prayers for the whole family. Words can not describe the emptiness of losing a loved one but hopefully knowing she is resting and waiting with other loved ones will help ease your sorrow.
Love and Prayers to All
Kathey, Vennisa, Biff - we love you!
Tracy Jenkins
Monday, September 25, 2017
Ms Violet was a sweet lady, always had a smile on her face, even for me ( I did her lab work and drew her blood often). I'm sorry for the family loss. No doubt she is in heaven. 💙
Jim & Charlsie Mc Bride
Monday, September 25, 2017
Gary and Rose Craig
Sunday, September 24, 2017
R.I.P. Miss Violet. You have gone to a better place. God Bless all your family and give them peace through this passing to your heavenly Home. You have lived the Good Life!