of Paris, AR
June 23, 1942 - February 25, 2018
Marilyn Cummins, 75, a resident of Paris passed away Sunday, February 25, 2018, in Fort Smith.
She was born June 23, 1942, in Benton to the late Doss and Susie (Woodall) Hester. Marilyn spent her working years as a quality inspector at Stark Manufacturing in Paris. She was a member of the Shepherd's Chapel in Gravette. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Wiley Cummins.
Survivors include her children, Brian D. Cummins and wife, Sharon of Greenbrier, Rick L. Cummins of Texarkana, Texas, Dawona L. Farnam and husband, Robert of Ozark and Chris D. Cummins of Tahlequah, Oklahoma; three grandchildren, Megan Barham, Cassie Farnam and Haley Campbell; three step grandchildren; five great grandchildren; three sisters, Shirley McAtee of Benton, Karon McAlister and husband, Billy Mac of Benton and Brenda Horton and husband, Bill of Story and a brother, Doyle Hester of Bauxite.
Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 1, 2018, at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris with the Rev. Paul Buchanan officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Brian, Rick and Chris Cummins, Billy Barham, Logan Barbee and Robert Farnam. Kenny Farnam, Bill Horton and Justin Drager will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Memorials may be made to a cancer foundation of the donor's choice.
Will miss her dearly
While right now words fail to capture the pain of losing Marilyn, I look forward to the time when words will fail to capture the joy of having our Heavenly Father return Marilyn to you.-John 5:28, 29; Hosea 13:14. Until that time, may God grant you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Chris, we are so very sorry to hear about your mom. Prayers for you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss Rick! She was a wonderful woman who was a big part of my life at one time! She will be missed. Rick hope God wraps you in his arms and help you find comfort through this difficult time.
Hermina Bridges
I’m so sorry for your loss! I worked with Marilyn and she was always so nice and one of my favorites. My condolences to your family and I know she will be truly missed.
Brian, Dawona, Rick and Chris - I want you to know how special your mom was to our family and I'm very sorry for your loss. I'll never forget her fantastic sense of humor, her sharp wit, ability to tell a great joke, and what a real pleasure she was to be around. When her and Bill got to bantering back and forth, we'd all laugh so hard til our stomach's hurt. Your mom (and dad) make up many fun memories of my teenage years when we all lived in the Salem community. We always had a "blast" talking to "Yard Dog" and "Lady Yard Dog" over the CB radio. It was a real treat to see her at Haley's wedding, where once again, I got to hear her and Bill do some more crazy bantering...They picked up right where they left off! Please know that the Jones family is thinking of you and all your family members at this time, and sending our prayers your way. Sincerely -- Laura
Chris and family. So sad to see you lost your mom. I know you have a lot of special memories with your mom. Hope your doing good. Prayers!
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Marilyn family it is times like this we realize how fleeting our lives are we are here for a short time and then gone. Marilyn made a wonderful life while here she loved you her family someday you will see her again. God be with you.