of Conway, AR
September 18, 1932 - April 9, 2017
Martha Ann McConnell, 84, of Conway Arkansas peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 9, 2017. Martha was born to the late Elisha and Reba Sue Barber of Texarkana, Texas. She married the love of her life John Paul McConnell of Atlanta, Texas in 1952. He preceded her in death in July of 1991. Her brother Billy Barber and her sister Lila Wanda Miller preceded her in death as well. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. She was known to many who loved her as Nanaw and this was her favorite title. Martha was an active member of Woodland Heights Baptist Church in Conway for 26 years. She was a volunteer at Conway Regional Medical Center for 20 years where she never met a stranger. She also is a lifetime member of Conway Junior Auxiliary and a member of Conway Civic League. She taught her children and grandchildren the importance of loving the Lord and was a living example in the way she lived her life.
Martha is survived by her sister and best friend Sue Simmons of Bryant, Arkansas, and four loving children; Beckye (Larry) Ezell, Stewart (Teresa) McConnell, Jay (Tami) McConnell of Conway and Doug (Andrea) McConnell of Rogers. Grandchildren include Heather Owens, Heidi Henige, Megan Swann, Brittany Davis, John Bryant McConnell, Lauren Van Ness, Landon Ezell, Jeffrey McConnell, Laine McConnell, Hayden McConnell, Bo McConnell, Clay McConnell and Brett McConnell, and 11 great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday April 12, 2017 at Woodland Heights Baptist Church in Conway with Rev. Larry White officiating. Burial will be at Crestlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service at the Church.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Haven Building Fund at PO Box 10105 Conway, AR, 72034; or Alzheimer's Arkansas Programs & Services at 201 Markham Center Dr. Little Rock, AR 72205.
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19 Condolence(s)
David Coleman
Thursday, April 20, 2017
My condolences to the McConnell Family.
Robin Cartwright
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Many blessings to all of Martha Ann's family. In my nearly two years of taking care of Nanaw I witnessed all of her children in all of their special ways doing the best they could for their dear Mother. She often told me that she appreciated and was proud of them all. I'm honored to have been able to care for her , as an extension of the entire family. I will never forget her smile , eyes and her sense of humor. Rest in Love, Ms Martha 🙂
Lenora Sims
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Jay,
I'm so sorry about the loss of your mother. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Ron and Karen Matthews
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this time.
Cheryl Hartwick
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Jay & Family,
Sammy Joe and I are SO very sorry for your mom's loss. Always knew she was a special lady, and know that you guys are heart broke, but rejoice in all the precious memories you guys have of her sweet life.
Sammy Joe and Cheryl Hartwick
Gary & Pat Tapley
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Jay, Tami, and family. We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a special lady and will be terribly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Gary & Pat Tapley
Kim and Don Silvestri
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Your mom was a jewel. I know you are all heartbroken. We are praying for all the McConnells.
Love you guys.
Kim and Don Silvestri
Kevin and Tonya Moix and family
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Jay, Tami and all the McConnell family-
So sorry about the passing of your Mom. She was a sweet lady that will be missed by many. We are praying for all of you today and in the days to follow.
Kevin, Tonya & Sawyer Moix
Garrett &a Mallory Moix
Susan Hope
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
I so enjoyed knowing Martha from church and seeing her @Conway Regional Hospital when she volunteered. She was such a sweet gentle person. I am so proud to have been her friend and sister in Christ. I will always cherish her sugar cookie recipe she shared with me. To her family, I'm sure she is smiling down on ya'll. She was always so proud of all of you.
Margaret and Joe Kauffman
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Joe and I are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to all of you at this time. Martha was my very special friend since High School and I loved her dearly. We used to have so much fun together. She had such a wonderful sense of humor and kept me laughing at the things she would say. I will miss her. Our heartfelt sympathy and love to all the family. Margaret and Joe Kauffman
Carmen Thomas
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
I absolutely loved Martha. I never saw her without a smile and a friendly hello. She was the same every time I saw her and observed that in her with all that she met.
May God bless you as your grieve the loss of the precious lady she was to each of you.
Bob Barham & Family
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Our very deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother.
Mrs. Martha was a sweet lady. My mom still bakes a cake from one of Martha's recipes. Please know that our family will be thinking of yours during this difficult time, and sending prayers for comfort and healing. May God Bless each of you.
Romans 8:28
Julie Hill
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
To the McConnell Family,
Your mother had a wonderful, purposeful life. She has left you with great memories and much love. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bobby and Julie Hill
Jerry case & Betty case
Monday, April 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of Ms Martha s passing don't think there was a time that one of or family member s was in the hosptial that she didn't check on us she was a gracious women and will be missed by many our prayers go out to the entire family may God be with you
Virginia Clements
Monday, April 10, 2017
Your mom was a very special lady and I appreciate the time I had to get to know her. Always a blessing to all of us with her smile and sweet disposition. You could feel her love for all those she talked with everyday. My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. May the Lord's arms be around all of your family in the weeks and days to come.
Lulu Thompson
Monday, April 10, 2017
Becky, I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet mother! I loved seeing the two of you together. Deepest sympathy to you and yours, Lulu
Rick Green
Monday, April 10, 2017
My heart is saddened by your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Malinda Reedy
Monday, April 10, 2017
So very sorry to hear about Ms Martha. Loved calling this beautiful lady my friend for so many years.
To the entire McConnell family, she loved you so much!
Susan & Stanley Woodard
Monday, April 10, 2017
Dear Family,
Thinking of you and praying for all of your precious family. We loved your beautiful mom and loved being around her and your dad, one of Conway's most special couples. We feel blessed to have known both of them. Your mom's loving and generous spirit was a marvelous influence, not just in Conway but everywhere she traveled. She was a treasure and will be missed.
May God's blessing be on your family in the days ahead.