of Rogers, AR
January 18, 1924 - September 24, 2017
Della Leah Herrington McBee, 93 years old, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 24, 2017 while in the care of Circle of Life Hospice House in Bentonville, Arkansas.
She was born in Bruno, Arkansas on January 18, 1924 to the late Patrick Henry and Nevil (Pyle) Herrington. She lived in many places in Arkansas during her life, including Huntsville, Perryville, Yellville, Flippin, Warren, and Monticello. In recent years she resided in Rogers, Arkansas with her daughter Annette and Steve Langton and later at Mt. Carmel Community.
Della graduated with a High School GED and also attended classes at UAM at Monticello in later years.
Della married her high school sweetheart Sterling McBee on December 9, 1942 in Springfield, Missouri. Together they had seven children, four daughters and three sons. Della was devoted to the love and care of not only her children but many others to whom she opened her home. During her busy life of raising children she worked in quality control for Jack Winter (a garment factory) in Warren, Marbax in Huntsville, Arkansas, and the Wal Mart sewing department in Monticello and Fort Smith.
Mrs. McBee is survived by two sons: Sterling McBee, Jr. of Warren, Arkansas; John McBee and his wife, Melissa, of Vilonia, Arkansas; four daughters: Charlotte Wilson and her husband, Faron, of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; Annette Langton and her husband, Steve, of Rogers, Arkansas; Pam Mowery and her husband, Mike, of Mountain View, Arkansas; Jacque Murphy and her husband, Les, of Calmer, Arkansas; two sisters: Billie Nanney of Fayetteville, Arkansas; and Patsy Rose and her husband, Bill, of Harrison, Arkansas; fifteen grandchildren: Robert McLoud; Lori McLoud; Kristin Weeks and her husband, Mark; Courtney DiCicco and her husband, Bobby; Michael Burns; Adam Burns; Carrie Ann Savage and her husband, Jeff; Leah Mann and her husband, Nick; Tommy Mc Bee and his wife, Thai; John Brian McBee and his wife, Brittany; Savannah McBee; Darcie Reed and her husband, Nick; Dylan Mowery and his wife, Rachel; Drew Todd and his wife, Lindsey; and Halen Murphy; 26 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
Della was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Sterling McBee in 1993; her son Thomas Bradford McBee in 2014; three brothers: James Herrington, Edward Herrington, and Jack Herrington; grandsons: David B. Burns, Jason D. Burns; a daughter-in-law Beth McBee; and brother-in-law Jarrel Nanney.
Visitation will be 10:00 am until noon Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.
Graveside service will be 1:00 pm Wednesday September 27, 2017 at Flippin Cemetery in Flippin, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be Tommy McBee, John Brian McBee, Drew Todd, Michael Burns, Adam Burns, and Dylan Mowery.
Honorary pallbearers will be Robert McLoud, and Halen Murphy.
A Celebration of Life for friends and family of Della to gather in her honor will be 3:00 pm Sunday, October 15, 2017 at First United Methodist Church in Warren, Arkansas
Memorials may be made to Circle of Life Hospice, 1201 NE Legacy Parkway, Bentonville, AR 72712; or to Bread of Life Ministry c/o Commission to Every Nation. PO Box 291307, Kerrville, TX 78029.
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11 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
Belinda Matthews
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Aunt Della was a great lady and roll model. I'm deeply sorry for your lost.
Becky King Hupp
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Mrs. Della. She was such a precious person and radiant example of a christian lady. She was a blessing to every life that crossed her path. We are praying for comfort to her sweet family.
Sherry Carson
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Was so sad to hear about Ms Della. She was such a precious, Godly woman and adored her family. Her life radiated Gods love every day! She was an inspiration and blessing to us. My prayers and sincere sympathy to all of you! May God comfort and strengthen you! Sherry, Scott & Shane
Glenda Hershberger
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Mike, Pam and family,
Praying for you all during this time. Cherish the memories of happy times together. Rest in God's loving arms.
Jackie Sue Herrington, Ron, James, Jake Herrington and Patty Majors
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
I am so very sorry, my heart and prayers are with you all. Aunt Della was the sweetest, happiest and most loving woman I have ever known. I truly feel blessed to have had such a wonderful Aunt in my life, I will miss her with all my heart. If anyone of you need anything at anytime, day or night I am here for you all. 602-875-2976.. Sending many hugs and much love to you all.
David and Gayle Norman
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ricky Green
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Sending love and prayers to and for you all. I cherish the times spent with such a lovely lady! To God be the Glory!
Steve & Joyce Herrington
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Deepest Heart felt sympathy,to the McBee family of the loss of your sweet mamma. I will always remember the fun times we had with you all,especially on your farm. Driving around on the old tractor,and fishing in the pond. All the family reunions were so fun.I'm so glad that my mom and dad,were glad to share time there with your mom. Wish we could be there,but due to an illness with my wife,we will not be able to make,and we are so sorry. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time of sorrow. God bless,,,,Love Steve and Joyce Herrington.
Michael & Kathy Bradford
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Many, many prayers, a great ladyðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Garry & Judy Williams, Chris & Daniel
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Johnny & Melissa, So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending our love to you and your family.
Daniel, Chris, Garry & Judy Williams