of Batesville, AR
October 15, 1951 - November 9, 2014
Sue Ann Vickers Birkhead, 63, of Batesville, died Sunday, November 9, 2014, at White River Medical Center.
She was born in Batesville, Arkansas on October 15, 1951, to Floyd Vickers and Ona V. Finister Vickers. She worked at White-Rodgers for 37 years before retiring and was a member of First Church in Batesville.
Sue was a selfless person who loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She also loved taking photos of old barns. On April 5, 1980, she married her husband, Jim Birkhead and was married to him for 34 years.
Survivors include her husband, Jim Birkhead; one son, Ben Birkhead and his wife, Brandi of Magness; two grandchildren, Jacob and Reese Birkhead; her mother, Ona V. Vickers of Batesville; a brother, Bill Vickers and his wife, Kay of Centerton, Arkansas; a sister, Betsy McMahan and her husband, Steve of Batesville; and her nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Pallbearers will be Tracy McMahan, Caleb Birkhead, Mike Vickers, Tyler Vickers, Joe Creekmore, and Andrew Creekmore. Honorary pallbearers are Rickey Bob Reynolds, Sam Reynolds, Blake Goodman, Chris Stiles, Mike Camden, Chris Vickers, Josh Birkhead, David Birkhead, Roger Birkhead, Adrian Parmley, Tom Burkhalter, Steve McMahan, Doug Hobbs, John Clements, Jamie Creekmore, Jeremiah Birkhead, Bruce Bartmess, Jeremiah Camden, Lester Moss, Gary Leonard, Jerry Birkhead, and Chris Rea.
A funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at the First Church with Bro. M. D. Parmley and Bro. Doug Hobbs officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Cushman under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at the First Church.
Sue Ann and I were classmates at west side. I recall our being good friends during those years, have wondered about her at times since then, lost total track of her. Am saddened now upon learning of her passiinig, but glad to know now that my childhood friend went on to have a good life full of family and friends. God rest her.
Aunt Sue, your missed soo much by all that knew you. You were such a kind and loving person. I keep catching myself looking for a fb post from you....then reality hits me!!! Uncle Jim, Ben and Brandi, I love y'all and I'm praying that god wraps his arms around you and somehow you will find peace and comfort knowing that Aunt Sue isn't suffering anymore.
In our thoughts and prayers The Olen Burrow Family--Joline Riley Burrow
In my thoughts and prayers
Prayers to you and the family!
Im so sadden to hear about Ms. Sue. She was Tims cousin. Loved very much by many. She will be missed. But I know that Tim will be glad to see her in Heaven. . Praying for all of the family.
Jim, so sorry for your loss. Wish I could've made visitation but my wife was in hospital at the time. You & your family are in our prayers for comfort. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4
My prayers are with you Jim an your Family,So sorry for your loss,jane
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Birkhead family, God Bless you'all
Dear Uncle Jim, Ben & Brandi,
I am so sorry for your loss, Aunt Sue was so beautiful and had such a wonderful personality and sweet spirit. She will be missed dearly. If ya'll need anything please let me know. I love you all!
Sincerely, Amanda, Andrew, Asher and Adley
Bill sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers to the family for the loss of your loved one, she was very sweet lady, whom I worked with at WR.
Jim
So sorry for your loss I know it will be hard. But God does understand that never want to give on our loved ones. Sue was a sweet person. Prayers for each of yall.
A very Special Lady an Friend . Such a Great Christian ! Love U Sue .
Sue and i worked together at W.R. .She will be missed.Know she is in the arms of Jesus. My prayers to the family
Jim I will be praying for you in this difficult time. Look to God for strength.
Jim And Ben my thoughts and Prayers are with you. Take care and look to God for Peace and strength.
Sorry about your lost will miss her a lot are prayers are with you
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
so sorry for your loss, love and prayers for all if you.
I am so sorry for you loss , I met her a couple of time she was sweet . My heart goes out to the family.
We are so sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time!
In Christ,
Bryan, Laura & Marley Anderson
Sue, I didn't know you well but I have known your father and brother for a long time. I hold your family in high esteem and know you will be greatly missed.
What a lesson in courage Sue's life was for all of us. She remained faithful in the face of adversity and illness. God bless and comfort her family.
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Jackie & Ruth Cook
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sue was a wonderful lady. I loved the times we all had together in church. She and her family have always been special to me. Y'all are in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry for the loss of Sue. She fought so hard and stayed in good spirits as much as possible. With a smile on her face, she was always a joy to meet. She and I attended elementary and high school together. This good-hearted woman will be so missed by her family and friends. Phyllis Russell