Obeta Jones

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Visitation Schedule
Roller Coffman Funeral Home
923 Hwy 65 N
Marshall, AR  72650
Sunday, March 23, 2014
3pm until 5pm
Service Schedule
East Lawn Freewill Baptist Church
105 E. Hwy 74
Marshall, AR  72650
Monday, March 24, 2014
2:30 PM
Cemetery
East Lawn Cemetery
Hwy 27 North
Marshall, AR  72650
Obeta Jones

of Harrison, AR

January 26, 1925 - March 21, 2014

Obeta Jones, age 89 of Harrison, Arkansas, formerly of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Friday, March 21, 2014 at Hospice of the Hills Hospice House in Harrison, Arkansas. She was born in Tomahawk, Arkansas on January 26, 1925 to Virgil A. Yarbrough and Ella (Watts) Yarbrough.

Obeta was a member of the East Lawn Freewill Baptist Church in Marshall, Arkansas. She was a clothing storeowner for over 30 years. Later she worked for Ozark Opportunities. Obeta was a hard worker, wonderful homemaker and an avid canner. She was a faithful ministers wife and served along side him during his years as a minister.

Her husband Brother Paul Jones; an infant son, Danny Paul Jones; and one brother, Dale Yarbrough, precede Obeta in death.

Survivors include two sons, Rickey Jones of Marshall and Brother Steve Jones and wife Betty of Pangburn; daughter, Shirley Battershell and husband Scotty of Harrison; four grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and one sister, Juanita Eppling of Bella Vista.

Services for Obeta will be 2:30 PM Monday, March 24, 2014 at East Lawn Freewill Baptist Church in Marshall, Arkansas with Brother Alan Yarbrough and Brother Mickel Jones officiating. Music will be by Jim Morrison. Visitation will be 3:00 till 5:00 PM Sunday, March 23, 2014 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be Don Yarbrough, Heath Yarbrough, Brent Barrow, Kyle Yarbrough, Jason Yarbrough and Gerald Taylor. Honorary pallbearer will be Lester Smith.



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13 Condolence(s)
Nancy Jones
Marshall, AR
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Monday, March 24, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Obeta was a Christian lady who loved her family. She will be missed by many. God be with you all during this time of sorrow. Blessings, Nancy

Nancy Kyle Redman
Harris, AR
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Monday, March 24, 2014

Shirley, Ricky, Steve and families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
She was a kind, gracious and lovely lady.
Heaven has gained another angel.
Love you all.

Kenneth and Janet Rainbolt
Marshall, AR
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Sunday, March 23, 2014

We were so sorry to hear of Obeta's passing. Look to God for comfort at this sad time. Our prayers are with you.

Barbara Smith
Marshall, AR
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Sunday, March 23, 2014

Ricky,& Steve I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Hazel Owens
Plano, TX
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Sunday, March 23, 2014

SHIRLEY , STEVE AND RICKY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOM, I HAVE A LOT OF GOOD MEMORIES OF YOUR MOM AND DAD WHEN WE WOULD VISIT THEM .
LOVE AND PRAYERS

Ginger Elliott Lott
Ovett,
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Sunday, March 23, 2014

May Gods comforting Grace surround you in this time of sorrow.

Linda King
Marshall,
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Sunday, March 23, 2014

So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with all the family .

Wes Elliott
Beebe, AR
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Sunday, March 23, 2014

Ricky, Steve and family. Sorry to hear of your loss.
I remember your mother as a very kind woman who loved her family. I pray for peace and comfort only God can provide. God Bless.

christopher D. Yarbrough
Memphis, MO
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Sunday, March 23, 2014

You will forever be in my heart Aunt Beta.
Love,
Chris

Phil Pulis and Pam Lindsey
Marshall, AR
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Saturday, March 22, 2014

So sorry for your loss. She was truly a lady. Prayers from our family.

Betty and Ray Barnes
Marshall, AR
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Saturday, March 22, 2014

So very sorry for your loss. I remember bro Paul and sister Obeta when they were at South Mountain Church. We all loved and appreciated them both. Seems like a long time ago, but precious memories, how they linger. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Love, Betty and Ray Barnes

Barbara Van Camp
Mesa, AZ
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Saturday, March 22, 2014

Dear Ricky and family - what a surprise to see your mom on here Ricky. Last time I saw her she was doing ok. So very sorry to hear this. It saddens me so when our loved ones pass on in the Watts family.
Just remember - God knows your pain and also Obeta is with out pain now. Look to Him and He will give you great comfort.
Love,
Barbara (Watts) Van Camp

Tommy & Julie George
Marshall,
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Saturday, March 22, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.