of Conway, AR
February 19, 1927 - April 16, 2014
Doris Marie (Brantner) Maness, 87, of Conway, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. She was born on Saturday, February 19, 1927 in Red Mud, Texas, to the late Kay Parrack and Pearl Marie (Hoover) Brantner.
She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Susan Camille Maness; two sisters, Irene Lemley and Joyce Wooten and her brother, Ralph Brantner.
Doris was a founding member of Fellowship Bible Church of Conway. Affectionately known as Miss Doris, she was a faithful member of Women at the Well, a great Bible teacher, prayer warrior, and loved by all who knew her.
There was not much Doris wouldn't try. As a young military wife she traveled alone with three small children across the ocean to live in London, England. While living there, she learned to knit. She loved to make things with her hands. She could cross stitch, quilt and made beautiful pieces with hardanger embroidery. All her grandchildren have quilts made by their granny. She often lamented that her two daughters did not share her love of a needle and thread.
She really loved her family and there are so many great memories of the times spent together cooking and sharing meals, and laughing. If she ever got tickled, she would laugh so hard she couldn't catch her breath, a trait her daughter shares. Doris faced many challenges in life, but she never complained. Her faith in God sustained her and she was in inspiration to all that knew her.
Those left to mourn her passing are her children, Charles Clay Maness of North Little Rock; her daughter, Melissa (Maness) Dean of Conway; four grandchildren, Sara Vint (Mark), Christy Dean, Tyler and Britton Maness; three great-grandchildren, Carly and Caroline Vint and Keaton Maness; brother Ron Brantner of Allen, Texas; numerous other nieces and nephews, and special friends. She loved them all dearly.
Funeral services are set for 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at Fellowship Bible Church, 1051 Hogan Lane, Conway with Pastor Ken Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in Rest Hills Cemetery in Sherwood. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 21, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Operation Christmas Child Fund at Fellowship Bible Church, 1051 Hogan Lane, Conway, AR 72034.
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38 Condolence(s)
David Mote
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
I work with Melissa Dean and pryaing for the family during time lost. God give you peace
Roberta Fooks
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Melissa and family.
Elaine Stafford
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Mike and Patti Saucier
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
We loved our visits with Miss Doris. It was like opening a present to visit and be surprised and delighted by her conversation. She might have few words but they were choice ones and always blessed us with a laugh and smile. Through all her pain and discomfort you knew she cared about you. She never complained! How unselfish! We miss her so much already. How blessed we are to have known her!
Kelly Fryer Rickard
Monday, April 21, 2014
Clay,
I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family in the loss of your mother. You are in my prayers.
Mendy Clanton
Monday, April 21, 2014
Miss Doris was a precious woman of God. When I worked as the church secretary, she was my faithful helper, coming every week to fold bulletins, stuff envelopes, pray with me and encourage me. I loved her dearly, as did so many others. She will be missed, but I know she is celebrating with her Savior!
Penny Terrell
Monday, April 21, 2014
Ms Melissa, I will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer. Be Blessed.
Penny Terrell
Monday, April 21, 2014
Ms Melissa, I will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer. Be Blessed.
Danette Rucker
Monday, April 21, 2014
Melissa, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!! Love you!
Danette
Linda Starr
Monday, April 21, 2014
When we started attending Fellowship, Doris was the first person that welcomed us and we looked forward each Sunday to seeing her smiling face. She never failed to stop by our seat and talk to us and we felt something was missing these past months that she was not able to attend. We will continue to miss her but will find peace in knowing that she is in a better place now. She was a very special lady.
Out thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family members. Don and I both have lost our parents and it is not easy as you never forget them. God Bless you.
Ruthie Brown
Monday, April 21, 2014
Melissa, you and your family are in my prayers. For I always search the scripture for strength and this is what comes to mind.
Deuteronomy 31:8 says, it is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you.
Be Blessed
Carol Tabron
Monday, April 21, 2014
Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord.. For we live by faith, not by sight. We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. Be Encouraged and know that your family is in our prayers.
Kerri Cox Burnett
Sunday, April 20, 2014
Melissa and Clay,
I am so sorry to read about Doris. Over the years I have thought of her often. I will never forget her living across the street from mawmaw and papa, she was like a 2nd granny to Kim and I!!! Also, the trip she took with us in the winnebago. That was a special time for us. Doris was a very special part of our family and lives in so many ways!! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Kerri Cox Burnett
Rickey Henley
Friday, April 18, 2014
Clay' my Prayers are with you, and your family! God Bless!
Sonja Owens
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa I am sorry for the loss of our mother. I know you were very close to her and will miss her but as you said she is in such a better place now. I will continue to pray for comfort for you and your family
John & Dinah Kennedy
Friday, April 18, 2014
We are praying for you and your family during this difficult time, but rejoicing with you of the assurance that you will see her again.
Ellen Haywood
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in my prayers. God bless!
Linda Counts Hatcher
Friday, April 18, 2014
Clay and Family,
Sorry for the loss of your Mother. I can tell from the wonderful video that you have a treasure of pictures and many happy memories. May God comfort you. Linda
Aletha "Lisa" Weathers
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa,
Eighteen Months ago I lost my mom so I understand how you are feeling. Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of her passing. I want you to know my prayers are with you and your family. Look for the rainbow in the sky and remember her legacy.
Charlotte Ketchum
Friday, April 18, 2014
My heart felt condolences go out to you and your family. Keeping you in my prayers.
Jerry M. Jones
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I, of course, never had the privilege of meeting her, but knowing you gives me a great appreciation of the wonderful person that she was. Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences to you and your family during this time.
Timothy Langley (OPPD)
Friday, April 18, 2014
Heartfelt sorrow Melissa
Peace and comfort I pray for you and the family.
John 14:27
"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful."
Stephen Cody Little
Friday, April 18, 2014
I am so sorry for this loss to you and your family. Thinking of you and your family with good thoughts and prayers.
Joy Hayes
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa I am very sorry this has happened but there comes a time in all our lives that God is going to take us home. We must be prepared and from what I have read in the guestbook I would say your mom has served the Lord diligently. May God keep you and your family close during this time of bereavement.
REGINA CARR
Friday, April 18, 2014
We at Pulaski South are thinking of you and your family during these difficult times. You are in our hearts and prayers. We can't begin to imagine what you are feeling, but please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Gita Harris
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Just know that GOD is a just GOD and he makes no mistakes. Take this time to celebrate the life of your mother and cling to the memories of her that made you smile and embrace life with courage knowing that JESUS will wipe every tear from your eyes. Be encouraged and take care of yourself.
Lorie Williams
Friday, April 18, 2014
We are praying for the family in this time of sadness. May God continue to comfort all.
Paul and Lorie Williams
Joyce McCalla
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa, Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about your mother's passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Elaine Andersen
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa, I was so sad to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my constant prayers. Cherish those precious memories and hold tight to them. May God give you peace, calm and comfort. God bless!
Dan Chambers
Friday, April 18, 2014
Melissa,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Robert Williams
Friday, April 18, 2014
The severeign Most High god is ruler over our lives., So it's obvious that ifwe ever have the feeling of comfort, God has given it to us. He's the author of comfort. He's the one who grants us the peace, the satisfaction, the ease. "Bless the Lord, O my soul,...Who crowns you with loveing-kindness and compassion." Psalm 103:1,4 Melissa, may the Lord Bless you and the Family at this time in your lives. God Bless !!
Joanna dennis
Friday, April 18, 2014
God bless your family...He gave you a wonderful Mother!
Julie Maxwell
Thursday, April 17, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for y'all.
Joyce Smith
Thursday, April 17, 2014
I knew yiur Mother throufh Camille when sge at Standard Abatract. I am sobsirry fir your loss. I pray ahe has had her long awaited reuinion with Camille. May God hold you close during the upcoming days.
Debby mickey Denton
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Melissa, I am so very sorry! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! If there is anything that I can do; please let me know! Thinking of you!
Sue Farris
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Melissa,
You're in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate your mom's life.
Susan Burks
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Doris was a wonderful Christian woman! How many Sundays I saw her in church with a bright smile that lit up the room. What a prayer warrior she was and how thankful I am that I got to know her. I know she is walking with the Lord right now and basking in His glory!
Eric Martin
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Ms. Doris was a sweet lady and an active member of Fellowship Bible Church. I have no doubt she is walking with her Lord right now.