of West Helena, AR
October 10, 1933 - September 28, 2015
Martha Connelly Turner Humphries, 81, of Little Rock and West Helena passed away on September 28, 2015, in Little Rock. Martha was born on October 10, 1933, to Wallace Berry Turner and Frances Falls Turner of Cypert, Arkansas. Martha graduated from Marvell High School in 1951 and graduated from Mississippi University for Women, then the Mississippi State College for Women, in 1955. Martha married Thad Humphries in 1955 and together raised three children. Martha and Thad celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 28.
Martha was an elementary school teacher for almost 30 years with the Helena-West Helena School district. She was a very active member of the West Helena United Methodist Church for almost 40 years and leaves behind many church friends.
Martha is survived by her husband, Thad, and their three children, Leslie Humphries and Bob Hargraves of Roland, Martha Ellen Humphries Delacey of Little Rock, and Thad and Terri Humphries of Walnut Grove, Mississippi; their five grandchildren, Mary Blohm Hargraves, Will Delacey, Fran Delacey, Blake Humphries, and Logan Humphries; two brothers, Bob and Carolyn Turner of Helena and Bill and Jo Turner of Marvell; and her sister-in-law Martha Ford Turner of Marvell. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her brother, Tommy Turner.
A graveside service for Martha will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 1, 2015 at Cypert Cemetery in Marvell, Arkansas. A Celebration of Life service will follow the graveside at the West Helena United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the West Helena United Methodist Church or the Asbury United Methodist Church in Little Rock.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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19 Condolence(s)
Brad & Mary Jo (Bloesch) Cunningham
Sunday, October 25, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of our neighbor, Mrs. Martha. She was such a sweet, caring person.
Ernestine Freeman
Sunday, October 18, 2015
So sorry to hear of the passing of Martha. She will truly be missed by many. Prayers for the family. I am at a loss for words to express the wonderful grace of Martha. She was so caring and devoted to whatever she undertook. Such a loving person. God has a special angel.
Judy & Mable Chambers
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Wonderful memories of Mrs. Humphries. She was such a good friend to my Mother. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Brett Vandiver
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Mrs. Humphries was a wonderful lady. She taught me at Woodruff Elementary, many years ago. My Grandmother was very sick in the hospital at the time, and Mrs. Humphries would ask me almost every day how she was doing, and comforted me. I will never forget that.
Danny and Pat Patton
Thursday, October 1, 2015
Mr. Humphries and family. We were out of town and so sorry to just hear today of Mrs. Martha's passing. She was a sweet sweet lady and I know each of you loved her and will miss her so much. May God bless each of you with comfort and strength and all the wonderful memories of her love for her family.
Kelvin Payne
Thursday, October 1, 2015
to the family of Ms. Humphries, many years ago, she was my elementary school teacher, I do remember her warm smile, May God Bless her family during this difficult time, Heaven just got a wonderful teacher!!!
Dorothy Moore
Thursday, October 1, 2015
I would like to express my heartfelt sympathies for your loss, May God Bless you in this difficult time.
David Meek
Thursday, October 1, 2015
She was a dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Betty Kendall-Mackey
Thursday, October 1, 2015
I will never forget Mrs. Martha, Mr. Humphries,you and the kids still be on your best behavior because she will be looking over you all from heaven May.God continue to bless and keep the family in His arms of protection.
Nota Rowe
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Nota Wallace Rowe and Rebecca Johnston
Martha & Claude Clement
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
We wre so sorry to hear of Martha's death. She and Thad were very good friends while we lived in West Helena, May God be with all of you at this time.
Patricia Sims Williams
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Mrs. Humphries was my third grade math teacher at West Side Elementary. Mrs. Humphries was kind and patient towards all students. I will remember most, her pleasant smile. Thank you Mrs. Humphries for making a difference in my life!!!
Ronnie & Donna Poythress
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Dear Thad & family,
You are in our thoughts & prayers. There is no love like a Mother's Love and all of the loving memories that only a mother can give us. I know that your mama is a precious angel because she had a son that is so precious. Everyone loves you Thad. May God comfort you & your family.
Jimmy & Denise Dean
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
We are saddened to learn of the loss of your dear mom, wife, grandmother, and best friend. There are no words that can fill her void, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Proverbs 31:30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.
Jimmy & Denise Dean
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
We are saddened to learn of the loss of your dear mom, wife, grandmother, and best friend. There are no words that can fill her void, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
David Eifling
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Martha,
Sorry about your mom. I hope you, Leslie, and Patches are okay.
Diana Maxwell Hendricks
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
To Martha's family: I attended the West Helena United Methodist Church from 1976-1983 when I was teaching and living in West Helena, and I have the fondest memories of your mother! I never heard her say a bad thing about anyone and she always had a smile on her face (and was usually laughing!). Although I know you will miss her just think of the joy she is bringing to Heaven! I give your mom part of the credit for me being United Methodist, along with some other Godly women, Mrs. Moye, Peggy Pace Ruane, Marilyn Waddell, Judy Buchanan and the list goes on and on...Your family is in my prayers in the days and weeks ahead. God Bless You All!
Virginia johnston
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
She was a very good friend and I will miss her!
Larry & Cathy Johnston
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs.Martha. She was one of the best neighbors I could have ever asked for. She was just like a mother to my kids. They thought of her like a grandmother. Prayers being said for comfort and peace for your family.