of Conway, AR
February 7, 1940 - August 19, 2016
Anne Elizabeth Humphreys, 76, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on August 19th, 2016. The fourth of five children, she was born February 7th, 1940 in Wallasey, England to Sydney Smith and Josephine (Downey) Smith. She attended high school at Marymount Convent before working at Cammell Laird's in the drafting department. Anne began dating John Humphreys in 1956. He moved to London in 1957 and they continued a long distance relationship until he moved back to the area in 1960. They were married in 1962. When their first daughter was born, Anne became a homemaker and was very active in PTO and church groups. After their second daughter was born, Anne co-owned a successful clothing store.
In 1982 Anne relocated to Manitowoc, Wisconsin for her husband's job, and then again to Conway in 1985. A lifelong Catholic, she was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Her faith played a significant role in her life. She organized and worked with the Altar Society for 22 years, as well as participating weekly in the Eucharistic Adoration program since its inception. Anne was also a member of the Conway Newcomer's Club for 31 years, serving terms as President and Secretary. She very much enjoyed being a member of the Bunko, Pokeno, and Book Club groups and treasured the many friends she made there.
Anne is survived by John, her husband of 54 years, daughters Christine Smith and Justine Hollowell, sons-in-law Jeff Smith and Jeffrey Hollowell, grandchildren Lauren Smith, John Smith, and Kaden Hollowell, sisters Rita Wilkinson, Claire Burrows, and Christine Chadwick, brothers-in-law Norman Burrows and Doug Chadwick, sister-in-law Jean Davies, brother-in-law Rodney Davies, a host of nieces, nephews, and countless friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Allan Smith.
The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the medical professionals who took such good care of Anne over the last few months: Dr. Shirley Ong, Dr. J.D. Day, and the Neurology and Neurosurgery staffs at UAMS, Dr. Brian Imamura and the staff at CARTI, and her primary care physician and friend, Dr. Gil Johnson. They would also like to thank the nurses at Gentiva Hospice and Jacqueline Kordsmeier and Marilyn Dail for their loving care.
There will be a rosary at St. Joseph Church in Conway at 6pm on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, with visitation to follow at 6:30pm. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Joseph Church at 10a.m. on Thursday, August 25, 2016 with Father Tony Robbins as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Joseph Endowment & Charitable Trust, 1315 College Avenue, Conway AR 72034. Online obituary at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
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13 Condolence(s)
Patricia McEwen-Kiel
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
John and family,
So sorry to hear about Ann. I remember her as a very special person and feel honored to have known her. Our move to Conway many years ago was successful due to the many friends we met via newcomers.
Please accept my condolences. I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time and wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
With caring thoughts,
Patti
Linda & Tom LeClair
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Anne' passing. She was a lovely lady, so kind and generous with her friendship. We have happy memories of good times spent with her.
Rob Gilliom
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
John,
I was deeply saddened this morning to find out about your loss. May God grant you and your family grace, mercy and peace at this time.
Rob Gilliom
Barry and Linda Ballard
Monday, August 22, 2016
John:
We are so very sad for you and your family about the passing of Anne. We loved hearing her stories spoken in her British English and she was so full of life. Please accept our condolences. We pray the Lords peace and comfort during this sad time. Hope we can again play some golf this coming Fall when the weather cools. Regards. Barry
Karen Smith/Douglas Royal
Monday, August 22, 2016
Our deepest sympathy on the the loss of your wife and mother. Anne was such a special lady. She made everyone she knew feel special.and loved. She will be greatly missed.
Frank and Dorothy Mutranowski
Monday, August 22, 2016
Dear John,
Words cannot convey how saddened Dorothy and I are to have learned of dear Annes passing. I seems like only yesterday we spoke on the phone and you informed me she was beginning to have some issues. This all happened so quickly.
We pray that God will comfort you and give you the courage to carry on knowing that you have an Angel in Heaven waiting for you to join her there. Peace be with you, dear Friend !
Libby Fulmer
Monday, August 22, 2016
My love and condolences to you John and the girls and familes. Anne was a very special loving person and all who knew her were blessed. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. With much love. Libby
Harry & Maureen Walker
Sunday, August 21, 2016
With deepest sympathy to you all. We are both thinking about you at this sad time
Maureen and Harry
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Ken & Elizabeth White
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Hi John, as we discussed, Elizabeth and I just want to express our condolences in the passing of Anne.
Anne was a very special lady, a wife of 55 years is somewhat amazing, she has been a great wife and mother for your family.
Elizabeth and I are sorry that we cannot make it back for the services. Just a little short notice to rearrange things and get back. Be confident that our thoughts and prayers will be you and the kids.
Ken & Elizabeth
Kerry Smith
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Anne was a wonderful person who will be missed by everyone that ever came into contact with her.
Karla Beene
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Out deepest sympathy to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven has received a beautiful Angel.
Karla, Ricky & Mitchell Beene
Karen Christiansen
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Wish there was something I could say to help relieve your sorrow in losing a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Anne was a wonderful person and feel so very blessed that she was a person I could consider a good friend. Life will never be the same without her in it. She is in God's hands now smiling down on all of us.
I wish I could be there for the memorial service as you were there for Gary's, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet Tobias
Saturday, August 20, 2016
Dear John and Anne's Family,
Heartfelt condolences to you all. Anne was a wonderful friend to me and I will miss her very much. So Sorry for your loss.
Janet and Bill Tobias