of Enola, AR
September 20, 1915 - July 18, 2017
Jewell M. Beene, 101, of Enola, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 18, 2017. She was born in Enola to the late Thomas Anthony Heffington and Flora May Anthony Heffington. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Loy Thurman Beene; five brothers, Elbert Heffington, Carl Heffington, Taft Heffington, Foy Heffington, and Elton Heffington; two sisters, Mattie Hendrix and Maude Bradke; two infant siblings; and one son Loy T. Beene, Jr.
Jewell had a personal relationship with Jesus and loved reading her Bible several hours every day. She was a member of Crossroads Church of Christ in Enola. She was a retired school teacher working for Mt. Vernon and Enola elementary for over thirty years. Before retiring Jewell also became a principal for Enola Schools. She enjoyed quilting and crocheting.
She is survived by her son, James Anthony Beene (Deanna) of Enola; three grandchildren, James A. ''Tony'' Beene, Jr. (Tonya) of Enola, Kevin W. Beene (Tricia) of Enola, and Kimberly Reich (Danny) of Waco, TX; one daughter-in-law, Joann Beene; nine great grandchildren, Hunter, Clayton, Olivia, Adam, Abigail, Andrew, Jimmy, Jeffrey, and Joshua; and six great-great grandchildren.
Funeral Service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, July 21, 2017 at Roller- McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Visitation will begin one hour prior to service at 12:00 p.m. Interment will immediately follow the service at Heffington Cemetery in Enola.
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9 Condolence(s)
Dennis White
Sunday, July 23, 2017
I used to enjoy being around Mrs.Jewel when we would be at the Heffington Cemetary clean-up.She would always be busy doing something to help.
Jim & Martha Bell
Friday, July 21, 2017
Ms Jay was a sweet & loving person & a true Christian lady in all respects. She always had a smile for everyone she met. She was a good example to all of us to show us how a life should be lived. Our prayers & thoughts are with her family.
Evia Freeman (McElmurry}
Thursday, July 20, 2017
This sweet lady was an inspiration to me. I was never her student, but was a student at Enola where I was fortunate enough to get acquainted with her. She always gave me words of wisdom. I'll never forget her. Prayers and blessings for you and your family. She was a blessing to recieve.
Wanda Newland
Thursday, July 20, 2017
You all are in our hearts and prayers. Mrs. Beene was a wonderful person and a great example of a true Christian. I have the best memories of her in school and out. We love you all. In CHRIST's love, Wanda & Larry Newland, Karen & Drew Lovelady and Verlee Covington
Richie & Annette leach
Thursday, July 20, 2017
Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry for your loss, but rejoice with you knowing Mrs. Jewell is walking streets of gold.
Our sincere condolences,
Richie & Annette
Rita wall
Thursday, July 20, 2017
So dearly loved, so sadly missed. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Paulette Bryant
Thursday, July 20, 2017
To all the family, you are in my prayers and thoughts.
Karen Mitchell
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
I am so sorry to hear the news of Mrs. Beene's passing. she was a great teacher. She was kind, patient and loving with her students, she always disciplined when needed and always did it with love. The world has lost an amazing woman. She will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers and with the family. I hope you find comfort knowing she is resting now.
Love to you all
Linda Crossno Seifert
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
I remember her as a caring teacher. She was loved by all her students.
Dr. Linda Seifert