of Marshall, AR
September 1, 1943 - October 13, 2018
Mary Evelyn Wallis, age 75 of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Saturday, October 13th, 2018 at Highland Court in Marshall, Arkansas. She was born in Marshall, Arkansas on September 1st, 1943 to William Richard ''Bill'' Gray and Jewel Alene Chambers Gray.
Mary Evelyn married Wendell Wallis on July 30th, 1961. They enjoyed 50 years of marriage. She was a Christian and a member of the Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Mary Evelyn was a homemaker and a wonderful mother to her girls. She loved being outside, especially if it was helping her husband Wendell work. He affectionately called her his ''mudder'' because she would mix the cement ''mud'' for him to lay blocks. She loved looking for unusual and pretty rocks and she also enjoyed looking for wildlife, especially bald eagles.
Survivors include three daughters, Reneta Harness and husband Tim of Welcome Home; Brenda Pierce and husband Dewayne of Marshall and Becky Smith and husband Roger of Harrison; grandchildren, Jennifer Harness, Matthew Harness, Wendy Passmore, Crystal Hendrix, Corey Pierce and Taylor Pierce; great-grandchildren, Jakob Harness, Casen Harness, Allie Passmore, Brooke Passmore, Zoey Redmond, Tommie Hendrix, Cash Pierce and Ava Pierce; and one brother, Wayne Gray and wife Sue of Marshall. The family would like to give a special thanks to Highland Court staff and to Hospice for their excellent care of our mom. Also a special thanks to neighbor Stephen Treadwell, who she regarded as a brother.
Mary Evelyn is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Jewel Gray; her husband, Wendell Craig Wallis who passed away in 2011; brothers, Richard Gray and James Roy Gray; and a great-granddaughter, Kylie Jo Hendrix.
Funeral services for Mary Evelyn will be 2:00 PM Monday, October 15th, 2018 at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Gary Ragland and Bro. Donnie Horton officiating. Visitation will be 1:00-2:00 PM preceding the service. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Harness, Dewayne Pierce, Matthew Harness, Hunter Passmore, Taylor Pierce and Stephen Treadwell. Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Smith and Corey Pierce. At the family's request in lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of North Arkansas, 330 Hwy 5 North, 320 Bradford Square, Mountain Home, AR 72653.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. About 43 years ago, I spent my first night in Mary Evelyn's home. Even though I was young, I could see she took pride in being a wife and mother. Her home was beautiful and her meals were always delicious. She always had dessert after every dinner too! She was just lovely and I am blessed to have known her. Love you all!
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Although I don’t know exactly what to say, I want you to know that I am with you in thought and wish you comfort and peace as you remember your Mom.
We are so sorry for your loss and time of sorrow. We are in our hearts and prayers.
John & Linda Watts
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
She was always so kind and loving...never would let me leave with an empty stomach! Love and prayers for all the family and friends.
Nate
We are so sorry for the loss of Mary Evelyn. She was a very good person. She left a good example for you girls to follow. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Mary Evelyn was a very sweet lady. My prayers are with you all.
Gail
dear friends, i am so very sorry to hear of your lose. she seemed like a wonderful wife and mother. i will be praying for you all. with much love,yvonne
I am so very sorry!! Mary was a special friend in school and church growing up. I have many precious memories of her.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers!!
My condolences to the family of Aunt Mary Evelyn. I have so many fond memories of that dearly beloved woman. She was always one of my favorite people to be around. I know she will be deeply missed by all her loved ones.
Dear sweet cousins,
I am so sorry for your great loss of your mother. She was such a sweet, sweet aunt! I have many great memories of Aunt Mary Evelyn. I enjoyed sitting on her porch visiting with her and Uncle Wendell. I also remember her coming to Russellville and eating at Pasta Grill with Wayne and I. She had such a pleasant smile. I will always remember that day. Nate so enjoyed visiting her. She fed him well! I’m so thankful we will see her again. John 3:16.
Nancy Wallis Cummings
Dear ones.
I got to see you sweet mom last weekend when I
was at the Nursing Center. Brenda, Renita, Becky,
and family you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Your mom was a precious and dear soul and I am
thankful to have known her. May the Lord comfort
you and bless you during this difficult time .
My sincere sympathies,
Laura B.