of Conway, AR
April 6, 1927 - January 26, 2014
Mary Ethel Harris, 86, of Conway passed away Sunday, January 26, 2014. She was born April 6, 1927 in Winfield AL to the late John A. and Etta ''Toy'' L. (Erwin) Dykes. Ethel was also preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Cecil R. Harris Sr., sons, William Lee Roper, Cecil R. Harris Jr., two brothers, Raymond Dykes, Leroy Dykes, sister, Maxine Parrish, and three grandchildren, Billy Wayne Harris, William Lee Harris and Tiffany Sane Harris.
Ethel was a longtime member of Liberty Church of Christ in Conway. She was very active in the Church and enjoyed attending the ladies Bible Class and working in the nursery. Ethel also enjoyed gardening and taking care of her flower beds, but most of all she loved taking care of her grandchildren and spending time with them.
Ethel is survived by two daughters, Norma Fleming (Lorin) of Alexander, AR and Floy Johnston (Wesley Sr.) of Mayflower, AR, two brothers, Roy Dykes and Troy Dykes (Shirley) all of Birmingham, AL, six grandchildren, Josh Ruple (Heather), Jeremy Ruple (Jayla), Wesley Johnston Jr., Colby Johnston, John Fason (Marsha) and Justin Harris and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday January 31, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway (501) 327-7727 with Ted Knight officiating. Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway with Jonathan House officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be her grandsons, Josh Ruple, Jeremy Ruple, Wesley Johnston Jr., Colby Johnston, John Fason and son-in-law, Wesley Johnston Sr. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Salem Place Nursing and Rehab.
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18 Condolence(s)
Sheila Johnson
Friday, January 31, 2014
I am so sorry to hear this. I just now found out. Ms. Ethel was such a sweet lady and was such a joy to know. Mom and I loved visiting with her and picking her up for church. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ted & Barbara Knight
Friday, January 31, 2014
Norma, Floy, and Family, it was such a pleasure to know your Mom and Dad. They were among the first that we met many years ago at Liberty. Our memories of them are cherished.
Love, Ted & Barbara
Tammy Heffington
Thursday, January 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss. It's been over 25 years since I attended services at Liberty but I clearly remember the Harris family. Prayers for you during this sorrowful time.
Stephenie Land
Thursday, January 30, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Vicki Courtney (Woodward)
Thursday, January 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Ethel was a wonderful person. I have so many fond memories from our days together at Liberty.
Cindy & Gaylon Campbell
Thursday, January 30, 2014
We're so sorry about your loss. We know she was very special, and very much loved.
Marty Knight
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Floy, Norma and Family: I am so saddened to hear of Ethel's passing. I have such fond memories of your Mom and Dad from our days at Liberty. They were special people.
Praying for you.
Marty Knight
David, Karissa, Magdalene, Vincent Williams
Thursday, January 30, 2014
We are so saddened by the loss of Aunt Ethel; I really cherish those times spent at the house with her, Grandpaw & Grandmaw Ferrell and the family, when I was a kid. She will be truly missed.
Dave and Sherry Cox
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Dear Norma and Family,
You and your family are in are thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your family is a blessing to many.
(He will keep in perfect peace all those who trust in him). Isaiah 26:3
Your neighbors,
Dave and Sherry Cox
Randy O. & Sherril A. Bowling
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Norma: So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Also did NOT know that Cecil, Jr. had preceded her in passing. Very saddened to hear of your losing both. R.O.B./
Tonna Johnson
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Floy, I will be praying for your family and sweet memories.
Eric Glover
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Floy, I'm so sorry to read of your sweet mother's passing. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Eric
Doris Hutchins
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
I have so many good memories of times spent together by the Hoffmans and Harrises. They were special friends who will remain in our hearts forever. Wishing peace and comfort to each and every family member.
Debbie Hampton
Monday, January 27, 2014
Sorry for your loss Norma and Floy. Please let me know if you need anything.
Margie Hall
Monday, January 27, 2014
Floy and Norma,
So Sorry for your Loss, Your Mother was a very Special Woman. And will be Missed!
Pat Ward
Monday, January 27, 2014
My heart goes out to you and your family
Flynn Kettell
Monday, January 27, 2014
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing Mrs.Norma, I will be praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Thank you all so much for what you do for me and my family, I could not ask for better people to work with and for.
God bless you all,
Flynn Kettell
Donna Castellani
Monday, January 27, 2014
Sorry to hear about your mother Norma and Floy. I hope you find comfort in knowing she is with our Lord and Savior. Love yall.