of Hardy, AR
December 23, 1951 - February 2, 2014
Linda Diane (Stokes) Bates went home to be with her Lord and Savior, February 2, 2014. She was born on December 23, 1951 in Monroe, Arkansas to Jack and Shirley (Grimes) Stokes.
She was preceded in death by both of her parents.
Survived by her children: Pennie Martin (Roger) of Holly Grove; Jennifer Dixon (Joe) of Maumelle and Deven Peach of Sherwood. Grandchildren: Bryce Martin of Fayetteville; Drake Martin of Holly Grove; Nicholas Compton of Maumelle; and Harlee and Aiden Peach of Sherwood. Survived by her siblings: Randy Stokes of Ragtown; Nancy Hamilton of Rich Community; Freddy Stokes (Tammy) of Ragtown; Terry Stokes (Judith) of Marvel and Dana Smith (Tim) of Holly Grove and her significant other, Clyde Miller of Hardy.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Olive Hill Baptist Church, 14514 Chicot Road, Mabelvale, Arkansas. Interment to follow at Olive Hill Cemetery.
Family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800.
May God continue to bless you and your family during your time of bereavement!
My thoughts and prayers are with Diane's family at this time. It seems as though it was yesterday that Diane and I graduated from high school. She was a very dear friend and will be greatly missed. God called a beautiful angel home.
My thoughts and prayers are with Diane's brothers and sisters. All my love
I am saddened by the loss of this family member, but she is now resting in the arms of Jesus. My heart goes out to Penny, Jennifer, Devon and your children. Love and prayers
We are so very sorry for loss and praying comfort for your family.
My prayers go out to family. She was very much loved by those who knew her.
I'm sorry to hear about your loss she is not in any pain. My god put his loving arm around you to help you through this tough time
So very sorry for the loss of your mom, sister. We will keep you in our prayers. May God bless each and every one of you. The Hamilton family
So sorry for your loss,she's not suffering any more. May God richly Bless all of you with peace beyond measure! Love you all.
So sorry for your loss!!!! My prayers are with all the family.
I'm so sorry to sorry to hear of your loss.I'm that praying that God will comfort and strengthen you all.
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you all.
May God guide you gently through this change in your lives! Praying for you all!
Although it is a sorrowful time for all the brothers and sisters, we know it is harder for the daughters.... We love you and will keep you all in our prayers...
We are thinking of you all during this difficult time, and praying for comfort and peace in the coming days.
We are thinking of you all during this difficult time, and praying for comfort and peace in the coming days.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Jennifer:
We were so sorry to hear about your Mom. Our prayers are with you and Joe.
Take care.
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerry and Vicki Hartsell
Prayers for the family!!!
We are praying for ya"ll through this time of sorrow.
We are praying for ya"ll through this time of sorrow.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all
My Deepest sympathy for you all
My Deepest sympathy for you all