of West Helena, AR

December 27, 1921 - November 1, 2023

Margie Snipes Caffey passed away on November 1, 2023 at Marianna Crestpark. She was 101 years old.

Mrs. Caffey was born in Memphis to Mack and Katie O'Rourke Snipes on December 27, 1921. She was the youngest of four children, all of whom have preceded her in death. Although having no blood kin, Margie was fortunate to have special friends who she considered her "extended family". They were Ken and Becky Fratessi, Wanda Ridge, Suzann McCommon, Nellie Hopper and especially, Jimmy Lou Brandon.

Born in Memphis, Margie lived with her aunt and uncle, the McDonald's, in Lula, MS after her mother passed away. She attended school at Lula Rich and graduated as valedictorian of her class in 1940. She received her Bachelor's degree from Delta State in 1944 and began her teaching career at the Old Helena High School. She worked there for two years before returning to her Alma Mater to teach social studies and coach girls basketball. She also taught High School English at Fraizer in Memphis. Later taught in Florida. After receiving her Master's Degree from the University of Memphis, she returned to the Helena-West Helena School system and worked as a Guidance Counselor until her retirement in 1987. Margie was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma. She was a lifelong member of the West Helena Baptist Church. She worked in the junior department and later served as a leader in the retired seniors and the Joy Fellowship.

Graveside services for Margie Caffey will held Monday, November 6, 2023 at 11 A.M. at Sunset Memorial Park.

Pallbearers: Jon Crossett, Jason Webster, Brent Harris, Gorge Jaco and Gary Hopper

Honorary Pallbearers: Laymon Pearcy Rusty Porter, Riley Porter and Gorge Webster

Services are under the direction of the Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
508 East Plaza Street
West Helena, AR  72390
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com