of Judsonia, AR

February 6, 1938 - April 28, 2024

Mary Ellen Beals, 86, of Judsonia passed away April 28, 2024 in Searcy. She was born February 6, 1938 to the late Robert Alonzo and Mary Magdalene (Mays) Ramsey.

Mary is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 48 years, Leslie Joe Beals (Junior); daughter, Patricia Beals; brothers, Edward and Pete Ramsey; grandparents, Skipper and Sandra Meggs Mays and George and Fredonia Rawls Ramsey.

She is survived by three sons, Gary Beals of Pangburn, Roger Beals (Cindy) of Bald Knob and Dale Beals of Fisher; five grandchildren, Sean Brown of Hot Springs, Mandie Beals Daniel (Brian) of Jonesboro, Marc Beals of Judsonia, Ryan Beals (Ashli) of Searcy, Samantha Beals of Fisher; four great-grandchildren, Ryder and Kayleigh Beals, Lia Brown and Khloe Harris; as well as a host of numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Mary was a dedicated mom and grandmother and loved each of her family members deeply. She had an extended family with her work at the First Step Childcare where she worked for over 30 years. Her last day working was Friday April 26, 2024, where she was giving care to third generation children that had come through the daycare. She loved and cared for them as her own family. She enjoyed watching and feeding her hummingbirds, taking care of her cats and had a great collection of ceramic roosters. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held 11:00AM Wednesday, May 1, 2024 in the Roller-Daniel Funeral Home Chapel with service to follow at 12:00PM. The interment will be at White County Memorial Gardens.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home
411 East Race Avenue
Searcy, AR  72145
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com