of Marion, AR

December 22, 1945 - May 16, 2024

Jane Ellen Phillips Hartley, 78, of Marion, Arkansas passed away on May 16, 2024. Jane was born in McComb, Mississippi on December 22, 1945 to Herman Charles and Merle Phillips. She graduated from Crawfordsville High School and attended Methodist School of Nursing in Memphis, Tennessee.

She married William (Bill) Hartley on June 25, 1965 and had 2 daughters. Jane worked as a registered nurse for 45 years. She enjoyed cooking, cross-stitch and knitting, decorating cakes and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She also a member of the New Beginnings Methodist Church and founded the card ministry program at NBMC.

Jane is survived by her husband, William Hartley; daughters, Ellen (John) Whittington and Laura Charlton; grandchildren, Jane Ellen and Dawson Whittington and Hartley Charlton; siblings, Julia (Jerry) Tucker, Steve Phillips, Phil (Anita) Phillips, Dru (Sally) Phillips; nephews and nieces, Susan (Scott) Shamblin, Sam (Donna) Tucker, Paul Tucker, Beth Gross, Chad Tucker, Eric (Shannon) Phillips, Bryce (Lynn) Phillips, Jennifer Phillips, Candice (Stewart) Haynes and other family and friends.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents, Herman Charles and Merle Kyzar Phillips.

Jane was known as Mammy to her grandchildren. ''To know her is to love her! Mammy was a blessing to everyone who knew her, and everyday with her was a gift. She loved so fiercely, gave grace so generously, and she lit up every room she was in. From cooking countless meals for her church family to her card ministry, she spread so much joy and compassion. Not exaggerating when I say I have the best grandmother in the world- I love you Mammy!'' her granddaughter, Jane Ellen.

Her funeral service will be held at 2:00pm Tuesday, May 21st at New Beginnings Methodist Church. Visitation will be held at 5-7pm on Monday, May 20th at New Beginnings Methodist Church. Burial will follow the funeral at Crittenden Memorial Park.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
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