of West Memphis, AR

September 29, 1978 - January 9, 2025

Shelby McCuiston Ward, a loving mother, sister and daughter, passed away January 9, 2025 at the age of 46. Shelby will always be remembered for her true love of family and friends. Her caring heart and witty sense of humor inspired all who knew her. Shelby was a devoted educator, touching the lives of all the students she taught in the Marion school district. She attended West Memphis Christian School, where she excelled in basketball and cheerleading. Shelby was a graduate of Arkansas State University and a diehard Arkansas Razorback fan. However, her legacy will always be her unending love for her family and friends.

Shelby was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd McCuiston III and Rosemary Marotti McCuiston; brother, Paxton Marotti and grandparents, Lloyd McCuiston II and Olivia McCuiston and Egbert Holden and Zelma Lois(Bridge man) Gipson.

Shelby leaves behind her loving daughter, Averie Ward; sister, Karsen Driskell; brother, Justin McCuiston; niece, Daisy Driskell; nephews, Colin McCuiston and Ryley McCuiston and former husband of 21 years, Chris Ward.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Roller Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis.

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