of Conway, AR

November 27, 1959 - March 2, 2025

Marti L Rankin passed away peacefully on March 2nd, 2025 surrounded by her husband and children at the age of 65. She was born in Castor Valley, CA on November 27, 1959 to James A Benefield and Neva L Smith.

She is survived by her husband of 31 years, James (Jim) Rankin of Conway; her stepfather, Ray Smith of Conway; sisters, Beth Jones and Patti Wise (Brandon) of Summerfield, FL; stepbrothers, David Smith of Conway and Bruce Smith (Michelle) of Tahlequah, OK and stepsister, Suzan Gilbert of Greers Ferry; daughter, Melinda (Mindy) Johnson (Tino) of North Little Rock and son, Derek Rankin (Erica) of Sheridan; Adopted kids, ''Cooter'' and ''Roscoe''; grandkids, Azurea Andrews, Kaylib Andrews, Aiyana Johnson, Brock Johnson and Kaiden (KJ) King. Marti is preceded in death by her parents, many friends that were close enough to be family and many adopted kids (pets).

Marti liked to make her own path and held several jobs over her lifetime, but ''mother'' was her favorite. She strived to always put her kids above herself. She was always eager to help and opened her heart to anyone needing a kind word or a helping hand. Marti enjoyed the outdoors, camping with friends and family, traveling to new places and reading a good book. She was a loving wife, mother, Nina and an amazing friend to all that knew her and will be dearly missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held on March 8th, 2025 at 10am at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Flowers are accepted, or gifts in her memory may be made to Fuzzy Hearts Animal Rescue in Fairfield Bay, AR.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
650 Central Landing Blvd.
Conway, AR  72032
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com