of Little Rock, AR
October 4, 1932 - September 14, 2018
Wilma Irene Scott, age 85, of Little Rock, Arkansas and formerly of England, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Irene was born in Pindall, Arkansas on October 4, 1932 to Lawrence and Mollie Bolin. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 32 years, Andrew Scott; her brothers, Willard Bolin, Wilvin Bolin both of England, Arkansas, William (Bo) Bolin of North Little Rock, Arkansas; her sisters, Lorette Hill of McRae, Arkansas and Mildred Gabbard of Jacksonville, Arkansas; her sons-in-law, Donnie Risner of Benton, Arkansas and Roger Fouts of Little Rock, Arkansas.
She is survived by her five daughters, Jackie (George) Whittaker of Little Rock, Arkansas, Mary Ann (John) Seal of Redfield, Arkansas, Diane Risner of Benton, Arkansas, Judy (David) Ricci and Sandra Fouts, both of Little Rock, Arkansas; sisters Imogene Acre of Azle, Texas, Janis Rhoades of Rogers, Arkansas; brothers, Wilburn (Shottie) Bolin of Lonoke, Arkansas and Troy Bolin of England, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
Irene taught herself to sew and was a seamstress by trade. She worked at Kellwood Company in Lonoke, Arkansas for many years before moving to Little Rock, Arkansas, after her husband died in 1982. She worked in alterations for Forsythe's and Feinstein's in Little Rock, Arkansas and finished out her career in alterations at M M Cohn, when it was ''the'' M M Cohn in Little Rock, Arkansas. She loved working there especially when she could get the extra discount once a year and buy the good stuff, meaning designer clothes, which she would never buy before. She retired at the age of 73 and within six months, her hands began to freeze up with the awful rheumatoid arthritis. But she did not let her crippled hands stop her. She could work a safety pin with the best of them and always said ''if you want anything done right, you need to do it yourself''!
She was a member of Landmark Baptist Church in England, Arkansas for many years and loved her church family till the day she died. Her pride and joy was her large family of five brothers and four sisters, but especially her five daughters. When she fell ill she said'' I always wondered why God gave me five girls and now I know why''!
The girls asked that memorials be made to Landmark Baptist Church, P.O. Box 177, England, Arkansas 72046, in lieu of flowers.
Visitation will be 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Landmark Baptist Church in England, Arkansas, prior to the funeral service at 2:00P.M. also at Landmark Baptist Church with Brother David Inzer officiating. Burial will be at Mulberry Cemetery in England, Arkansas with arrangements made by Roller England Funeral Home.
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14 Condolence(s)
Sue Scott Mathis
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Karlyn (Shell) McCullough
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
I was so sorry to hear of your mother’s death. All of you have been remaining in my prayers. What a uniquely sweet comfort for you to know she is with the Lord!
Donald & Sally Wooldridge
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Irene was so interesting to talk with. She was always upbeat and so proud of her "girls" as she called them. I have missed our phone conversations. We are thinking of you all.
Pat Reinhardt
Monday, September 17, 2018
Your mom has always been special to me. She was such a caring and wonderful person. I'm sure with five girls you have many happy memories you will recall from over the years. You will miss her, but you were blessed to have such a loving mom.
With Love,
Pat
Jim and Kerry Lareau
Monday, September 17, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss.
Diana Stewart (Dinky)
Monday, September 17, 2018
Because we love our moms, we don't want them in pain. But knowing they are in God's loving arms gives us comfort. I know you all will miss her. You are all in my prayers.
Maria Fairchild
Sunday, September 16, 2018
Deborah Chambers
Sunday, September 16, 2018
So very sorry to hear of her passing. My sympathy to her family.
Sharon Baker
Sunday, September 16, 2018
My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your precious Mother
Praying for comfort and peace to your family.
Connie Clark Rowe Unger
Sunday, September 16, 2018
Your family has always been very close to the Clark Family. I remember so well my Daddy and Mr Andrew working together. And your parents living across the street on Homan in England. My children always loved him, when his garden was ready he always brought some things to us. And of course Daddy and Mr Andrew were dear friends.
Your Mom was a wonderful lady I have very fond memoyof her. What a special mother God gave you girls. Times will be hard but she is at peace and happy now. Love to you all. Connie Unger
By the way Harold Rowe said to tell you girls y’all were in his prayers
Patty (Murray) Arnold
Saturday, September 15, 2018
Was a neighbor for several years. Loved her and her family dearly. My heart is sad for all. Much love and prayers
Dan and Susan Thomaa
Saturday, September 15, 2018
May God give you peace and comfort. Many prayers for your family. God bless you all.
Joe, Bobbie Smith and family
Saturday, September 15, 2018
May you all feel God’s arms wrapping you in His love! We are sadden by the loss you feel now, but remember all the special family times! She was so precious! We love you !
Paula Greenbaum
Saturday, September 15, 2018
Your mom was a beautiful and kind lady. A wonderful mother and friend,,always had a smile to give.
"A mother's hug lasts long after she lets go". May you all find peace in knowing how you were loved by such a sweet spirit.
Warmest Regards,
Paula