of Mountain Home, AR
June 22, 1930 - February 21, 2022
Dorothy Jean Paden, age 91, of Mountain Home, Arkansas passed away Monday February 21, 2022 in Mountain Home.
Dorothy was born June 22, 1930 in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Hiram and Lillian (Sullivan) Shaddox.
Dorothy Paden was a Christian mother and loving wife of 68 years. She dedicated her life to the Lord Jesus Christ, her husband "Dub", and her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. One of her sayings was "if you know better, you should do better".
Her pride and joy outside the family were her 2nd grade kids she taught at Yellville-Summit schools all her working years. She kept track of all of her students for years and continued to follow them in their activities and sports. She focused on children's need and this is why we encourage donations for children's homes which support a Christian based home to raise children with no parents or poor home situations.
Dorothy graduated high school from Western Grove, attended Arkansas Tech University and was homecoming queen in 1954, graduating with a Bachelors degree in elementary education. She moved to Yellville in 1961 with her husband Robert to open a drugstore on the square, which began a new phase of life.
The Yellville community accepted them and they both treasured this over the years. Dorothy had deep friendships with many that lasted over her lifetime. She was raised in Western Grove, but she considered Yellville her true and lasting home. Her friendships follow her all the days of her life.
Her life was a symbol of encouragement for others, since her days on earth were spent for other's benefit. Holding faith in God's word and trust in others, she encouraged all to be their very best. No matter your station in life, excel and help others.
Dorothy was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ; she was teacher of the year in 1989 at Yellville-Summit school; known for her infamous brownies and lemonade and corn bread sticks; she enjoyed a game of kickball up to the age of 85.
Dorothy Paden was humble and kind, but also a game changer for a lot of people. If you knew her, you are truly blessed. The family and the entire community will deeply miss her influence and smile.
Dorothy is survived by her husband Robert "Dub" Paden of Mountain Home; her sons: Mark (Melanie) Paden, Tim (Connie) Paden, Matt (Michele) Paden all of Mountain Home; Janet Paden of Yellville; two brothers: Jim (Mary Lou) Shaddox of Van Buren, Missouri; Curt (Reba) Shaddox of Harrison, Arkansas; her sister-in-law Jeanette Shaddox of Harrison, Arkansas; seven grandchildren: Kyle Parkinson, Kacy (Parkinson) Termini, Callie (Paden) Hendricks, Michael Paden, Lucas Paden, Ashlyn Paden, McKenzie Paden, and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Betty Cowell, and two brothers: Bob Shaddox, and Bill Shaddox.
Visitation will be noon - 1:00 pm, Saturday February 26, 2022 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville.
Funeral service will be 1:00 pm Saturday February 26, 2022 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home Chapel with Bryan Jefferson and Scotty Jefferson officiating.
Interment will follow at Layton Cemetery in Yellville.
Pallbearers will be her grandchildren.
Honorary pallbearers will be Lou Annis Kelley and Carolyn Avey.
Memorials may be made to Children's Home Inc. at www.childrenshome.org or click on the link provided on the sidebar.
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43 Condolence(s)
Sandy Myers-Gomez
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
You are all in my prayers. Dorothy was such a beautiful soul, her kindness is what I remember best. She was such a wonderful caring teacher, one of my very favorite.
joe and Linda Smith
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, she must have been so proud of all of you.
Lynda McCallie Daniel
Monday, February 28, 2022
Dorothy was the reason I taught in Yellville. In the spring of 1978, I came for an interview. The first teacher I met was Mrs. Paden. That was all I needed. I knew immediately I wanted to be on her team. Even though she was second grade and I was Kindergarten, we spent a lot of time together. She was a joy to be around. She was such a professional and you always knew how much her students meant to her. I feel blessed that I knew her and was able to spend so much time with her. She was truly one of a kind and can never be replaced. Prayers to her family.
Kyle and Lynn McAlister
Monday, February 28, 2022
Tim, Connie, Michael, Lucas and Ashlyn,
We are so sorry about Mrs Dorothy. She was an amazing woman. She was always so kind any time we saw her. I know she loved her family, too.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Sonya Lincoln
Sunday, February 27, 2022
Tim, Connie and the entire family, please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. Praying for strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Deborah Ware Marceleno
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Prayers for peace and comfort for your family
Sheree collie
Saturday, February 26, 2022
So sorry to hear prayers are with you all during this time .
Robert Shaddox and Julie Pryzant
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Aunt Dorothy will be missed. Dub, Janet, Mark, Tim, Matt & families, we are thinking of you.
Scotty Jefferson
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Dorothy was such a wonderful person and she had she had so much compassion for everyone she met. She was a huge influence in my childhood and in so many others too. She was a devout Christian and she showed it to all. Dorothy and Robert Paden will always be pillars of the Yellville community. Prayers for all of the family in this difficult time.
Christy Lawrence
Saturday, February 26, 2022
Dorothy was truly a worker for the Lord and a servant to her neighbor. May God bless each of you with peace and comfort in knowing she lived for Jesus.
Ken & Susan Shaddox
Friday, February 25, 2022
Our deepest sympathy to Uncle Dub, Janet, Mark, Tim, Matt & families.
Leanna McCutchen
Friday, February 25, 2022
Dearest Janet,
You have my deepest sympathy. I know exactly what you are feeling and going through right now. Mothers were our first homes, our best friends, and always there for us. Know I care and will pray God helps you through this time of heart wrenching grief.
Love & Prayers my friend
Josephine Dodd
Friday, February 25, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Dorothy and I were teenage friends and basketball rivals between Western Grove and Bruno, Our lives touched again in Yellvillle - we were friends, We both lived in Mountain Home in our retirement years. We were lifelong friends. My thoughts are with the family.
Debbie Godwin
Friday, February 25, 2022
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Debbie Home Bound Medical.
Sue Dodd Moll
Friday, February 25, 2022
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing! Praying for comfort during this difficult time .
Tammy Starkey
Friday, February 25, 2022
My heart goes out to Janet, Mark, Matt, Tim, and Mr. Paden. Doug and I send our sincere condolences and prayers for you all in the coming days.
I had the pleasure of teaching first grade alongside your Mom, in second grade, and reaped the benefits of her knowledge, but most importantly, her compassion, towards “her†students. She was always gentle and protective with her class and told me the importance of making each child feel her love. I always remembered her telling me that loving them was more important than anything else we did. What a wonderful example for teachers!
Praying for you all. ♥ï¸
Dustin P Horton
Thursday, February 24, 2022
So sorry for your loss she always helped me in school what a sweet lady she is
Sara Gilliland
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Janet and all the family,
Your mom was such a special
lady and teacher. When I started
teaching at Yellville, I immediately
noticed the love she had for her students and others. She also gave me a few tips to help with my first grade students.
What a sweet loving lady, but her legacy will live on through you, her
familyâ£ï¸
Sara
Cay Davenport
Thursday, February 24, 2022
All of you are in our hearts and prayers.
Dsanny/Petra Pershall
Thursday, February 24, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have always enjoyed visiting with your Mom and Dad anytime that we ran into them in the community. Our prayers are with you!
Paula Haynes Melton
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
I have many wonderful childhood memories at Dorothy and Robert’s (in town and out South 14). Dorothy was a blessing and her legacy will continue through her family and friends. Thank you, Dorothy Paden, for being such a precious friend. Thank you, family, for sharing her. Love to all of you.
Laura B England
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Dear Janet and family,
It is with a heavy heart that I send my deepest sympathies to all of you. Loved visiting with Mrs. Paden at the hair salon. She was a precious woman and a joy to know. May you all be comforted in Jesus Name!
Laura England
Peggy Turner
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Prayers to Paden family she was a beautiful woman. Matt sounds like her. Matt God Bless you
Johnnie Ruth Davenport
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
The memory of Dorothy I like best is being at her class Christmas party at Yellville elementary. She opened each child’s gift to her, holding it up while she described why she loved it. She hugged each child as she sincerely thanked them for their gift. The kids beamed and felt special. That was always her intent in any interaction with a child. We were all blessed by her example. ♥ï¸
John Svendsen
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Our heart goes out to all the family and friends and all those who knew and loved Dorothy. It has been 30-40 years since I last shared time and bread with Dorothy and family but some people you never forget -- Dorothy was one such person. She was a wonderful mother, a caring Christian, and a friend to all in need.
Amy Brown
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
I will always how welcoming Dorothy was when I became part of the faculty. She was inspiring all the years we taught together. Her family has been truly blessed having such a strong loving mother.
Shirley Ply
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
So sorry for this families loss. She was a beautiful person, inside and out.
Vicki ( Shipman) Dean
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
So sorry for the loss of your sweet Mom. My love to all of you. Vicki Dawn
Paula Jackson
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
There aren’t enough superlatives to describe Dorothy! She truly loved her students and never forgot them. Any time I saw her, she would ask about my daughter, one of her former 2nd graders. Her smile and kind spirit will be remembered and missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers for comfort are with all of you.
April Helmke
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Dorthy will always be remembered for being a positive influence to her students and in this community. She loved to remind me of the things I said to her as a little girl in her 2nd grade class. I valued her character...she will be missed.
Praying for God's comfort to the Paden family.
Mike and Donna Benton Treat
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Janet,Mark,Tim,Matt and Robett and all the family
So sorry for your loss. Dorothy was always so friendly and kind everytime I saw her We would always visit and enjoy a good laugh together. I pray God give you peace at this sorrowful time ðŸ™â¤
TIm Beaver
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Such a delightful lady in the truest sense. She was a tremendous blessing to everyone who's life she touched. Cherish the wonderful memories and keep her legacy living.
Melba Sharp Kansaki
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Dorothy was a beautiful woman and teacher.â¤ï¸
Sally (Sanders) Gladden
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
My heart aches for the loss of this treasure...What an amazing soul she was! I'll never forget the best 2nd grade teacher!!
Janell Keeter Schroeder
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Matt, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mom. She will be missed by so many! My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this difficult time.
Bonnie Sillivan Horn
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Steve Morrow and Clarene
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Robert and Dorothy are like family to me, she will be missed, prayers for her family
Carolyn Avey
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
I am truly blessed to have had Dorothy as my dear friend. She set a Christian example for those of us who loved her to follow. I miss her and send condolences to her loving husband (Dub) and all of her family.
Marla Walker
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Mrs. Paden was a wonderfully kind woman. Matt and I were both in her class in 2nd grade and loved having her as a teacher. She was so encouraging to me as a student, and I admired how pretty she always looked. I especially remember her pretty scarves. Mrs. Paden always seemed interested in my life no matter how long it had been between our visits. We will be praying for your family during this time. I know you have many wonderful memories to treasure.
Vicki
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
my heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Dorothy was a friend, a fellow Christian
she taught my son in 2nd grade , went to church with her for years. She will be remembered.
Ann Jones
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Dorthy was a mentor and friend when I taught second grade at Yellville. She was calm, dependable, and happy. Working with Dorthy was wonderful
Lou Annis Kelley
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
My love and heartfelt sympathy for the family.â¸
Bryan Jefferson
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Terrific woman! Such a huge part of my childhood. Never forget all the great times and all the encouragement she gave me over the years at funerals and such. What a friend to my mom and all of us. A true Christian lady.