of Searcy, AR
October 3, 1931 - October 29, 2022
Lela May Vire, 91, went to be with the Lord on October 29, 2022 surrounded by her family. Her feisty and loving nature that touched so many will continue to live for years to come. She was born in Searcy, Arkansas on October 3, 1931 to the late Elmer and Elva (McFadden) Ferren.
Lela was born to be a homemaker and take care of others. She took great pride in supporting her husband Raymond during his Air Force military commitment. During his career, the family moved around the United States and other areas around the world. She was an avid church attender and went to church at Searcy First Assembly every time the doors were open. She enjoyed her gardening and almost every inch of her yard was covered with plants or flowers. Lela enjoyed cooking, when anyone came to visit she would start a meal as soon as they arrived, either for family or friends and you did not leave hungry. One of her greatest treasures was celebrating birthdays with her grandkids. She was also a "Gaither Fan" and enjoyed the last few days listening to their music.
Her husband, Raymond, preceded her in death in 2001 after fifty-one years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Ray Void (Buddy), Marvin Ferren and Dean Ferren; one sister, Mildred Henderson and two grandchildren, Ronald Anthony Vire and Melinda Dawn Vire.
She is survived by her son, Ronald Vire; daughters, Katie (Lewis) Liljeberg and Barbara Vire; brothers and sisters, Carl (Marlene) Ferren, Alvin (Gloria) Ferren, Katie (Charles) Hunter, Velma (Louie) Reed and Peggy Mendenhall; grandchildren, Vince (Terry) Vire, Keith (Ashley) Pierson, Kyle (Courtney) Pierson and Raymond (Josie) Young; five great-grandchildren, Faith Vire, Joel Vire, Cheynne Pierson, Wesley Pierson and Beau Pierson; also a host of other family and friends.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy. Funeral Service will be 10:00AM Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Searcy First Assembly. Interment will follow at White County Memorial Gardens.
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11 Condolence(s)
Charlotte Ferren
Saturday, August 12, 2023
LilaMae gave up her time to care for my Mother Eunice when she was in dire need! And, after my Mother went to be with Jesus….She, was always there to uplift me when I felt all alone in this Big World and had, I felt, no one else who really cared! Thanks LilaMae, for the Unconditional Love You always gave to Heidi-Marie Ferren and to myself Charlotte Ferren!!!😔😥ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸
Carolyn Harlan
Thursday, November 3, 2022
Your mom was such a sweet lady, always had a ready smile. Praying for her family and friends as you say goodbye for now.
Renee Ferren Rast
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet Momma! I know she has that big beautiful smile on her face in Heaven.
Velma Reed
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Lela was my oldest sister, but she was a treasure I will always cherish.
The Claytons
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
It was an honor to be her friend !! Oh how I loved visiting with her, listening to her stories, & all the cooking lessons she gave me !!
So lucky to be able to help take care of her , spend time with her family she loved so much!!
Clayton family sends love & prayers!
Helen Frost
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
I feel your loss deeply. Lela was a special cousin and spread joy to all around her. She will be sorely missed by all. But thankful she is no suffering. My prayers for all the family!
Sue Vire D
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Aunt Lelamae was a kind and loving woman. May she rest in heavenly peace through out eternity.
Don Vire
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Aunt Lela was a special person and the world is a lesser place without her. I am sorry that I won’t be able to mourn with my cousins and friends but you can be assured that my heart will be there with you. My deep condolences to Ronnie, Katie and Barbara and all others.
Nolen family
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Sorry for your loss
Tim & Anita Sawyer & Family
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Mrs. Lela will be missed by many including us. Love and prayers for the entire family. We pray you each find comfort in knowing she is with Jesus.
Katie & Louis Liljeberg
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Mom,
We loved you very much and know you are happy to be in Heaven with Daddy.
Love
Katie Lynn & Louis