of North Little Rock, AR
July 29, 1942 - November 23, 2022
Jamie (Mary Jane) Hunkapiller, age 80, of North Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. She was born on Wednesday, July 29, 1942, in Elaine, Arkansas to the late Alonzo and Lottie Talley Mann. She was a member of the Catholic Newman Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She enjoyed spending time with her grandson.
She is survived by her daughters, Dr. Terry Hunkapiller (David Durr) of North Little Rock, Arkansas, Dr. Rhonda Hunkapiller of Cabot, Arkansas; two grandsons, Josh Stepka, and David Durr III; granddaughter, Mary Claire Durr; brother, Johnny Mann (Sharon) of Amarillo, Texas; sister, Patsy Everhart (Freddy) of Cabot, Arkansas; special friend, Brenda Guthrie of West Helena, Arkansas.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Paul Hunkapiller, her parents; sisters, Georgia Jones, Genece Crumby, Velma Bray, Bobbie Hall; brothers, Billy Ray Mann, and Elmer Mann.
A Memorial service for Jamie Hunkapiller will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Helena, Arkansas on Wednesday, December 14, 2022. A Rosary will be held at 10:00 a.m. and the Mass following at 10:30. Father Gilbert Tairo, CSSp and Father James Ibeh, CSSp will be officiating.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60601.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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10 Condolence(s)
Edie Sanford
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Terry and family I am so sorry for your loss of your mom. I enjoyed working for Jamie as a work-study student in the financial aide department at PCCUA. She was a good friend.
Zada Hart Gates
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Dear Terry , Rhonda and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your mother’s death. When you were able to be at my mother’s funeral with Nola, you may have heard me say there really is no other death like losing your mother. I believe they become our angels in a different way. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. With love,
Zada Lynn
Glenn & Linda Hall
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
I will always remember Aunt Mary Jane with her smile. No words can take away the grief and sense of loss you, your family, and Rhonda, but take comfort in knowing she in HEAVEN with your dad, my parents and other loved ones. I will pray Terry for you and your family can find peace and comfort knowing God is with you in this time of loss. Love You
Darleen Frizzell
Friday, December 9, 2022
So sorry for your loss. I’m thinking and praying for you and Rhonda during this difficult time.
Daniel and Wanda Henson
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
So sorry to hear about Ms. Jamie. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you...cherish those great memories you have...
She was a special lady!
We lived across the street from her and Mr. Paul on Leifer St. in West Helena. We had some great visits and will never forget her story about the racoon visiting her in the middle of the night! And our boys loved to eat their blackberries!
Laurie McLendon
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Terry and family:
I’m so I sorry about your mom.
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Laurie McLendon
Barbra Stevenson
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Terry and Rhonda, I was so sorry to hear that Jamie had passed. She and I worked together for many years at Phillips College when she lived in West Helena. I will continue to keep you, Rhonda, Josh, and David in my prayers.
Karen Herrington
Monday, December 5, 2022
Fond memories of Jamie. Family is in my prayers.
Sue Helton
Pat Williams
Monday, December 5, 2022
Terry and Rhonda - I was so sorry to hear about losing your mother. She was a dear, sweet lady with a wonderful sense of humor. Looks like I am the only Bruce Street mother left and I miss all of the mothers and of course all of you kids. Love you always.
Michele Sellers
Monday, December 5, 2022
Terry and Rhonda I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was such a sweet lady when we worked together. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time for all of you.