of Little Rock, AR
May 28, 1951 - April 13, 2023
Elizabeth Irene Pinkerton-Draper entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on April 13, 2023. Elizabeth was born on May 28, 1951 in Little Rock, AR to Tommie Pinkerton and Gertrude Young-Pinkerton. Elizabeth (aka-Libby) married Danny Draper on May 9, 1970. They had a wonderful and loving marriage for fifty-two years, eleven months and four days, working together in ministry.
Libby was preceded in death by her mother and father. Survivors include her husband, Danny; son, Jason Draper; two granddaughters, Abbey and Madeline whom she absolutely adored and whom she spoiled rotten when they were small. Son, Jeff (Kelli) Draper; sister, Polly Rowell; brothers, Fred Pinkerton, Tommie Pinkerton and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and an innumerable host of friends.
Libby was a member of Faith Freewill Bible Church in Little Rock. She also played a vital role as pastor's wife at the Church of the Word Biker Church in East End for over ten years. Libby was an active member of the Christian Motorcyclist Association for 31 years. She is a former member of ABATE of AR and served on the board of Arkansas Biker's for Children, raising equipment funding for Arkansas Children's Hospital and a published writer.
Libby was also a talented quilter. When she wanted a new sewing machine, a new quilting frame or associated equipment she would tell Danny what she wanted to buy. Danny was a wise man and never objected to her wants because allowing her to buy what she wanted, gave him an excuse to buy chrome for his motorcycle.
Words could never adequately express appreciation for the great staff at Baptist Health Hospice who provided comfort, encouragement and support for Libby during the last two months of her life. Especially Dee-Dee and Barbara.
The family will receive visitors at 7:00pm Friday, April 21, 2023 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home. Service will be at 10:00am Saturday, at Faith Freewill Bible Church, Little Rock and burial will follow in Wood family cemetery.
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63 Condolence(s)
Roland Robinson
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Hello ole friend.
Libby was one of those people that I knew was a nicer person than me and most others. The world is a kinder place because she was among us. Our thoughts and prayers go with you and yours.
Trisha Nease
Friday, April 21, 2023
Libby, for someone that has been in my life for such a very short time, you sure managed to make an impact on me in a major way. Your faithfulness and service to God inspired me in ways that I didn’t get to tell you about before you left. You have given me advice and love that I will treasure forever. Your love for Danny always amazed me.
Danny and you are the example of a Christ-centered marriage that I pray to have one day. Thank you for being there for me and listening to me. Love you always, Libby.
Dalenda Foster
Friday, April 21, 2023
Danny I am sorry for your loss! It is just something we say when your heart is hurting, but you know her love and her heart will always be with you. She is at home with her Father in no pain. I loved Libby and her out look what god could do for us, and her faith. We all will miss her .
Mary Elizabeth Webb
Friday, April 21, 2023
Danny, thank you for sharing Libby with us on our trips to the beach. We had so much fun together. I laughed so hard at one of Libby’s performances, my face hurt the next day. She outdid Marty with her Bend and Snap routine, and the way she laughed after the routine makes me laugh every time I hear it. I am hoping we will have a Bend and Snap competition later tomorrow. I will send you a video if we do. Libby inspired me to dig deeper in my bible, not by preaching to me, but by living in the way. She will be missed until we are. Reunited.
Joyce and Carl Mcclellan & Terry
Friday, April 21, 2023
Will be missed by all.
Sharon Taylor
Friday, April 21, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I know her family meant the world to her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gina and Terry Fulmer
Friday, April 21, 2023
Danny, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We always enjoyed getting to work with Libby during Arkansas bikers for children. May God be with each of you during this time in need.
Walter Murray
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Libby was always kind and a precious lady, she will be missed. R.I.P.
Rev.William(Papa) Cooney
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Heart felt gratitude for Mrs libby prayers for you Danny and your entire family may the Lord bless you with comfort and strength on this journey.
Sherry Gambrell
Thursday, April 20, 2023
I miss my Best Friend Forever (BFF) so much. You will always be with me. So many memories of fun time, long phone conversations and sharing our life together. I know you are no longer suffering and your resting in the arms of our Savior. Love you forever.
Carolyn Butler
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Love you all.
Dona Stevens Mize
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Mr. Draper and family, I am terribly saddened to learn of Miss Libby’s passing. She always brightened my day at the bank. I love you all and I’m praying during this time of loss and grieving.
Laura Stiles Kew
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Libby’s passing. She was a very sweet lady and will be missed by so many! We love and miss you! Prayers of peace for your family! -Laura Anne Stiles-Kew
Annita & Earl Paul
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
To work with Danny and to know Libby was to witness a love for each other, and for Jesus that manifested itself as service to others. You guys are an inspiration for us. We look forward to seeing the two of you in HIS presence.
Becky Blackard
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Danny and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. We have three wonderful thoughts to live by - we know where she is, we know she is well now and we know that we will see her again. Praise the Lord! Love and prayers for all!
Lois sikes
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
She is one of a kind. The best servant of the Lord I've ever known. I am blessed to have known her.
Jan Woodall
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Her speech was always positive
If somebody spoke negativity or gossip she responded with grace and humor, turning the conversation around.
Casey and Dawson Robbins
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Dawson and I absolutely loved Libby. We have so many fond memories with her. She is the one who got me started teaching childrens church and I’ll forever be grateful for her encouraging me in that role. I know she touched the heart of so many little ones with Lessons of Jesus. We may not be blood related but I’ll always view Libby as an “adopted†grandparent.
She will be greatly missed.
My love and prayers go out to all the amazing Draper-Pinkerton family.
Carol Robbins
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Libby
I'm so sorry for your loss. I meet Libby Thur Fred I fell in love with this family and Libby will be miss
Danny you and the family will be in my prayers.
Love Carol
Jennifer Story
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Libby's smile and welcoming spirit will be greatly missed here on earth. She was a sweetheart...
Richards Honda Yamaha
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The staff of Richards Honda Yamaha
Bob & Debbie Stutler
Monday, April 17, 2023
So sorry for your loss Danny. You and all family are in our prayers.
Rebecca Elnore
Monday, April 17, 2023
So sorry for your lost. She was a very special lady and will be missed dearly.
Nicholas Hatcher
Monday, April 17, 2023
Hello Danny I'm sorry 😔 for your family's loss , but Libby got her wings no more pain she's whole again Amen, I always love coming to the church of the word on Friday bible study.
She will be missed but not forgotten
Larry Dawson
Sunday, April 16, 2023
We want to extend our condolences to you and your entire family. We are so sorry for your loss. Larry Dawson and family.
Candace Kay Hardin
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Danny, my heart is heavy for you. Libby was so sweet. She probably thought we were a crazy lunch bunch when she would come join you and us for lunch at BHNLR! It was always great to see her by your side. I so wish this was not so for you. You are in my heart and prayers. --Kay
Mary Venable
Saturday, April 15, 2023
So very sorry to see this. Prayers for the family. I knew her and Danny from River of Life in Mablevale, , AR many years ago. Danny was my Sunday School teacher then. What a reunion it will be one day soon rejoicing with our families in heaven.
Lynn Woodall
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Dear Danny, you and your family are in our prayers for comfort and peace. Libby was an exceptional woman, loving the Lord and her family. We haven’t been close in our adult years but I have so many memories of our childhood. We went to church together and every Sunday us kids would spend the day together either at the Ellis household or the Pinkerton. Libby had a great personality. I am so sorry she had to suffer, but we all know that she is rejoicing in Heaven now. God bless you all. Love Lynn
Joan Forrester
Saturday, April 15, 2023
So sorry to hear this. Comfort prayers for all the Family. I, Joan, Susan, Billy, and Linda are the children of Bill and Bernice (Young) Wade. Gertrude visited often with our Mother.â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Drifter Paul&Loretta Matthews,and all the drifters
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Our Thoughts,and Prayer's Go out To Danny and his Family During this time of sorrow,and to Mrs Libby for being a part of our lives,the laughter,smiles,directions,and being their for everybody,we say thank you,you will surely be missed,but never forgotten.you will be in our hearts forever
Ken Beck
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Anyone who ever meet you Ms.Libby could see the light you gave off or they were blind. The void you left can't be filled and the loss felt can only be soothed by knowing that one day we will be in your presence again till then dear Lady Farewell
Cindy Stinson
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Jeff, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know I will be praying for peace and comfort that only God can give.
Buford and Emily Boggs
Saturday, April 15, 2023
DD you are in our prayers. We love you and Libby and will forever remember all of the fun, laughter and friendship we have shared over the years. God certainly gave you a diamond and we are blessed that you shared her with us.
Juni Richardson
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Such an example of a Christian ladies path- that would be hard to follow in her footsteps but be always desired to acheive. So faithful and loving. And giving.. Prayers for you Danny and lots of love.
Paul& Loretta Matthews,&All the Drifters.
Saturday, April 15, 2023
our condolence's,and prayer's go out to Danny and the family,in this time of sorrow.and our thank's to libby,for all the caring ,smile's, and wisdom she shared with us through the years,you will surely be missed,but never out of our hearts,REST IN PEACE SWEET LADY,
Rhonda Calkins
Saturday, April 15, 2023
When Jackie brought me to the first CMA rally, you were working the entrance booth. Your smile was infectious! You always treated everyone like family and to this day I still feel that way. I loved the rides over the years and working the coffee table, handing out tracks and anything else you needed us to do. I’m so happy you are in your perfect body and not in pain anymore! You and Danny will always have a special place in my heart!!! 💖
Jan Davis
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Libby was a blessing to all. I loved sitting and talking with her before church, she will be missed.
Jeff Draper
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Mother.
Robert Foley
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Mrs. Libby will be greatly missed. Pastor Danny the Heavenly Riders are here for you.. RIL BEAUTIFUL lady. Robert and Annette Foley
Rick n Sharon Gilbert
Friday, April 14, 2023
Our hearts ache at this loss 25 years ago she came into our lives and into our hearts Brother Danny we send you our â¤ï¸ love I know she will be missed She brought a light to us all RIP Ms Libby 🙠â¤ï¸
Glenda (Young) Tankersley
Friday, April 14, 2023
I did not know she was sick. I loved the stuff she wound put on Facebook. Now she is with JESUS!!!
Kenneth urrow
Friday, April 14, 2023
Danny so many are going to miss Libby.
Praying for you and your family.
Wishing you His Joy and Peace
Chappie
Friday, April 14, 2023
DD,
May the Lord Jesus bless and keep you and your family during this time of grief. She was a wonderful person who touched many lives. It was always obvious her passion to help. I am glad and honored to have known her.
Charlene Johnson
Friday, April 14, 2023
Libby I'll always be praying for Bro Danny and all of ur family and friends. You will be greatly missed.
Melvinand LINDA HALSTEAD
Friday, April 14, 2023
Ansel&Kathy Wyllia
Friday, April 14, 2023
I new libby From high school and Danny for quite some time. She will be missed by many. Prayers for you Danny and your family.
John Guess
Friday, April 14, 2023
Judith and Gerald Hammock
Friday, April 14, 2023
So thankful for the life Libby lived. She’s with the Jesus that she loved so much but she will be greatly missed.
Jesse Funderburg
Friday, April 14, 2023
Such a beautiful soul. I will always remember Libby as a strong, kind woman who used to treat me nice whenever I visited her home as a kid from a dysfunctional family and cheap cloths on. she never judged me and was always compassionate. she epitomized Christian love. she will be missed and never forgotten.
Carol Wadley
Friday, April 14, 2023
I am the proud owner of one of Libby’s lap quilts and I will cherish it always. She made one every year and we would excitedly draw names for it on our annual beach trip. Libby made lots of lap quilts. I think we all eventually got our own quilt. Libby was funny, sweet and loving. I will miss her greatly.
Michael Beard
Friday, April 14, 2023
I’m so grateful for Libby taking care of Faira while we in church. She was always so very nice to me.
Sydney Cooper
Friday, April 14, 2023
She was a blessing for many of us. She was my spiritual advisor. I loved and respected her dearly. See you soon.
Rodney Young
Friday, April 14, 2023
Libby was a wonderful cousin and was always nice to me even though I was a little brat 😂 but I will always remember her kindness 😊 praise God she is home at last!
Linda (Davis) Branum
Friday, April 14, 2023
I am sorry to learn of her passing & thankful to have met her at the Young Reunions a few years ago. I am a daughter of Ollie Young Davis. Who was a sister to Levi Young, her only brother.
Marianne Finan
Friday, April 14, 2023
Libby you and I had a special kinship that was a joy to me. I loved being with you every time I had the opportunity and the pleasure was all mine. I always will feel blessed to be able to call you my sister and friend. Girl I bet you got your singing voice back now. I will see you soon. Love
Debbie Rowell
Friday, April 14, 2023
Sorry for the loss of your loved one. I didn't know Libby well, but am friends of Polly & Amy. Debbie Rowell.
Elizabeth Deering
Friday, April 14, 2023
I knew Libby for a long time and loved her. I have many fond memories with her. As my pastors wife and friend she was always there for me. She will be dearly missed. I love you Danny and the rest of the family and y'all are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet McCue
Friday, April 14, 2023
RIP dear cousin. You are now in the hands of our Heavenly Father.
Stephen jukes
Friday, April 14, 2023
Heart felt loss for Danny. Libby was very special lady. She supported Danny in his ministry and she did her own as well. If you met her she would make you feel special. Her love of God was written all over her. Gonna miss her greatly, God had received special angel.
Jackie stone
Friday, April 14, 2023
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for Danny and rest of family
Mary Jackson
Friday, April 14, 2023
Libby had such a beautiful soul and a beautiful smile. Libby and Danny have been my friends for many years. Libby made me a quilt from my fathers shirts after he passed. I will treasure it forever. As I will our memories ♥ï¸
Jason Draper
Friday, April 14, 2023
I love you so much, you have been my rock, my advisor, my protector, my precious mother. Thank you for always loving me even when I disappointed you. My heart is broken, but I rejoice knowing you're in the presence of the Lord. I don't know how I'm going to go on without you, but I know that I must. You will always be in my heart until I see you once again, when there will be no more pain, suffering, or sorrow. I love you mom.
Holly Elliott
Friday, April 14, 2023
Libby was so sweet to me and my mother. I didn’t know her long but loved her as if I had forever! I know she’s teaching Jesus to quilt now