of Barton, AR
May 29, 1932 - August 10, 2024
Woody Von Kanel, 92, of Barton, Arkansas passed away early Saturday, August 10, 2024. Ms. Woody, as most everyone knew her, was born on May, 29, 1932 in Wardell, Arkansas to the late Franklin Robert Ernest Dean and Gracie Floy Kelly (m) Dean. She was of the Christian faith and served the Lord as a longtime member of Barton Baptist Church in Barton, Arkansas. Woody worked as a Barton High School secretary for approximately thirty years until her retirement.
She was a loving wife, daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend. Her family was everything; she cherished the holidays when they crowded her home with love and celebration. Working in her yard, reading and talking on the phone were some of her favorite pastimes. She was a wonderful ''Mimi'' and her beautiful smile warmed the hearts of everyone who knew her. She will be profoundly missed and forever loved by those lucky enough to have been a part of her life.
Woody Von Kanel is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Gracie Dean; her husband, Raymond Von Kanel and her six sisters.
She is survived by her children, Cindy Beard (Darrell) of Batesville, Arkansas, Mike Von Kanel (Denice) of Fairfeild Bay, Arkansas and Nancy Inman of Goshen, Arkansas; eleven grandchildren; twenty-two great grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, along with special friends, David Bagley, Sue Leifer and JB Jones.
Pallbearers will be Lisa Taylor, David Huffman, Nathan Huffman, Rachel Richardson, Ben Von Kanel, Amy Von Kanel, Chuck Simmons, Greg Simmons, Mike Simmons, Matt Inman and Nicholas Inman.
The family asked that in lieu of flowers, donations could be made to a favorite charity.
A Graveside will be held at Sunset Memorial Park Thursday, August, 15, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. The service will be worked by the staff of Roller-Citizens. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena
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14 Condolence(s)
Doug & Cassie Turner
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Woody was a wonderful friend to the Turner’s. Something I remember when I married Doug. She and Chris had a great friendship. They grew up as Mom’s together! Woody and Chris were fun to be around! Doug and I are so sorry for your loss. What memories you have.
Evelyn Whitted Griffin
Friday, August 16, 2024
Remembering Mrs. Woody, a wonderful cheerful lady full of love and joy. My condolences to her family.
Gloria Estes
Friday, August 16, 2024
My prayers are with the family at the passing of Ms. Woody. She was a wonderful, beautiful, joyful person.
Be assure, we will join her at the throne of God, where she is at this very moment praising Him.
Jenise Laureles McGee
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Prayers for all of Mrs. Woodys family. May God be with you during this time. She was a very sweet dear lady that made a difference in a lot of students life at Barton. She definitely made Barton High School a better place for all the students that had an honor to be there when she worked there.
Jack Bradford
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Mrs Woody was a special friend to our family. My mother always spoke very highly of her. Condolences to her family. We love you all very much.
Mary Bryant Henderson
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
I was blessed to work with Mrs Woody for several years at Barton Baptist Church, what a privilege! She always had a big smile and was fun to be around so I am sure she was smiling as Jesus swung open the pearly gates and welcomed his precious Angel home. Praying for family and friends left behind. Love you Ms Woody, Mary Bryant Henderson
Gloria Estes
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
My prayers are with the family at the passing of Ms. Woody. She was a wonderful, beautiful, joyful person.
Be assure, we will join her at the throne of God, where she is at this very moment praising Him.
Kathy Snyder
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Mike, Nancy and Cindy, so sorry for the passing of your dear mom. May God comfort all your family.
Jerry Bradford
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Miss Woody's passing. She was such a friendly person. She will be missed.
Danny and Pat Patton
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
A very sweet and special lady has entered Heaven to rejoice with Jesus. May God touch each of her family with comfort and strength during this time of loss. Cindy, we are lifting you in prayer as well as Mike and Nancy.
Nancy Reeves
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Prayers for you all Cindy, Mike and Nancy. May you all feel Gods comfort at this time of great loss. I will never forget her, she always had a smile and a positive word for me.
J.B. Jones
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Never a sweeter lady than Miss Woody. Sure do miss her.
Missy Ishmael
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Miss Woody was a lovely lady, and I know she will be missed .
Diane Chism Karr
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Your family is on my heart and in my prayers. Deepest condolences to you all at this sad news.