of Little Rock, AR
June 21, 1939 - August 20, 2024
JoAnn Ridout passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2024. JoAnn was born June 21, 1939, in Blackton Arkansas. Her father, Homer Ridout, had moved his family to Blackton to be near his sawmilling and logging business. She was preceded in death by her father, Homer Lindley Ridout, her mother, Melba Pearl Hogue Murray, and her brother, Wayne Edward Ridout. The family soon moved to Des Arc where JoAnn attended Des Arc Schools where she was a cheerleader, a member of the Beta Club, a member of the varsity basketball team and was the first Homecoming Queen at Des Arc High School in 1954.
JoAnn graduated from Des Arc High School in 1957. After graduation, she attended ASU Jonesboro where she received her teaching certificate and subsequently was awarded her Master's Degree from University of Central Arkansas. She returned to her Alma Mater, Des Arc, to teach in the business department until 1976.
JoAnn moved to Searcy in 1977 and joined her father and brother in the Ridout Lumber Company business where she remained until 2002 when she moved to Little Rock after retiring from the lumber business. She attended First Baptist Church in Searcy and upon moving to Little Rock moved her membership to Pulaski Heights Baptist Church which she attended until her passing. She was also a member of the ''Flock of Ages'' Sunday School class to which she was devoted.
She is survived by her children; Cynthia Carpenter of Little Rock and Marvin J. (Cindy) Moore, Jr, of Searcy. Also surviving are her dearly loved Grandchildren who affectionately referred to her as ''Grand''. They are Lindley (Nathan) Kinard of Little Rock; Will (Holly) Moore, John (Caitlyn) Moore, and Andrew (Kate) Moore of Searcy; Rian (Chris) Voyles of Hernando, MS; and Jake (Fariha) O'Bannon of Southhaven, MS. She is also survived by ten great grandchildren. She was dearly loved and recently celebrated her 85th birthday with all in attendance. Others surviving are her sister in law, Robbye Ridout, of Searcy; one niece, Kristen Smith and one nephew, Ross Ridout of Searcy and one niece, Kari Rockwell of Fayetteville. Also left behind is a special friend, Don Blessing.
Visitation will be held at 1pm on Sunday, August 25, at Roller Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy, with service to follow at 2pm. Interment will be in White County Memorial Gardens next to her beloved Father, Homer Ridout.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts in JoAnn's memory and/or Crews Allen Smith's memory be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital; 1 Children's Way, Slot 661; Little Rock, Arkansas 72202.
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40 Condolence(s)
Jim Boggan
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Glenda Gales
Monday, August 26, 2024
I am so sorry to hear this . Joann was a dear classmate of mine. Was always kind and sweet to everybody. I wish I could have been there today. May the comfort and love of Jesus be with all her family and friends.
Kay Logsdon Stone
Sunday, August 25, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. I really liked your mom. I have many fond memories of her! Especially in accounting class.
Phu Ngo
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Ms JoAnne will be dearly missed. I have done JoAnne’s alterations for many years. I’m so sorry for your loss Many prayers for your family.
Rita Mitchell
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Blessings and peace be with all of you!
Cindy, Lindley, and beloveds, we mourn with you . All of us can close our eyes and see Jo Ann’s dazzling smile at the mere mention of any one of you.
She adored you all!!!
She is with God, and God is with you and all of us in comfort.
With love and prayers,
Rita Mitchell
Dianne Woods
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Joann was one of the nicest people I have known. I met her while living at Canal Pointe. She will be missed. Praying for peace and comfort for the family.
Jerry Blackwood
Saturday, August 24, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I loved being around her and Rowena. They are both wonderful and beautiful ladies. I will miss her as I miss Rowena. I enjoyed selling her clothes for her when I had my flea market in Des Arc. May God be with you all in this time of loss.
Richard Cook
Saturday, August 24, 2024
It was my good fortune to have known JoAnn for so many years of her wonderful life. Her energy, integrity, love of family, love of life & special ways were infectious upon all who cared for her. My thoughts of her will continue to bring a smile over me. My condolence to Cindy, Jay and all of her families. JoAnn was a special Lady & will be dearly missed.
Janet and René Koppel
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Dear Cindy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a delight to be with on the beach or by the pool at Southwinds. May your memories of her be for a blessing for you and your family. René and Janet Koppel
Ricky K. Holloway
Saturday, August 24, 2024
CINDY AND JAY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS....SHE WILL BE MISSED
Janet and Randy Hyde
Saturday, August 24, 2024
This is Randy Hyde. I had the honor of being JoAnn’s pastor at Pulaski Heights Baptist for more than two decades. Joann was always a breath of fresh air, direct (you knew what she was thinking because she told you!), but always in a kind way. Janet, who sang with JoAnn in the choir, and I send our sincere condolences to the family. We will always think of JoAnn with deep, deep fondness. God bless.
Retha king
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Sorry for your loss. I will be praying for the family.
Scott Skarda
Saturday, August 24, 2024
So sorry to hear of Ms JoAnns passing. What a sweet lady on the inside and beautiful on the outside. I know she will be greatly missed. My prayers and condolences to all her family.
Jamie Purvis
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Prayers for His peace and comfort to hold you and your families close to Him during this time.
Britt Skarda
Saturday, August 24, 2024
JoAnn was one of my all time favorite teachers with her remarkable gift for making learning an enjoyable experience. Prayers for the entire family.
Terry Tucker
Friday, August 23, 2024
Your mother was a lady of great character. She will be missed.
Margaret Barlow Farrish
Friday, August 23, 2024
Ms. JoAnn was a wonderful person, she taught my accounting class, typing class and shorthand class. She was a great teacher. I am sorry for your loss. She will be missed by all that knew her.
David McIntosh
Friday, August 23, 2024
Jay and Cindy I’m so sorry for your loss. She was one of my favorite teachers and I can still type because of her! You’re in my prayers!
Jennifer Pennington
Friday, August 23, 2024
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Joann was a Special Lady and she brought laughter and joy with her whenever we saw her. I will never forget seeing her one day at a restaurant at the beach and she commented, You don't recognize me with all my clothes on!
We laughed and have used her line many times over the years.
She will be greatly missed by her beach family and friends.
Teresa Dohm Bailey
Friday, August 23, 2024
Cynthia(Cindy)and Jay, so very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of your Mom,she was loved by many
Judy Young
Friday, August 23, 2024
Jay and Cindy,
So sorry to hear about JoAnn she will be missed. We had a lot of fun times at work I smile when I think about her.
Sending hugs and prayers to all.
Love
Judy Young
Joyce Corbin
Friday, August 23, 2024
So sorry for your loss!
Sam Welch, M.D.
Friday, August 23, 2024
We at Pulaski Heights Baptist Church, and The Flock of Ages Sunday School class will miss this lady very much. She always brought a smile and a unique perspective and entertaining thoughts to our class and lessons. We extend prayers for her family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Connie Johnston
Friday, August 23, 2024
Jay and Cindy I’m so sorry to hear about JoAnn’s passing. She taught me a lot in work and life. Prayers for your family.
Ken whiting
Friday, August 23, 2024
Praying for y’all
Donna Austin
Friday, August 23, 2024
I’m so very sorry to hear about JoAnn’s passing. Prayers for the whole family as they deal with this loss.
Vonda Anderson
Friday, August 23, 2024
Ms joann I will miss you coming into Barbara Jean and we would talk. I will miss your smile and your story's. You were a great Lady.
Sonya Henley Butrow
Friday, August 23, 2024
Cindy & Jay - I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Sheryl Roncketto
Friday, August 23, 2024
What a precious soul sending prayers your way during this difficult time
Deborah Beard
Friday, August 23, 2024
The Flock of Ages at PHBC will miss Joann. She could always be counted on to add an interesting thought or question. She was always smiling even when that pesky shoulder was giving her so much trouble. I personally will miss her good humor and wonderful shoes!
Marquita Teague
Friday, August 23, 2024
I'm so very sorry for your family's loss Jay. You All are in my thoughts and prayers for God's strength and comfort always.
Sue Ellen Fincher
Friday, August 23, 2024
I just want to say Joanne will be dearly missed. I’ve done JoAnn‘s hair for the last few years . She was just absolutely adorable and full of spirit and life. She was stubborn and headstrong always a pleasure to be around. I will miss Her dearly . so sorry for your loss, sending love and prayers to your family in this time of need. Joyanne was a light of her own.
Melanie Dawson
Friday, August 23, 2024
Joann was a vibrant person who always lit up the room. She was one of a kind and her prescense will be missed.
Bo Branham
Friday, August 23, 2024
She was so very special . Loved her and her family. Many prayers for the famy.
Carolyn Pitts Roller
Friday, August 23, 2024
She was one of my favorite teachers. Prayers for her family.
Marie Holloway
Friday, August 23, 2024
Words cannot express how very sorry I am for your loss and heartbreak during this time ((((HUGS))))
David Cato
Friday, August 23, 2024
What a beautiful lady inside and out. We had many fun times as we were always laughing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and host of friends.
I will miss my courageous jovial friend.
Patti Crow
Friday, August 23, 2024
Praying for the family.
Christine
Friday, August 23, 2024
Cindy, we will certainly miss your sweet Mom. She was a special part of our Barbara Jean family. May God bless your family during this difficult time. We sure will miss her!
Susan Allen
Thursday, August 22, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss, I am praying for the family, God will comfort you!