of Imboden, AR

August 6, 1933 - December 14, 2024

Christine Sullivan, age 91, of Imboden, Arkansas passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at her daughter-in-law's home in West Memphis, Arkansas. She was born on August 6, 1933 near Gilmore, Arkansas to Dee and Martha Jones.

Affectionately known as the ''fried pie lady'', Christine devoted her life to serving others and supporting her community. She was actively involved in numerous organizations, including Foster Parent programs, Civitan, EHC Club, Boy Scouts, the American Cancer Society and the Humane Society. A passionate advocate for children and education, she volunteered as a CASA advocate and read to students at the local elementary school in Imboden. Christine also gave her time as a Volunteer First Responder and contributed to the Steudlein Learning Center. Her faith was central to her life and she was deeply involved with the Imboden Church of Christ. Christine worked for the Arkansas Employment Service Division until retirement.

Christine was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Hugh Dean Sullivan; a son, Steve Sullivan and two sisters, Sandy Kirtley and Zula Holt.

Those left behind to cherish the wonderful memories of Christine include a daughter-in-law, Chris Sullivan of West Memphis; a son, Randy and Leigh Sullivan of Memphis, TN; a daughter, Terry Sullivan of Thomasville, GA; eight grandchildren; Laura (Ronnie Schroeder) Roberts, Abby (Robert) Hester, Adam (Kassi) Sullivan, Michael (Rachel) Bailey, Jessie (John) McNeil, Danner Sullivan, Keauna Coston and Jalyssa Gibson; 12 great-grandchildren and brothers and sisters, Henry (Faye) Jones, David Jones, Etta Mae Horton, Daniel Jones, Roberta Shankle, Dale (Kathy) Jones and Walter (Sharon) Jones and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 1 pm Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at the Imboden Church of Christ, 506 W. 3rd Street in Imboden with Gaven Murphy officiating. Burial will follow at Hope Cemetery.

Visitation will precede the service and begin at 12 pm.

Adam Sullivan, Michael Bailey, Robert Hester, Jackson Hester, Collin Hester and Ronnie Schroeder will proudly serve as pallbearers. Gavin Roberts will serve as an honorary pallbearer.

Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro, AR.

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