of Marion, AR
July 14, 1934 - February 15, 2025
Willa Dean Spath, a former resident of Marianna, passed away peacefully in her sleep Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the age of 90. Willa Dean was born July 14, 1934 to Addie (Plemmons) and Lige Dunavion of Marianna.
Willa Dean was always a devoted Baptist who enjoyed working with the Prison Ministry. She loved singing in the choir and was a devoted prayer partner anytime she was needed. Willa Dean was Chief Deputy Circuit Clerk for 10 years followed by 30 years as Lee County Circuit Clerk.
Willa Dean is survived by her children, Thomas G. Spath, Patricia Y. Mathews, Michael L (Patsy) Spath and Harriet Kay (Mark) Segroves. She also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Danny and Kathi Walker also had the privilege of being ''children of her heart''.
Willa Dean is preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Thomas E. Spath; sister, Wanda Andrews; brother, Lavell Dunavion and great-granddaughter, Sadie E. Branch.
The family wants to extend their appreciation to Dierksen Hospice and Comfort Keepers Home Health for their kind and loving care of their mother during the last year.
The family requests that memorials be made to the charity of your choice in her memory.
Graveside services will be held Friday, February 21, 2025 at 11:00 A.M at Marianna Memorial Park in Marianna, Arkansas with Brother Cain Wheeler officiating. Family & friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna.
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20 Condolence(s)
Joanne Webb
Saturday, February 22, 2025
So sorry for your loss. What I remember most about Willa Dean was her love for Christ. No worry - she is singing with the angels now. Thoughts and prayers are for you all.
Debbie Smith Hughes
Saturday, February 22, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about Ms. Willa Dean! She and Tommy were a very special part of our lives when we were young. I hope they are celebrating with my Mom and Dad!
My deepest love and thoughts for the family! Debbie
Barbara Graves
Friday, February 21, 2025
My sincere condolences with the passing of Ms. Spath. I always loved her and listening to all of her wisdom. She was definitely a beautiful person inside and out.
Prayers for the family during this season of life. The Maxwell-Graves Family
Carla Andrews
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Praying for strength, comfort, and peace for the family. We love you all. Mimi was such a blessing to have in our life from her calming presence, to our conversations, to the prayer she kept so many covered in. I will always remember her faith, grace, Godly advice, beauty, compassion, and most of all her genuine love.
Jeremy Andrews
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Aunt Wille was a very special lady. I have very fond memories of her and my Grandmother "Moye" at the courthouse. She always had the best advice and could calm a storm if given the chance to sit down with her. I have so many memories and cherish them all. My prayers are for Uncle Mike, Uncle Tommy, Aunt Pat & Aunt Kay and all of their children & grandchildren. May you find peace in knowing that Aunt Willie is definitely in heaven and smiling on us all. Love you all.
Helen "Pete " Marshall
Thursday, February 20, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. Ms. Willa Dean was such a sweet lady. She will be missed.
Jerry D. Andrews
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
May all of you feel peace knowing Aunt Willa Dean is no longer on this earth. She is with the good lord now.. She’s up there with Moye taking over the bookkeeping in heaven as we speak.
God Bless
Terry Garrison
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
We are praying that the Lord will comfort you all with His grace and peace during this season of grief.
“In sure and certain hope of the resurrection!”
Fred and Terry Garrison
Kathi Walker
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
As hard as it is, I will miss the talks of advice, the prayers that occurred as surgeries were beginning, the times you talked me down and the love I so valued when my life seemed so crazy. I miss the way you convinced each and everyone of us that we were worth it. And that we're never alone in the darkness...God is our light.
I pray your children know how important their mother was in the lives of us that she loved. She was so very proud of the 4 of you.
Danny & Kathi
Shirley Houston
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I remember Willa Dean’s gorgeous also voice in choir. Also her love for her family. May you feel God’s Comforting Arms at this time.
Mary Wells
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss! Sending Prayers to all of you!
Rita St John Stiles
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Tommy and family I'm sorry for y'all's loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Lucy Pippenger
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Prayers for tube family sorry for your loss rest in peace
Charles and Dian Mathews
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
So sorry pat and family our prayers are with you
Tina Smith Fisher
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Sending prayers of comfort to all of Ms. Willa Dean's family and friends.
Margaret Kirk
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Mike I am so sorry for the loss of your mother.
My condolences to you and your family.
Annie Watkins Alexander
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
So sorry to hear about Ms. Willa Dean. Prayers for all the family.
Martha D,Manley
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Loved Everything about WillaDeanSpath! For the family I prayed for comfort as you go through this difficult time.
Charlotte Wooten
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
So Sorry Tommy for your loss. Prayers for you and family
Dale & Laura Andrews
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Aunt Willie was a beautiful lady inside & out. Always able to uplift you no matter what, her faith never wavered in adversity. She loved her family & friends. She was always ready to help someone in need Spiritually or whatever she could do to help. She has entered her Lord’s house with Joy & praise. God Bless her family & friends in this loss of a beautiful soul. She shall continue to watch over them from her Heavenly home. Dale & Laura