of Little Rock, AR
December 2, 1937 - March 15, 2025
Elizabeth A. Gadberry, age 87, of Maumelle, Arkansas passed away on Saturday March 15, 2025. She was born in Lake City, Arkansas on December 2, 1937 to her late parents, James and Hazel Hurdle.
Elizabeth loved teaching children and was a substitute school teacher and Sunday School teacher for many years. She was very involved in her church and enjoyed helping with many bridal and baby showers. Elizabeth also loved to garden and grew beautiful flowers that she planted around her yard. She was a sports fan and enjoyed watching Razorback basketball and the St. Louis Cardinals with her husband, Earl, during their many years together. Elizabeth was an excellent cook and especially loved making cookies and treats for her grandchildren. She loved reading the Bible and while raising her 2 children, she instilled the Christian values that have become a cornerstone in their adult lives.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Earl Gadberry; one sister, Edna Washam and one brother, Fred Marvin Hurdle. Survivors include her two children, Cindy Harben (David) and Earl Gene Gadberry, Jr. (Kathy) all of Maumelle, AR; two sisters, Marie Lentz and Thelma McElroy (Bo); four grandsons, Dustin Harben (Brittany), Adam Harben (Stacey), Trey Gadberry (Ashley) and Jacob Gadberry; 11 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
A visitation will begin at 10:00am followed by a service at 11:00am on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR, with Chuck Monan officiating. Burial will follow at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle, AR.
The family wishes to thank the numerous caregivers for their care and support over the last 13 years, including Vanessa Lewis, Elder Independence Home Care, Favor Homecare, House of Three, Gentiva Hospice and most recently, the loving care and support at Hospice Home Care-Comfort Care Center.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude's Place, Memphis, TN 38105 and the Tribute of Life Foundation at Hospice Home Care-Comfort Care Center, 2200 S. Bowman C, Little Rock, AR 72211
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 15012248300.
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11 Condolence(s)
Cindy Smith Bullard
Saturday, March 22, 2025
I am so sorry for you loss your mom was a special lady always enjoyed visiting and talking about our old neighbors you are at the heart of my prayers right now for comfort and strength and for the wonderful memories
Cindy Smith Bullard
Saturday, March 22, 2025
I am so sorry for you loss your mom was a special lady always enjoyed visiting and talking about our old neighbors you are at the heart of my prayers right now for comfort and strength and for the wonderful memories
Pam Wilson
Friday, March 21, 2025
Cindy and Gene, I’m so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I have so many wonderful memories of your parents growing up - especially your mother. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Michael R Rose
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Gene and Cindy, so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a very sweet and kind. Our thoughts prayers are with you and your families.
Carolyn Jean Watts
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Cindy, Dave and Family: you know I cared so much for your Mom and Dad, but hope you also know how much I care about you all. May God give you the peace you need after losing your Mom. I know you are relieved she is no longer suffering but also know how hard it is to lose our loved ones. You have been such a loving family and so caring for her needs always. May God bless you always.
Ariana and Shaun
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Our prayers and thoughts are
With you
Natalie Johnson
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Prayers for Strength and Peace to you Cindy, Gene and entire family. Her Legacy of love will continue on.
Larry and Charladean Franklin
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Many fond memories.
Penny Wilbourn
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Cindy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, as I know how devoted you were to your mom (and your dad). I hope you find rest and peace in the coming days. You are loved.
Penny Wilbourn
Kay Wages Tibbs
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Cindy,
May God wrap you in his loving arms and comfort you like no others can! Your mom was such a beautiful woman! You have been so fortunate to have her for so long. I’m so sorry for your loss!
Keith Johnson
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
I had the privilege of living just a few houses away from the Gadberry family growing up. It was easy to see she was a great wife and mother. I know she will be deeply missed by many. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.