of Conway, AR
November 20, 1932 - February 8, 2022
Vance Lee Renfroe Hubbard, age 89 of Conway, formerly of Marshall, Arkansas made her way to heaven on Tuesday, February 8th, 2022 to join her beloved husband, T.P. Hubbard, Jr. and her first granddaughter, Dara Anne Cossey. She was born in Snowball, Arkansas on November 20th, 1932 to Mainord Theodore Renfroe and Effie Phillips Renfroe.
Vance attended both Snowball and Marshall Schools where she was an avid basketball player and Salutatorian of her class. After graduating high school in 1950, she and her sister, Zaleze Renfroe Sherill made their way to Washington D.C. to work at the Pentagon as a clerk typist for the government. She returned to Marshall, Arkansas to marry T.P Hubbard, Jr. on November 1st, 1952. They welcomed their first daughter, Lori Suzanne in 1956 followed by their second daughter, Julie Melissa in 1960. Vance worked at the local telephone company in Searcy County, but spent 37 years working alongside T.P. at his Shelter Insurance Office where they made many lifelong friends. She always put her family first in life. She doted on T.P. daily, lovingly caring for him in sickness and in health for over 61 years. She was happiest when she was cooking for people that enjoyed eating. Vance spent Monday nights for many years cooking a full spread for her grandchildren. She made sure that Dr. Ron Hubbard always had beans and cornbread, that Perry Chase had his chocolate chip cookies, and that everyone had her signature chocolate cake for their birthday. She was at every ballgame, play, band concert and Grandparents Day event for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren until in later years her health no longer allowed. She was always our biggest cheerleader, supporter and encourager in everything we did. Vance was a Christian all of her life. She never hesitated to ask someone if they were a Christian or where they went to church, whether it be a doctor's appointment or in the Dollar General. She enjoyed inviting others to join her at the Marshall Church of Christ or the Eastside Church of Christ in Conway and singing praises to the Lord any chance she got.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Lori Suzanne Cossey (Brady) and Julie Melissa Smith; grandchildren, April Elizabeth Crowder (Jeffrey), Seth Taylor Cossey (Hayley) and Ashlee Maria Smith; great-grandchildren, Ava Edisanne Mathis, Dax William Mathis and Tate Patton Cossey; niece, Dana Gail Nicholas (Tom); and a host of extended family and friends.
Vance is preceded in death by her parents, Mainord and Effie Renfroe; her husband, T.P. Hubbard who passed away in 2013; granddaughter, Dara Anne Cossey; and siblings, James Brough Renfroe, Vernon Renfroe and Zaleze Renfroe Sherrill.
Funeral services for Vance will be 2:00 PM Friday, February 11th, 2022 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Morgan Bradley and Bro. Collie Shaw officiating. Singing will be led by Fred Ladd. Visitation will be 1:00 till 2:00 PM preceding the service. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas where Vance will be laid to rest beside her husband, T.P. Hubbard Jr. Bearers will be Ronnie Beene, Keith Kuykendall, Clyde Woods, Jerry Stroud, Collie Shaw and Dr. Ron Hubbard. Honorary bearers will be J.R. Barnett and Randy Searight. In lieu of flowers at the families request donations may be made to Eastside Church of Christ, c/o Fred Ladd, 32 Jackie Lane, Conway, AR 72032.
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43 Condolence(s)
Tamie Aday
Friday, February 18, 2022
I was so sorry when I read this .When Sharon and I had the flower patch in Clinton she would have her daughter to bring her up and get flowers she was always a sweet lady.Prayer for the family
Kathleen S Gillum & Richard O Scott
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Hubbard Family,
Miss Vance Lee will truly be miss. Her wit, her smile her hush puppies a fish fries are not the same. Please note she is truly a lady. T P is glad she is home with him.
nancy
Monday, February 14, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Vance always had a smile and a kind word when you would see her out and about. She will be missed by many. Praying for the family.
James Kelley
Sunday, February 13, 2022
Julie,
My family sends our condolences to you and are very sorry for the loss of your mother.
Pat Halsted
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Such a lovely lady...prayers of peace and comfort for her family until you are reunited once again.
Keith Kuykendall
Saturday, February 12, 2022
So very sorry to of the passing of Vance. Lori I bet right now her and my mama are up there just talking away. Vance was a wonderful person to be around my mama and dad always said that. She will definitely be missed by her family and friends
Amanda Smyth
Friday, February 11, 2022
I am going to miss this wonderful woman that I loved like she was another grandparent to me. There are so many great memories some of auctions where my sisters and me would argue over who would get to help her, at church where we would always get a little wave from across the isle if we were running late then a hug after the service, of her cheesey potatoe casserole she brought anytime we had a get together and so many more times or things that I just don't have the words for. Lots of love and prayers to everyone whose life Vance touched but especially for the family and friends that she thought of as family.
Todd & Shelley Darnley
Friday, February 11, 2022
Always enjoyed talking to Vance. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Shirley & Cliff Ragland
Friday, February 11, 2022
So sorry to hear this. Vance was a sweet lady & a friend to all. I can still hear her laugh. My Mom & her used to chew tobacco together. I thought a lot of your Mom
Danny and Pamela Kelley
Friday, February 11, 2022
We would like for you to know that when TP and Vance needed to move south for their care they were really missed at church. It left a space on the church pue. I still love your mothers laugh. They are missed and we will have you in our prayers.
Gayle Tilley
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Lori and Julie, you have my deepest condolences during this time of the lost of a great mom! May you find peace and comfort as you recall memories of her remarkable life. God Bless you and each member of your families!
Pam Klunk
Thursday, February 10, 2022
I am so sorry to hear this, I always loved to talk to Vance, She was always so friendly and helpful and always loved to ask about the family. You will be missed Vance! Prayers of peace and comfort,
Glenda Griffith
Thursday, February 10, 2022
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Vance always had a kind word and a smile anytime you saw her. I always enjoyed visiting with her and Tp. They were a special couple. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you peace and comfort in the days to come.
Janet Rainbolt
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Jack and Edna Jean Treat
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. She was a special lady always had a smile and so friendly.
Holly Kemp
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Lovely lady you are so missed. Your brownies your hushpuppies & your wonderful sense of humor. A wonderful woman who was a blessing for us all to know.
Rick and Janice Horton
Thursday, February 10, 2022
We are so very sorry to hear of Vance Lee’s passing. Always smiling and laughing and joking, she left a sweet legacy for her family and friends. Our sincerest condolences and prayers for her family.
Eddie & Pam Cannada
Thursday, February 10, 2022
So sorry to hear of your loss, Vance Lee was such a special person. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. Prayers for comfort.
Eddie J. Smith
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Best mother in law, only one I ever had. I will miss you, but so happy you are with "POP" again. you are truly a wonderful lady and Christian, was the loudest singer in church and best cook . I'll always love you......
Sid and Lea Ann Lowrance
Thursday, February 10, 2022
It is sad to hear of Vance passing. I had knew T.P. and Vance for many years. Worked with them on their farm and was glade to call them my friends. My God Bless you all.
Kay and John Branscum and Pauline Blough
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Vance was a sweet lady and we missed her visits when she moved away to Conway. She was a good cook and I have sampled many of her cookies, cakes, etc. that she used to bring us at the bank. She always had a funny story to tell too! Prayers for the family.
Lisa Stagg
Thursday, February 10, 2022
I have so many fond memories of Vance, as I spent almost every Saturday night of my junior high and high school years at her home with my best friend, Julie. She was a wonderful cook and her wit was unmatched. I can still see her sitting in her chair watching Happy Days on the television, chewing Red Man tobacco and twisting the back of her hair.😊 She always made me laugh and would say…. “You’re so sharp, you must eat razor soup for breakfastâ€! She and TP always treated me as a second daughter and I’m so grateful for the influence they had both had in my life. ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸
Mike and Peggy Harris
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
We are sending our deepest sympathy to Vance’s family and friends. Mike has known T. P. and Vance for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ritchie and Reva Morrison
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about Vance. Your family with be in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley J. Gray
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Shirley and Doyle Kimbrell
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
So sorry to hear this. Vance Lee was the nurse for Dr. Mills at Marshall when our first baby was born . She was so sweet and special. Will be saying a prayer for all of you.
Mitzi Anthony
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Vance always had that lovely smile on her face. She was one of those people whose joyful spirit clearly shined through. Prayers for all those who loved her. May you feel the Lord’s comforting arms wrapped around you.
Albert & Anna (Rainbolt) Maze
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
We are sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She is where she has longed to be now with TP. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Butler (Bohannon)
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
So sorry for your loss of such a sweet lady. My Condolences to the family and friends who will mourn her passing.
Bob Horton
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Lori and Julie, I am saddened to see this. I remember Mom speaking of their lifelong friendship. Vance had a hearty laugh which I will never forget. Prayers for all of her family. Bobby Craig
Brenda Lewis
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
I am so saddened by learning of learning if Vance’s passing. She and T.P were very good friends of Merl and I and we cherished their friendship over the years. She was a fine Christian and a great joy to be around. She will always hold a special place in my heart.
Jim Preddy
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
So sad to hear of Vance Lee passing she never failed to speach and fed us kids and I was always happy to fine a box of cinnamon rolls in my car
Carolyn Weeks Milam
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
So sorry to hear of her passing. She was a good friend to all.
Carla Kelley
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Vance was such a sweet happy lady…never remember seeing her without a smile. My mom & dad (Joe & Janice Kelley) always enjoyed time around TP & Vance. Sending prayers and love for the days ahead. â¤ï¸
Linda Passmore
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
I’m very sorry for your loss. She was a special lady and I loved every conversation I had with her. Her bubbly personality made you leave the conversation feeling better and that mischievous smile/laugh won’t be forgotten. You all are in my prayers.
Wes Elliott
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Sorry to hear of Mrs. Hubbard's passing. She was always so kind to me. My prayers and thoughts for Lori, Julie, and family. God Bless.
Michele Treadwell
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
There are so many memories in my heart of this wonderful woman. When we were children she and TP reached out to us and taught us so much. I know she prayed for us and I truly feel it was her prayers that led me to know Jesus as my Lord and savior. She was always extrordinary. I pray I see her at the throne when my turn comes. Blessings to you all may God grant you comfort in this difficult time
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Vance, Vancie Lee, was a good friend of ours for many years. I am really sorry for y'alls loss. She will be missed by lots of friends and her family
Beverly Massey
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
My heart is heavy today with so many memories of Vance Lee, my second mother, and the many good times I had with her. I have eaten a truckload of her mini biscuits with the crispy tops and bottoms...a recipe I’ve never been able to replicate. She was a happy person with a ready smile. She will be missed, but always loved. Thank you for including me in your family.
Joe and Melba Ward
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
We were so sorry to hear about Vance Hubbard. She was a very sweet person. Vance and I, (Melba) cooked hush puppies for the South Mtn. Fire and South Mtn. Water associations many times together and had a lot of fun talking doing that. She enjoyed that so much.
She will be missed. Prayers for all.
Loy & Mitzi Garrison
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Such a loss to family & friends. Vance was a wonderful woman & contributed so much to those who knew her. We know she is blessed to be with her husband TP again.
Loy & Mitzi Garrison
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Such a loss to family & friends. Vance was a wonderful woman & contributed so much to those who knew her. We know she is blessed to be with her husband TP again.
Bruce Stewart
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
So saddened to hear of Vance’s passing. She was always cheerful and often had some treat she had baked. My prayers for the family and many friends.