of Shirley, AR
June 2, 1932 - February 15, 2022
After a hard-fought battle, Veatrice Burgess Hunt went home on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. She was born to Jasper Sidney and Ruth (Barnum) Burgess on June 2, 1932, in Higden, Arkansas. The family moved to Shirley when Veatrice was 9 years old so her father could work on the M+NA Railroad.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Bobby Ann (Clarence) Barnum, brothers; Tom (Doris), Charlie, Lester, sisters; Dorothy, Mildred, mother and father in law, Lester and Bessie Hunt, sisters in law, Evelene (Ray) Clutts, Lucille (Arvil) Bradford, and Joy Fay (Grover) Johnson.
Veatrice attended Shirley School where she graduated in 1951. After graduation, she worked as an administrative assistant for the high school superintendent. She married the love of her life and friend, Ben G. Hunt at Pee Dee, Arkansas on October 31, 1953 and moved to Lawton, Oklahoma where he was stationed with the United States Army. After Ben's tour with the Army, they moved to Little Rock, Arkansas where she worked for US Times. After several years there, they moved to their farm in Shirley, Arkansas where they still reside. Many years into the marriage, Veatrice's dreams of being a mother came true and they were blessed with a daughter, Candace Michelle. In 1968 they opened Hunt's One Stop which they operated until March of 1984. Then they enjoyed being able to concentrate full time on their Cow-Calf Farm. A son was added to the family when Candace married Paul Smith. In 1997 the family was complete with the birth of her grandson, Ben Ryan Smith. Veatrice, known affectionately as Birdie by family and friends. Birdie was a strong Christian who loved God with all her heart and was baptized as a member of the Shirley Community Church. She loved her family fiercely and was always there for each and everyone. She loved working on the farm with Ben G. and you hardly ever saw him with out her. Veatrice never missed an event her grandson was involved in, especially baseball.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Ben G. Hunt of Shirley, Arkansas, daughter and son-in-law, Paul and Candace Smith of Shirley, Arkansas, grandson, Ben Ryan Smith of Edwards AFB, California siblings; Billy (Rebecca) of Shirley, Ester of Michigan and many nieces, nephews cousins and friends.
Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m, Friday, February 18, 2022 at Eglantine Cemetery in Shirley, Arkansas.
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17 Condolence(s)
Deborah Kerrigan
Saturday, February 26, 2022
So sorry to hear of Ms. Beatrice passing, such a sweet lady.
Brenda Brown
Friday, February 18, 2022
Ben, Candace, Paul and Ben. There is always a void in our lives when we,loose a loved one. Praying this void can be filled with all the wonderful memories and knowing she is well and in a much better places. God bless you all !!!
Brenda Brown
Friday, February 18, 2022
Ben, Candace, Paul and Ben. There is always a void in our lives when we,loose a loved one. Praying this void can be filled with all the wonderful memories and knowing she is well and in a much better places. God bless you all !!!
Rachel Du mouchel
Friday, February 18, 2022
Dear Uncle Ben G and Candace
I am so sorry for your loss.
Aunt Vea was one of the kindest people I ever knew.
You're in my prayers.
Rachel ( Janie's girl)
Larry & Jody Bane
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Our community has lost a wonderful woman. She was always happy, smiling & very complimentary . Her family was her life. Not many can say that . We are sorry to hear this . Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Linda Newman
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Mr. Ben G, Candace, Paul and Ben, I’m so sorry for your loss. Y’all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mitch barnum
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Jerel and Kathleen Brown
Thursday, February 17, 2022
So sorry to hear about the passing of Veatrice. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janet Cates Moore
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Ben, Candace and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the familyl
Nova Caldwell Scroggins
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Billy, Becky and all the family,
I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort and peace as you remember and cherish all the wonderful memories of life with her.
Alice Chambers
Thursday, February 17, 2022
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Prayers and blessings for your family.
Sammy&Anna Lou Ward
Thursday, February 17, 2022
I am so sorry to hear the passing of your mother Candice my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time God Bless each and everyone of you. Sammy And Anna Lou Ward
Tamara Avery
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Ben G, Candace, Paul and Ben....I am so very sad to hear about Birdie. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and was so loved. Please know that each of you are in my prayers. I love y’all. Tamara
Tamara Avery
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Ben G, Candace, Paul and Ben....I am so very sad to hear about Birdie. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and was so loved. Please know that each of you are in my prayers. I love y’all. Tamara
Toney and Sallie Parish
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Paul, Candace and family, Toney and I are so sorry about your loss! We pray God gives you peace!
Linda Allen
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Billy and Becky, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Linda Allen
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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