of Marshall, AR
February 19, 1931 - February 18, 2022
Eva Jo Knittig, age 90 of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Friday, February 18th, 2022 at her home. She was born in Bear Creek, Arkansas on February 19th, 1931 to Doyle T. Horton and Ola Melissa Blair Horton.
Eva Jo had a lifelong love of learning. She always knew she wanted to be a teacher but her love went further than just education. She was often found studying with her bible in her lap or watching a sermon on tv. She always knew the true purpose of life came from the words of her bible and she made it a daily part of her life. Eva Jo obtained her bachelor's degree in education. She taught a multitude of students from all over the country before deciding to go back to school for her master's degree in Speech Language Pathology. She had developed a special place in her heart for students with speech difficulties. She began her work as a speech pathologist in Arkansas and then in Georgia and Illinois before returning to North Little Rock in 1969. Ten years later, she returned home to Marshall, Arkansas and devoted the next 38 years of her life to making a difference through her profession. Eva loved children and she was always their advocate. Eva enjoyed traveling and she saw the world. Besides living in Japan for 3 years, she visited all 50 states as well as all of the provinces of Canada. She loved taking trips with her family and friends. One of her favorite trips was in 1996 when she set off with two of her closest friends on an adventure to the upper eastern states. They visited 11 different states and 5 provinces of Canada. They returned back home with many memories to share. Eva also had a love for genealogy. She found great joy and pride in sharing the information she had obtained about her family. From her great, great, great, grandpa to her great grand babies, Eva loved her family and her heritage. Eva Jo was a very hard worker all of her life, and she never quit until a job was finished. But, she didn't let that hard work ethic get in the way of the simple joys in life. Eva enjoyed fishing, gardening, beautiful flowers, teaching Sunday School, dancing, playing games, and working on her farm. Above all else, Eva loved the Lord and she loved her family. Each member of her family knew without a shadow of a doubt that they were loved and prayed for every day of her life. Her legacy will live on because of the life that she has built. When asked what she wanted to be most remembered for, her answer was simple. She hoped to be remembered as a faithful Christian, a loving mother, and a devoted grandmother. In the eyes of her loved ones, she accomplished all of these things and more.
Eva Jo is survived by her husband, Tony Knittig; her four children, Steven Cates (Karen) of Cabot, Patti Williams (Jerry) of North Little Rock, Daniel Cates (Barbara) of Marshall, and Craig Cates of Harrison; Her grandchildren, Benjamin Cates (Whitley), Melissa Bretz (Warren), Molly Lutz (Nate), Stephanie Taylor (Brandon),and Chris Rose (Kimberly): Great Grandchildren, June, Tobias, Beckett, Canaan, Avonlea, Eva, Lily, Austin, Gavin, Destiny, Madison and Riley; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family that will always hold her memory close. Eva Jo is preceded in death by her parents, Doyle and Ola Horton; siblings, Lee Voy Horton and JR Horton; sister-in-law, Lucille Horton; and daughter-in-law, Kim Cates.
Funeral services for Eva will be 11:00 AM Monday, February 21st, 2022 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. John Eslinger officiating. Visitation will be 10:00 till 11:00 AM preceding the service. Burial will be in Bear Creek Cemetery. Bearers will be Jimmy Horton, Benjamin Cates, Warren Bretz, Steven Dale Horton, Brandon Taylor and G.C. Blair. Honorary bearers will be Nate Lutz, Jack Mays, Buck Mays, Chris Rose, Jerry Williams and James Ragland. A very special thank you to Kathy Martin for her love and support during Eva Jo's last few days at home.
At the families request due to COVID-19 masks will be mandatory at all indoor services for Eva. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Baptist Children's Home, 354 West Street, Suite 1, Valparaiso, IN 46383, 219-462-4111.
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20 Condolence(s)
nancy
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Eva always had a kind word and a smile whenever you saw her. She had a way of making you feel like a friend and comfortable to be around. I loved reading her obituary and the legacy she left will live continue on in her family. My deepest condolence's. Prayers for the family during this time of loss.
Darron Weeks
Monday, February 21, 2022
She was such a sweet Lady! In elementary school it so neat seeing her come in because you could say Hi Mrs. Cates! And all the times I’d come visit Craig, she was always nice and inviting! Even going and staying at her Mom’s farm, was always a great time!
Steven Long
Monday, February 21, 2022
So sorry for your loss! Prayers for all!
Jeanne Arcement
Monday, February 21, 2022
Patti, So sorry for the loss of your Mom. I love the beautiful pictures of her. She sure sounds like a wonderful lady. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.
Jeanne Arcement
Amanda Casey
Sunday, February 20, 2022
My prayers are with you all during this hard time
Barry and Jan Charter
Sunday, February 20, 2022
Our deepest and most sincere condolences to the family's of Eva Jo. Craig I wish I could be there for you brother. Know that Jan & I are there in our hearts.
Judy England
Sunday, February 20, 2022
I’m so very sorry to hear about Aunt Jo’s passing. I have so many special memories of her over the years which i will always hold dear in my heart.
I won’t be able to make it to the services but will be thinking of all the family and praying your memories comfort you in the days to come. Love you all.
Judy
Randy and Frances Rayburn
Sunday, February 20, 2022
Sincere condolences for the entire family. May your memories of times past comfort you until reunited to part no more.
Purvis and Mildred Rodrigues
Sunday, February 20, 2022
Dan Barbara and Family,
We are touched deeply by your mom’s passing, but at the same
time we know theres singing and Dancing in Heaven over your mom’s
VICTORY IN, AND THROUGH JESUS HER LORD!
Love you all much
Vonda K Passmore
Sunday, February 20, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. Eva Jo was a wonderful and sweet woman. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
D. L. and Peggy Adams
Saturday, February 19, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pat Halsted
Saturday, February 19, 2022
Prayers of peace and comfort for your entire family.
Coy & Sue Horton
Saturday, February 19, 2022
We thought so much of Eva Jo. She was our source of information for family history. She will be missed so much. Loved her humor and family stories. our love, sympathy and prayers to all the family, May God bring peace and comfort during the days ahead.
Eddie & Pam Cannada
Saturday, February 19, 2022
So sorry for your loss. This special lady will be well remembered.
Geneva Treat Massey
Saturday, February 19, 2022
Sorry to hear of her passing. Proud to have know her, sending love to her children and grandchildren.
James and Jeri White
Saturday, February 19, 2022
Our deepest sympathy
Richard and Dale Smith
Saturday, February 19, 2022
She was a wonderful lady and we will miss her.
Janet Rainbolt
Friday, February 18, 2022
So sorry to hear about Eva Jo's passing. She was a sweet person. My prayers are with the family.
Rick and Janice Horton
Friday, February 18, 2022
We are so very sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. Eva Jo has been a dear friend to us since we moved back into the Canaan community…always smiling and caring and doing for others. Our sincerest condolences and prayers for all of you.
debra white
Friday, February 18, 2022
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady. I was blessed to have known her.