of Sherwood, AR
December 25, 1944 - February 7, 2023
Mary Ann Brown Menard was born at home in rural Arkansas on Christmas Day in 1944. She lived most of her life in Arkansas, graduating from Batesville High in 1962. Mary had a long and successful career in the mortgage banking industry. She had a beautiful smile and an enduring love for her family.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Reba Swayze Brown and Wendell Brown; her husband of 57 years, Bill Menard and brothers, Tim and Mark Brown.
She is survived by siblings, Ronny (Judy) Brown and Nina Brown Carter; children, Andrea Menard Cochran, Melissa Menard Smith (Trey) and Andy (Dawn) Menard; grandchildren, Brittany Smith Johnson (Drew), Samuel Smith, Courtney, Caylee and Caroline Cochran, Drew (Makenzie) and Trent Menard and great-grandchildren, Kyler and Ryleigh Menard and Darcy Johnson.
Mary fought valiantly against cancer; she passed away at her home in Sherwood, Arkansas on February 7, 2023. She will be forever in our hearts.
Pallbearers are Andy, Drew and Trent Menard, Samuel Smith, Drew Johnson, John Hudson, Bryan Brown and Noel Carter. Honorary Pallbearers are JohnDavid Morgan, David Parker, Roger Franks and James Hooper.
The funeral service will be Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home Chapel with Trey Smith officiating. The visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow the funeral service at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Memorials may be made in her honor to the Old Independence Regional Museum, 380 S. 9th Street, Batesville, AR 72501 or Batesville Area Fellowship of Christian Athletes, 214 Fairway Street, Bald Knob, AR 72010.
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27 Condolence(s)
Daniel Cullum and Polly Leonard (dec.)
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Andrea, Melissa & Andy: Cindy and I are so sorry for your loss and are praying for your family. I will always remember how close our families have been through the years. Mom and Bill were incredibly close cousins and that continued on through the years. We wish you the very best and are here for you if any of you need anything. Love, Polly Leonard (dec), Dan Cullum, and Cindy Kallsnick.
Mike Sebren
Friday, February 17, 2023
Andrea - I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. - Mike
Betty (Haley Rega
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Menard family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Mary Ann and I were both in the 1962 BHS graduating class. She was such an inspiration for all of us battling cancer. May she now be at peace and pain free. I only saw her the last few years at class reunions but I will truly miss her!
David and Linda Hidy
Saturday, February 11, 2023
So sorry to hear about Mary Ann. We have fond memories of the Menard family. Prayers for God’s comfort to her family.
David Parker
Friday, February 10, 2023
We were blessed to have your Mom as a mentor to us. Her caring and smile will always be a precious memory. God has blessed you with a wonderful Mother. May God grant you the peace that passes all understanding. We love you. David & Susan Parker
Nina Carter
Friday, February 10, 2023
So sad I lost my beautiful smart sister so soon, but know she is at peace and rejoicing in Heaven with all our loved one who went before her. She was a loving, caring person and will be missed by her family and everyone who knew her.
Michael and Nancy Hilliard
Friday, February 10, 2023
Rest in Peace Old Friend. You will be remembered and in our hearts forever. Remembering all the good times we had with you and Bill over the years.
Kathryn Parker Blackwell
Friday, February 10, 2023
Andrea. Melissa and Andy, so sorry to hear about your Mom. Heaven has gained a beautiful woman who will always be remembered by others well!
Praying for all of you and your families
Your Mom and Dad shared Jesus with so many young lives through the years!
Ed and Denise Dodd
Friday, February 10, 2023
Such a beautiful photo!
Andy, Dawn and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Lots of love.
Ed and Denise Dodd
Betty Cockrill
Thursday, February 9, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Mary Ann. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Ron and Nina Stephens
Thursday, February 9, 2023
So sorry to hear of the passing Mary , I remember them well ,Bill was pastor of our church for a time , Both as I remember were Fine examples of a Christian, Words can not fill this void , May the memories be pleasant ones , May Our Father in Heaven Comfort , during this time
Gay Bennett King
Thursday, February 9, 2023
A beautiful person.
Jeanne Fitzgerald
Thursday, February 9, 2023
Bob and I are so very sorry for your loss. We are very glad to have gotten to know both of your special parents. Our prayers are with your family.
Shirlene O'Daniel
Thursday, February 9, 2023
Andrea, Melissa and Andy,
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of the Menard family.
Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Robbie Herring Smith
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Menard Family,
We considered each and every one of you as family. We played ball together, we cheered together, we went to church together, and went to weddings together. We will all miss Mary who was a bright and shinning light for our Lord. She took time to visit and take food to the sick. She took time to send a card, flowers or phone people. She was a real giver and we are glad to have known her.
The Herring Clan
Suzanne Burgess
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Such wonderful memories with your family in Batesville. You all have a special place in my heart. Love and prayers for you all.
Linda Jobe
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
My thoughts and Prayers will be with you during this most stressful time. Our Lord is Able to Hold and Comfort..........
Judy Bell
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Mary and I worked together for many years at Independence Federal. She always had a wonderful smile and attitude. I will be praying for the Lord to give her family peace.
Rebecca (Becky) Ford Doster
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Dear Andrea, Melissa and Andy,
My heart is saddened to learn of the passing of your precious and beautiful mother. It was such a blessing and honor to work alongside your dad and mom in the Youth Program at First Baptist, Batesville, many, many years ago. All three of you were very, very young children and each of you were adored by all the youth. Your parents were such shining examples of God's love to all of us, whether as a staff member or a youth participant. I know you and your families will miss her greatly, but know that your parents touched so many young peoples' lives down through the years in their service to their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief and loss. Blessings, Becky Ford Doster
Gail Welborn Davis
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
I’m so very for your loss. Mary Ann was loved by all
Diane McClure
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. Mary Ann was a special person and her strength, courage and peace dealing with her illness has touched many hearts. May God give you that same strength, courage and pease as you go through this most difficult time and the days ahead
Katy Smythe
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Dear Andrea, Melissa, Andy and Family, We were so blessed to have Bill, Mary Ann and you all in our lives for many years. You all growing up together and the fun we all had, truly a Blessing from God. Bill and Mary Ann both had lives well lived, never to be forgotten. Our Love and Prayers Katy, Christie, and Troy
Mary Haley
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Howard and I are so sorry for your loss. Mary Ann was truly beautiful, inside and out. She always had that beautiful smile. Prayers for all her family.
Larry Bone
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
A graceful and dedicated lady. She will forever be remembered in our hearts. Heaven is now her eternal home!!!
Nick & Katrina Fudge
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
I remember Coach & Mrs Menard well. Wonderful example for us at school and ball games. Our prayers are with the family.
Janice fuller
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
So sorry for your loss prayers for the days ahead !
Anne Kerr
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Andrea, I am saddened to hear about your sweet mom. Please know you are in my thoughts. Mary, Rest In Peace.