of Catoosa, OK
May 7, 1931 - March 29, 2023
Audrey "Polly" Avey, age 91, formerly of Yellville, Arkansas went home to be with her Heavenly Father Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in Catoosa, Oklahoma.
Polly was born May 7, 1931 in Cricket, Arkansas to John A. Proctor and Sarah Mattox. She went to school in Omaha, Arkansas until her dad's job transferred the family to Missouri, where they lived a few years. Then another transfer moved them to Cotter, Arkansas, where Polly met the love of her life, H.L. Avey. They were married July 4, 1945 and lived in Yellville, Arkansas most of their married life.
Polly owned and operated "Polly's Beauty Salon" at her home in Yellville. She had many loyal customers through the years whom she treasured. She loved the Lord, having accepted Him as her personal Savior at a young age. She attended First Assembly of God Church in Yellville.
Those she leaves behind are daughters, Judy Williams and husband, Donald of Catoosa, Oklahoma; Vicki Shipman of Bruno, Arkansas; grandchildren, Dawn Stoddard, Todd Williams Brad Duncan, Kelsy Lasater, Zach Shipman, Jacob Shipman, Sherri Estes Haggeno and Wes Estes; great-grandchildren, Madison Tsubota, Brooke Marshall, Caleb Marshall, Shawn Duncan, Darcy Lasater, Kadence Lasater, Remington Lasater and Charlie Shipman and great-grandchildren, Adler Tsubota and Isla Tsubota.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leo Avey; her daughter, Cheryl Estes and her husband, G.E.; her son-in-law, Kelly Shipman; her sisters, Ruth and Sue and many other relatives and friends.
A graveside service for Mrs. Avey will be 1:00 pm Thursday, April 13, 2023 at De Soto Cemetery near Yellville with Bro. James Foster officiating.
Arrangements are by Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville.
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8 Condolence(s)
Linda Moreau
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Judy and Vicki, so sorry for the loss of your mother. Prayers and hugs for comfort.
Paula Haynes Melton
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Polly was a dear friend of my Granny Retha Robison. I have fond memories going to Polly’s beauty shop with granny. My sincere condolences in the passing of a wonderful lady.
Donna Benton Treat
Thursday, April 13, 2023
So sorry to here about Polly. She was a fine lady. She did my moms hair a lot. She did mine sometimes to. I always like going their with my mom cause Polly was always so nice Prayers to the family.
Terry & Glenna Fisk
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Polly Avey is a sweet soul and we miss visiting with her. She never complained and offered kind words of encouragement. Our hearts go out to her family.
Sharron Driskill
Friday, April 7, 2023
Aunt Polly was a lady, always composed and loving. I lived with Aunt Polly and Uncle Leo for a short time in 1955. They treated me as their own. Willa McMahan also lived with them at one time. Aunt Polly was a healer through faith, wisdom, patience, and love. I will always love you.
June Seaton
Friday, April 7, 2023
Lots of love and memories sweet Polly sending love and prayers to the family June Seaton
Harvey (Page) Honeycutt
Friday, April 7, 2023
My sympathy goes to the family. Prayers and sympathy to the Avey family
Joe & Pama Walker
Friday, April 7, 2023
Sweet Aunt Polly you are loved and will be truly missed. Hug all those loved ones. Prayers for peace and comfort for all those left behind.