of Pine Bluff, AR
October 3, 1962 - December 16, 2023
Tari Lynne Hanson of Pine Bluff, AR went to her heavenly home on December 16, 2023. Tari was born to Charles Franklin Hester and Sherry Lynne Hart on October 3, 1962 in Little Rock, AR.
She worked at the Mayflower Police Department where she retired in 2018. Tari then went on to work for the Arkansas State Police in Pine Bluff, AR. Troop E. During that time, served as a telecommunications specialist and driver's license examiner.
In her free time she enjoyed spending time with her husband, Lane, children and grandchildren. Tari loved cooking, her favorite thing was to bake. She always had to have the brightest yellow car. She always had a smile on her face. Her smile would light up any room she walked into. As everyone has said, to know her is to love her. She fought a good fight and if she was here today, she would tell you she is the winner either way here on earth or in heaven. She's no longer suffering.
A few words from Troop E:
Tari was a beloved member of the ASP family and consistently spread positivity and faith to all that she encountered. Tari's daily walk was a perfect example and testament to the core values of the Arkansas State Police. She was a bright light in a dark world and her absence will be felt by many. Tari loved and adored her job and coworkers. She was very proud to be a part of the ASP.
Tari preceded in death her parents, Charles and Sherry; her brother, Chuck Hester Sr. and nephew, Poppy Meeks.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 10 wonderful years, Terry Lane Hanson; her children, Jerry Meeks of North Little Rock, Amanda ''Sissy'' (Marshall) Brittain of Mayflower, Cassie Meeks of Conway, Matt (Red) Meeks of North little Rock, Jessica (Terrel) Goodwin of Ruston, La and Jeremy ''Sarge'' (Jill) Hanson of Vilonia. She had 14 grandchildren and 11 grandsons who are all listed as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers and 3 granddaughters, Kynnley and Kynnedy Vaughan Mariah Porter and a host of nieces and nephews. Tari loved and considered many as her own family.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Morgan Full Gospel Church. Visitation will be held from 6:00PM to 8:00PM Friday, December 22, 2023 at the church. Burial will be at Mayflower Cemetery in Mayflower, Arkansas immediately following the funeral service.
in lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to:
Miranda Dennis-c/o Troop E Benevolent Fund
Arkansas Highway Patrol Troop E
6816 Princeton Pike
Whitehall, AR 71602
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16 Condolence(s)
Theresa Long
Friday, December 29, 2023
You were a huge blessing in my life since we were kids. You were always there for me in times of grief. You shared your faith in God with me and that gave me the strength to deal with my depression. You were a great supporter in so many ways. I never thought I would lose you so soon. We never got off the phone without saying I love you sister to each other. God had another plan for you. I'm sure your his beautiful Angel. Fly high sweet sister and rest in peace. I miss and love you... Condolences to Tari's family.
Vicki Harris
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
A beautiful person who always had a smile and was happy to see you. She will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family....
Anita L Victory
Saturday, December 23, 2023
Danielle, you and your family will remain in my prayers. I'm sorry for your loss but I know Her maker and her heavenly family are rejoicing and dancing in the sky. Love you all.
Barbara Meeks
Saturday, December 23, 2023
I love you Tari you are in a better place. You always told me to keep everything in gods hands when I talked to you about things you was always happy you are going to be missed I love you RIP my friend
Margie Cates
Friday, December 22, 2023
Tari was a very special lady with a soul of gold. I know she is resting in God’s loving arms. Healed forever
Many prayers & much love to her family & many friends.
Gary & Margie Cates
Cathy Hart Mills
Friday, December 22, 2023
May you RIP my beautiful cousin! I have been remembering wonderful childhood memories of us all playing and having a ball together.
My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. Tari has always been a shining star and now shines on us from Heaven.
I love you you all ??
Cathy
Narcie Holley
Friday, December 22, 2023
So sorry for y'all loss, my prayers are for all of you. For comfort and peace.RIP sweet lady
Carmen and Judy Orozco
Friday, December 22, 2023
I know you are sitting straight and Tall,
Proud and Humble on your Throne in Heaven,,,,
Just like you did here on earth.
You are loved and admired by so many, including us!
Bekk
Friday, December 22, 2023
Tari was always a positive influence in my life. She encouraged me , and always told me she loved me. Welll she would say Love ya. She will be missed. Praying for all of y’all. And she has definitely got the victory. Until we meet again Rest In Peace Aunt Tari.
Sheila Sowell
Friday, December 22, 2023
Many, many years of friendship. More than just an ordinary friendship. We were sisters even when she moved away we never lost touch. We didn't have to talk every single day to know that we loved one another and each others families. We said many prayers together and always stood in faith with one another.
I will always be here for your children and grandchildren & Lane.
I will see you in Heaven sweet sister.
Love you always.
Gone but never forgotten.
Praying for all of the family.
Cynthia clay
Thursday, December 21, 2023
I will miss you and I love you words just can't Explainhow much.
Aetna Family
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Jessica
You and your family have our deepest sympathy and condolences. We are so sorry for your loss and we will be remembering all of you in our prayers.
May peace and comfort surround all of you during this difficult time.
Susan Deeley(Turley)
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
RIp Dance & sing with the angels
Give everyone a big hug up there.
See you someday. Praying for your family.
LaTorya Collins
Monday, December 18, 2023
My sincererest condolences to Jessica and her family on the loss of your beautiful loved one. May she rest in eternal peace and May your hearts be comforted in knowing that although she is no longer here with you- she is no longer in pain and will forever be with you in your heart & memories. May she now be your angel watching over the each of you.
Mechelle Ashley
Monday, December 18, 2023
Still so unbelievable.. Hug my dad & the rest of the family for me! Love you Aunt Tari
Susan Willingham
Monday, December 18, 2023
I enjoyed Tari so much during our time at the state police. She always put a smile on everyone’s face. She will truly be missed . Heaven just got a special angel. Rest in peace my friend.