of Quitman, AR
September 17, 1939 - January 2, 2024
We are sad to announce the passing of Mrs. Doris Ann Clayton Needham, 84, of Quitman, Arkansas. The Lord took her home Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Doris was born during the depression, September 17, 1939 to Oliver and Ruth Clayton in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.
She married the love of her life, Thomas (Tommy) Needham of Earle, Arkansas in 1960. They settled down in Earle and started a family where they were blessed with 3 children, Joseph (Joe) Needham, Lori Needham Roeder and Timothy (Timmy) Needham.
Doris worked for many years, until she retired from the cafeteria in the Earle school district. She then moved to Utah for a while but later moved back home to Arkansas to be closer to her children.
Doris had a love for people and never met a stranger, welcoming everyone she made contact with. Her smile was contagious; her laugh unforgettable, but most of all her love for God was undeniable. Described as very humble, selfless and a compassionate soul, she also had love and a soft spot for both children and animals.
She enjoyed sitting on her porch watching the birds. She loved to tell stories about her life and she always had a great one to tell. She liked westerns and John Wayne and always looked forward to her coffee and ''snackie'' snacks.
Doris was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Thomas (Tommy) Needham; 1 brother, Floyd Clayton; 3 sisters, Bessie Clayton McGee, Betty Ruth Matthews and Louise Clayton Kerr and 1 granddaughter, Kenna Beth Needham.
In addition to her 3 children, she is survived by one sister, Judy Clayton Raymond of Mountain Home, Arkansas; 2 grandsons, Seth Needham and Wesley Needham; two step granddaughters, Tiffiany Green and Dixie Barnes; four step grandsons, Brandon Anderson, Michael Jordan, Jr., Brent Jordan and Gavin Floyd; two great grandsons, Isaiah Needham and Ilajah Needham; two great granddaughters, Kenly Needham and Brena Needham and 9 step great grandchildren and one step great angel baby.
Doris loved her family more than words can ever describe and she loved to pass on her wisdom about life. Loved by so many she will be greatly missed.
A visitation will take place on Monday, January 8, 2024 from 6 PM 8 PM at Earle First Assembly of God, Earle, Arkansas. The funeral service for Mrs. Needham will be held on January 9, 2024 at 1:00 PM also at Earle First Assembly of God Church. Burial will follow at Crittenden Memorial Park following the funeral.
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Amy McFerrin
Monday, January 8, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for the family
David Raymond
Sunday, January 7, 2024
Aunt Doris was a very special lady. She will be missed by all.
Tish Thomas
Sunday, January 7, 2024
So sorry for the families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn Needham
Saturday, January 6, 2024
Lori,Joe,Timmy I'm so sorry to read about your Mom she was a good lady. Good to Tommy and you kids She was always kind to me and my family.Shes with your dad now and happy.
Andy Kerr
Saturday, January 6, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to the family for your loss !! It’s been many years since I’ve seen Aunt Doris Ann but I can still remember our visits to her and Uncle Tommy’s home in Earle when I was very young !! Her laughter - once you heard it - you was hooked - Uncle Tommy’s laughter also !!!
Johnny Garner
Saturday, January 6, 2024
So very sorry about Ms Doris passing. She was very special and always smiling. Prayers for all the family….
James and Cheryl linville
Saturday, January 6, 2024
She will be missed but I know she is Rejoicing up there with the Lord and her family.
Betty Smith
Friday, January 5, 2024
You will be missed Aunt Doris!
Dianne mcgee fisher
Friday, January 5, 2024
I love you all and wish I could be there with you. I know aunt Doris will be missed ??
Thea Jordan
Friday, January 5, 2024
I am blessed and consider myself lucky to have had you be a very special part of my life for so long and I am a better person for having known you. Thank you so much for loving and accepting me as one.of your own I love you so much momma and will miss you greatly! Rest in Love and tell my momma & daddy hello for me will ya! P.S Don't worry about Timbo so much I am here for him as usual momma! I love ya.