of Conway, AR
January 15, 1944 - March 19, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Iva Garrett, who passed away on March 19, 2024 at the age of 80.
Born on January 15, 1944 in Guy, Arkansas, she grew up in Little Rock and later moved to Greenbrier, where she lived most of her life, before moving to Conway at the end of her life. She was a dedicated and loving wife to her late husband, Eddie Garrett; a devoted mother to her children, Lango Garrett and Kay Kay Garner and a member of Greenbrier Church of Christ.
Iva Lene Garrett lived a fulfilling life and was a woman of many talents and passions. She had a green thumb and loved tending to her garden, which was always in full bloom. She enjoyed solving crossword puzzles in her free time, loved dogs and enjoyed traveling, especially with her sister, Sue Johnson, granddaughters, Krista and Whitney and great friend, Cindy Wood.
Iva Lene Garrett was a kind and generous soul, always putting others' needs before her own. Her love and compassion extended to all those who knew her and she will be remembered for her infectious smile and warm personality.
Iva is preceded in death by her parents, Ivory Bettis and Julia Lane Bettis of Guy; her husband, Eddie Garrett of Greenbrier and her great-grandson, Max Elsinger of Conway. She is survived by her sister, Sue Johnson of Greenbrier; brother, Eddie Bettis of Greenbrier; her son, Lango Garrett of Greenbrier; her daughter, Kay Kay Garner (husband, Mike) of Conway; 2 grandchildren, Krista Mitchell of Fayetteville and Whitney Elsinger of Conway and 4 great-grandchildren, who will miss her dearly.
A funeral service will be held for family and friends at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 1:00pm with visitation on Friday, March 22, 2024 from 6-8:00pm at the same location.
Rest in peace, dear mother. You will forever be in our hearts and memories.
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18 Condolence(s)
Dorothy Stewart Morlan
Monday, April 15, 2024
Just read about Ivalene. So sorry she was a dear friend. Love to all of you at this time. Love and prayers. Dorothy Morlan
Jeanette Merritt Ablondi
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Dear Sue ,I know you will miss your sweet sister . Many prayers and angle hugs in the days ,weeks and months to come.
Debbie Barron Robertson
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Continued prayers for all family and friends at the loss of Iva Lene. I sure loved that sweet lady! I hate missing her services. I had out of state prior obligations that I couldn't change. She always made me smile. She was a very beautiful lady. Inside and out.
Connie D Smith
Saturday, March 23, 2024
I such a sweet lady! I'm praying for comfort for her kids, Grandkids and sister.
Karen Mitchell
Friday, March 22, 2024
Mango, I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. It takes a tiny piece of your heart when we lose a parent. I pray for Gods comfort for you and the entire family. Karen Mitchell
Leetta Brewer
Friday, March 22, 2024
Iva Lene was one of the first friends I made when I moved here many years ago. She was also for many years, a neighbor. Always a good neighbor and friend. It sure hit me hard and I'll miss her. Love and prayers to Kay Kay, Lango, her grand children, and all, her family. Iva Lene was a class act.
Jason and Jennifer Courville
Friday, March 22, 2024
Mike and Kay Kay, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Garrett
Friday, March 22, 2024
Lango and Kay Kay, we sincerely send our love and prayers to you both from our hearts! When I returned here to marry Hal, Jr., I met your Mother! She was very soon my Aunt Iva Lene, I stopped in almost everyday to her tanning salon. Everyday I got her biggest hug and we would talk and laugh and such love came from her for me! She was like a love magnet to me, and I loved her so very much! There is 2 things I know for sure, how she loved both of you, she had something to say about you almost every day! The other thing is she was a beautiful woman outside and inside! I know she has made her final journey and she has no more worries and no more pain! Everything is well now with Aunt Iva Lene she is in Heaven having a grand reunion with Uncle Eddie and all her loved ones there! I know Jesus made a way for us to go and be with her again and what a glad morning that will be for us all! I know you both have wonderful memories of her and I ask that you both share them often! I loved Aunt Iva Lene with my whole heart and I plan to be there to share a reunion with her and all my loved ones there! We love you Lango and Kay Kay and we pray abundant blessings over you both! That the Lord's presence will be felt around you as you go through today and the days ahead! God bless you both, Hal, Jr. & Deb Garrett
Jerry & Janis Robbins
Friday, March 22, 2024
Kay Kay, Lango, Krista, Whitney, Sue and all of Aunt Iva Lene's families, we are saddened for her passing, but also rejoicing that she is no longer ravaged by the pain & suffering she endured. She is reunited with your Dad & other loved ones, and we will all see her again. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, until we see you again, we love you Aunt Iva Lene. Love you all.
Floyma Sutterfield
Friday, March 22, 2024
My heart is breaking to know about the loss of your mom and my dear friend. She was a kind and generous lady who thought of others before herself ! She was a Christian who let her light shine daily, making a difference in our world for the good! I will miss her so much,sending comfort and blessings to each of the family. Much love to all, Floyma Sutterfield and Family
Bonita Holley
Thursday, March 21, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you. a very sweet precious lady.
Jim and Charlsie McBride
Thursday, March 21, 2024
We were saddened to learn of your Mother's passing. The family will be in our prayers for comfort and peace.
Sherry Clements
Thursday, March 21, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Pat Evetett
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
So sorry for your loss she was a special beautiful lady Kay Kay and Lango y'all will be in our thoughts and prayers,always loved this family!!
Deena Hartsfield
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. Such a sweet and kind person that always had a smile and kind word to say when we saw each other. Krista, I know much you and everyone will miss her. Love and prayers, Deena
Cathy Lamastus
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Praying for all her family.
Donna Berry
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Kay & Lango, so sorry to hear about your Mom. I knew her back in the day when all of us were much younger and families visited each other more. I remember when she lived in Conway before she married your Dad. Always such a sweet lady!! I know all of you will missed her terribly..May God wrap His arms around y'all and give you peace.
Sue Johnson
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
I love you and miss you so much. I will always treasure our memories. I just wish we had more time together. Every trip Julie, Noah and I make . You will be in our Thoughts and Heart. I Love you Sis. RIP Love