of Conway, AR
August 13, 1949 - April 10, 2024
Heber Jean Farmer McKissack, 74, left this earthly existence at her home in Conway and entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on April 10, 2024. She was born August 13, 1949 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to the late James Cecil and Ruth Boddie Farmer. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Stephen Louis McKissack.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in law, Marshall and Amy McKissack and Martin and Kelly McKissack, and her daughter and son-in-law Marie and Marty Kaiser. She will be missed by her grandchildren, Jackson McKissack and his wife, Katelyn, Grant McKissack, Carter McKissack and McKinley McKissack, Kelsey Otts and her husband, Levi, Macy McKissack, Evy Gates and her husband, Cody, Wesley McKissack, Teryn Kaiser and Cecelia Kaiser. Also left to treasure her memory are her great-grandchildren, Clara, Jonathan and Lydia Otts, Avery Gates and her brother, Dr. Patrick Farmer.
Heber graduated as Salutatorian of the Yellville-Summit, Arkansas class of 1967. She earned a B.S. degree in Physical Education from the University of Arkansas in 1971 and later obtained a Master's degree in Physical Education from UCA. She enjoyed gardening, all sports, loved supporting her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in all their endeavors and was a passionate fan of all things Razorbacks and Vilonia Eagles.
A 10:00am celebration of life will occur Monday, April 15, 2024 at Woodland Heights Baptist Church, 4215 Prince Street, Conway, Arkansas with visitation immediately following the service. Memorials may be made to Renewal Ranch or Baptist Collegiate Ministry.
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14 Condolence(s)
Marnie Osborne
Monday, April 15, 2024
Dear Heber will be missed by so many. She was a one-of-a-kind friend and encourager. She always had a kind word and a piece of wisdom for me. She will not be forgotten by me and I'll certainly miss her dearly!
Rick kersey
Monday, April 15, 2024
So, sorry to hear of Heber passing! Her & steve go way back in my life to University of Arkansas! Hav tried to stay in touch, but it’s been difficult over these many years! Our thoughts & prayers are with you all! Rick kersey
Ronnie ruff
Monday, April 15, 2024
Marshall, Martin, and Marie,
Michelle and I loved your mom so much. She is the only person we have ever known with the name Heber. This is fitting, because she was certainly one of a kind. We have many fond memories of her with her camera at games. She shared those photos with us and we will have those forever. Our thoughts, prayers, and hugs are with you all today and the days ahead.
Lynn Loyd
Monday, April 15, 2024
We are so saddened to hear about Heber. I don’t know of any other couple who have been so encouraging and supportive to Baptist Collegiate Ministry. Heber’s words of encouragement and challenge to continue the great BCM ministry at the UofA and UCA will echo for years to come. She will be missed.
Tim Starkey
Sunday, April 14, 2024
to the entire family and friends I am sorry for your loss
Joyce Norton
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Heber and Steve were two of our first friends when we joined Woodland Heights. Heber and I, along with many others hosted many showers together. She was a joy and a blessing and will be missed by many. Our prayers are with your family - Joe and Joyce Norton
Debi House
Saturday, April 13, 2024
We loved Heber. She was such a sweet and caring lady and witness for Jesus. She truly lived out her faith. I know she is happy to be reunited with Steve.
Gary & Sherri Cox
Friday, April 12, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to the family during this time of grief. Heber was a sweet and lovely woman. She always had a smile and an encouraging word. She brought Gary a little desk ornament once - a "tacks shelter." It's been on his desk ever since. For many years she brought all of our staff a yearly calendar from Chick-Fil-A so we could all "eat lunch on Steve and me!" (Each month had a coupon for something free or greatly reduced.) What a sweetheart she was. We are going to miss this faithful and godly lady, but will look forward to seeing her again in Heaven.
Ann & Ed Eason
Friday, April 12, 2024
We were saddened to learn of Heber's passing (And Steve's, as well). Through the Bible Memory Association and many church functions they certainly impacted our family and many others for our Lord Jesus. We shall not forget her, and will be lifting up the family as we await that certain reunion we shall have with them in the clouds when we meet the Lord in the air.
In Christ's love,
Ann & Ed
Jeff and Lisa Inness
Friday, April 12, 2024
Jeff and I are sending your family our deepest sympathies. Heber was such a great woman of pure faith - her family was so very special to her and she treated us like we were blood kinfolk. I always think of her when I feed my sourdough starter and have to laugh at the fact that while cleaning up her kitchen one day, I mistakenly through her starter out - not understanding what the heck it was. Our love and blessings to you all!
Katie Turnage
Friday, April 12, 2024
I ran into Ms. Heber at the gym often. She was a faithful member. She would always stop and talk with me. I felt encouraged after visiting with her. Ms. Heber would build me up as a wife and mother. She was a jewel and gone far too soon. Praying for her family as they remember her.
Sue laster
Friday, April 12, 2024
Only met Heber one time she brought her aunt Ruth to Clarksville , they stopped in the thrift shop where I was working . Knew her parents as my mom and her dad were in the Same class at Clarksville and mom drug me to classes reunions Her mom was librarian At uca But her brother and I attended same church in Clarksville ; to me he was example of what a Christian should be taking numerous people to dr appointment s , running church thrift store and was my mom beloved Sunday school teacher and fairly good drama professor at Ozarks. . Know Heber was more than sister but also a friend . Heber’ s family is in my prayers.
Joyce Talley
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Marshall, Martin, and Marie:
I’m going to miss my phone calls with my dear friend of 40+ years. We made many miles together cheering on our sons at ballgames. We had different views on lots of things, but we always said we’d just have to agree to disagree and our different views never got in the way of our true friendship. I’m sure going to miss my friend, but I know that she and Steve had a heavenly reunion. Prayers for you all during these hard days.
“Aunt” Joyce
Virginia Clements
Thursday, April 11, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss of a great woman!!! You are in our thoughts and prayers.