of Paron, AR
September 13, 1941 - April 13, 2024
Mary Jane Gentry, born to Dollie and Wilburn Riden 9-13-1941 in Marianna, AR passed away on 4-13-2024.
She is survived by her husband, Thomas Gentry; daughter, Pam Carpenter (Dewayne); 2 sons, Deal Johnson (Sherri) and Dennis Johnson (Becky). Tommie Lyn Herren (Andy), Tana Evans (Bob); brother, Jim Riden (Brenda) and sister, Shirley Mallonee (Charlie). Mary had 9 grandchildren, Summer, Derek, Damon, Chris, Misty, Tiffany, Brittney, Jordan and Emilee. Numerous great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews she loved very much
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Billy and Glenn Riden and one granddaughter, Kelly.
She loved gardening, canning, her flowers, especially her rose bushes. Mary always wanted to share the start of her flowers and food from her garden. She loved reminding Tom that she killed more deer than him. Mary loved to hunt and fish at Ferncliff camp. She loved playing the piano and we would all sing along. Mary was so proud of her baby grand piano that Tom bought her. She loved the Lord and her church family. Mary loved to play the organ and sing specials at church. It is a Blessing to know we will see her again one day in heaven.
Visitation will be held at Hebron Baptist Church, 18715 Kanis, Little Rock, Arkansas, Monday, April 22, 2024 at 10:30 am, with a Celebration of Life starting at 11:00 am.
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13 Condolence(s)
Patricia A. (Hughes) Jones Wesley
Friday, September 20, 2024
Tom, Pam and all of Mary Jane's Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mary Jane's passing and extend my deepest condolences.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Raylene Clark
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
My sincerest condolences and prayers for your entire family.
Dennis Johnson
Monday, April 22, 2024
Mom you are going to be missed.
Love you so much!
Dennis, Becky, and Emilee.
Freddy Lawson
Monday, April 22, 2024
Lord bless this precious family during this time!!!
Love you
Freddy & Kay Lawson
Judy D Clements
Sunday, April 21, 2024
I only knew Mary for a little over 8 years ago. She played the organ at Hebron Baptist Church. I loved Mary. She was a very loving and giving person. Her love for Jesus was always known. Prayers for all that love her
Pam carpenter
Saturday, April 20, 2024
I was so blessed to have you as my mother I miss you love you always your pam pam
Cindy Leonard
Friday, April 19, 2024
Mary touched the lives of many with her love, her caring & giving nature. She always welcomed me in her home, treated me as her family, she always told Pam & Me when we left her house. " Now you girls be good" I will truly miss her, but she will always live on in my heart. I'm so very grateful to have known this beautiful lady.
Paula McInnes
Thursday, April 18, 2024
U will truely be missed!!! I loved you so much!!! Until we meet again
Jennifer Thomas
Thursday, April 18, 2024
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Jonathan Riden
Thursday, April 18, 2024
You will truly be missed by your family and friends. We love you and know your in heaven watching over us now.
Wille and Melinda
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
My favorite memory if you is coming by the house to see if I wanted go on y'alls adventure. I love you dearly and will miss you!!
Lacy Lewis
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. My husband and I send our condolences.
Deal and Sherri Johnson
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
We love you mama.
You’re the best mom a boy could have!
Denny