of Searcy, AR
August 1, 1942 - May 3, 2024
Zena Elizabeth Falcinelli, 81, of Kensett passed away on May 3, 2024 surrounded by her family. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home of Searcy, Arkansas.
Zena was born on August 1, 1942 to the late Rose Lee Acree Andrews and Roland Andrews. She had two brothers, Carol and Wayne Andrews who preceded her in death. Zena grew up in Georgetown, Arkansas and graduated from Westpoint High School. Her passion in life was working with adults with developmental disabilities. She retired after 45 years of Service in this field. For the majority of this time, she served as the Executive Director of Newhope Specialized Industries.
Zena married Joseph Falcinelli in 1963. The two were married until his passing in1989. They raised one daughter together.
She married Charles Berry in 1993 and they were married until his passing in 2019. Upon marrying Charlie, she gained a bonus family of his four children, that loved her as their own.
Zena had a servant's heart and constantly worked to help others. She is remembered for her dedicated service to the community. She was constantly working to improve the lives of those she loved, especially adults with disabilities. The clients at Newhope were part of her family.
Zena is survived by her daughter, Jeanine (Rodney) Scarbrough of Searcy, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Maddie (Michael) Lunsford of Norfork, Arkansas and Tanner Scarbrough of Fort Worth, Texas and one great granddaughter, Zena Eliza James Lunsford; her bonus family including three children, Scotty Berry, Brent (Brinda) Berry and Joy Berry (Latt); six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; along with a large extended family of many aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, nieces and nephews and caregivers that were near and dear to her. She was preceded in death by one son, Rob Berry and one grandson.
In Lieu of flowers, please make donations in Zena's memory to Newhope Specialized Industries, 1223 Linden Street, Searcy, Arkansas.
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6 Condolence(s)
Melton Sloan
Friday, May 10, 2024
Jeanine
I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family.
Marcia Lunsford
Thursday, May 9, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. Zena was a special sweet lady. She will be missed.
Marvin Delk Jr.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Ms. Zena has been a friend of our family for many years and we always enjoyed visiting with her when ever she had a project she needed help with at New Hope. Our condolences go out to her family and we pray that God in heaven will strengthen and comfort you and accomplish His purposes in your lives.
Roy Glen Carter
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Zena was like a second mother to me. Sending you my deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Wendy Ellis
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
She was a wonderful mother and wife. Love the memories I have with her from my childhood. She truly had a servant's heart.
Angela Tucciarone Ruby & Frank Tucciarone
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Thoughts, prayers and sympathy to all of Zena's family. The Tucciarone family is so grateful for the time Zena and Ruby Rozella was able to share with each other during a recent video chat. May loving memories give you strength.