of Jonesboro, AR
October 18, 1953 - June 16, 2024
Barbara Jones Reeves, ''Susie'', passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 at her home in Jonesboro, AR with those whom she loved the most. She was born October 18, 1953 to Ray and Jewell Jones of Harrisburg, AR. She was 70 years old. Barbara enjoyed her time on this earth trout fishing, winning competition bbq trophies taller than her, eating all the oysters she could find and being a loving wife, mother, Mamaw and Barbie to her family which she was so proud of. Throughout all of this, she was a two time breast cancer survivor and one heck of a fighter.
Heaven had a welcoming crew ready for Barbara's arrival at the pearly gates including her parents; her brother, Carl Shannon and her two sweet pups, Punkin and Izzy.
Those missing her love include her husband of 38 years, Rick Reeves; two daughters, Stephanie (Jason) Barnhill and Sarah Reeves (William) Boyd; five grandchildren, LeighAnn (Coe) Brock and JC ''Trey'' Hall, as well as Malone, Conleigh and Frankie Boyd; four great-grandchildren, Adalynn Hall and Mannie, Sailor, and Kellie Brock; one sister, Carolyn (Jerry) Koster; and a sister-in-law, Linda (Tommy) Davis; one brother, Randy (Diane) Jones and too many nieces and nephews to count.
Barbara's life will be celebrated 2 pm Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro. Burial will follow at Nettleton Cemetery.
Visitation will be 5-7 pm Wednesday evening at the funeral home.
Just a few of the always supportive friends that have played great roles in Barbara's life and who will also serve as pallbearers will include Cleon Johnson, Mark Badgely, Mathas Badgely, Jeb Barlow, James Best and Beecher Weatherall. Michael Graddy will serve as an honorary pallbearer.
In lieu of flowers, please consider the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Attn: Donations, 1500 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA. 90266.
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35 Condolence(s)
Wendell and Nancy Gilbert
Friday, June 21, 2024
Rick & family. Nancy and I are very sadden to hear of Barb’s passing. We will
always remember the great times we had fishing. Our prayers for you and family.
Noyal & Agnes Jones
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Stephanie & Country we are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Praying for you & the family.
Sue Leidig
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers are going out to your family
Mike & Paula Graddy
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Barbara & Rick have been our friends for many years! We have wonderful memories of the many times we have been together! We will miss her so much, but she will live on in our hearts and our many wonderful memories!
Ashley Weaver
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Sarah, my heart goes out to you and your family. Praying for you all. Love you!
Ken and Ann Ware
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Heaven has sure gained an angel. Barbara was an amazing woman. One meeting with her and I felt like family. I loved her so very much. I didn’t get to see her very often, but every time I ran into her.. it was like coming home. I am so sorry for the loss and heartbreak you are feeling right now Rick, Stephanie, Sara and family. Will be covering you in prayers and always thinking of you.
Samantha Hess
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Such a fun loving soul. Barbara will truly be missed by so many people. Hugs for all of you through this difficult time.
Charles and Tami Best
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
We want to send our love to all of you. You had a very special wife Rick . Always smiling when we would meet. We are praying for comfort and peace to all the family
Chuck Oberste
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Always a kind word and a sweet smile is what got when you chanced to meet Barbara.
To Sarah and Rick, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Ron Mathes
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Condolences to Rick and family.
Danny craft
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
I didn’t know Barbara a long time,but in the short time i was around her i believe she was someone you could not help but love and respect her. Heaven just received a new angel. God bless Rick and family
Ginger Gahr
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Barbara was a beautiful soul. We met through bbq competitions and quickly became friends. You will truly be missed!
Patrick and Laura Courtois
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Sarah, Laura and I are very sorry for your loss. We love you and will be praying for you and your family.
Skip and Jeralyn
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Carl Thalgott
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
We all loved Barbara, her smile & graciousness will always be missed.
Tonya Booher
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Scott and I are so very sorry for your loss.
Barbara was a sweet, kind, beautiful soul.
She will he missed.
Bret E Askew
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
So sorry Rick, prayers for you and yours.
Sheila Guinn
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
So sorry To all the family for your loss
May you find peace
Love
Rusty and Sheila Guinn
JAMES W BRIMHALL SR
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST I LOVED TO COOK BBQ BESIDE HER AT THE COMPS AND KID HER ABOUT MY MAIL ORDER BRIDE, PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND FAMILY THRU THIS .
Jim and Connie Stover
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Barbara was an amazing person. Kind, smart and quick witted!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim and Kari Winningham
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
We loved Barbara, she was such a kind and loving woman. Our prayers cover the family.
Stonie Vandyke
Monday, June 17, 2024
Rick, I am truly hurt by this news. You and Barbara were such caring and considerate neighbors. We all kept up with each other on facebook after our move. I know she will be so missed. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Mable see olson
Monday, June 17, 2024
We are so sorry to hear the lost of your mom . Our prayers are with you today andthe coming days. God bless you
Margaret Hall Tyler
Monday, June 17, 2024
Stefanie, Leigh Ann and Trey I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ashley (Escue) Whittingham
Monday, June 17, 2024
Hearing this news just breaks my heart! She was such an amazing mom to me when I spent the night with Sarah (Hey! Ask your mom to see if I can come over!) Heaven has gained such a wonderful angel!
Scott and Regina Escue
Monday, June 17, 2024
She will be missed!
Ralph Leavell
Monday, June 17, 2024
Rosemary and I are deeply saddened by the news of Barbara passing. She always seem to have a smile for me whenever I made a visit at the store. To Rick and the girls may her memories ease the grief you feel and thoughts of hers bring you peace.May she RIP.
Skip & Linda Hogue
Monday, June 17, 2024
Rick and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your precious wife and mother. Sending hugs and prayers to you all. Also, to you Rick, prayers from St. Bernard's Engineering gang.
Larry and Terry Brimhall
Monday, June 17, 2024
She was a beautiful person. Sorry for your loss.
Mickey Lindsey
Monday, June 17, 2024
Rick as I read this terrible news about Barbara's passing my heart breaks. I know you are lost in grief and i'm sure you are hurting beyond measure. I will always remember her as a sweet lovely person that showed her grace in every way. I too lost a close loved one, my brother, to pancreatic cancer. I want you to know that I love you and will keep you in my prayers.
Patrick Sullivan
Monday, June 17, 2024
She will truly be missed. She had a certain calming in her voice. She was always smiling and positive.
Vernon Owens
Monday, June 17, 2024
Beautiful lady, classmate whom we will dearly miss. Rest in Peace sweet lady!
Byron or Susan N Gatlin
Monday, June 17, 2024
Rick Stephanie, and Sarah, Byron and I are both so very sorry for Barbra's passing. She was so very sweet, and so fun to be around and talk to. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days as you say your last goodbyes. We love you all.
Byron and Susie Gatlin
Cleon Johnson
Monday, June 17, 2024
Miss Barbara (mom), I will truly miss you! It's an amazing honor and privilege to serve as one of your pall bearers! I love you so very much!
Cheryl bennett
Monday, June 17, 2024
Sure will miss u on this earth but I know ur in much better hands in heaven. Prayers for ur surviving family.