of conway, AR
July 8, 1951 - September 13, 2024
Jerra Harden Linn of Conway, Arkansas passed away Friday, September 13, 2024 at the age of 73. She endured a short but courageous battle with cancer.
Jerra was born in Helena, Arkansas. She grew up in Marianna, on a cotton farm as the youngest of six children. She had many fond memories of her life in a small town.
Jerra is survived by the ''love of her life''- her daughter, Allison Linn (Josh Waterhouse) of Fayetteville, Arkansas; her ''bonus'' daughter, Michelle Linn Anthony of Montgomery, Alabama and granddaughters, Mariah, Violet-Jean, Helen and Sutton Waterhouse of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Addison Anthony of Montgomery, Alabama and Ashley Anthony of Birmingham, Alabama; sisters, Betty Byarlay (Tom) of Little Rock, Arkansas and Joann Guresky of Hot Springs, Arkansas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Mary Harden; her sisters, Elizabeth ''Beth'' Thomson of Louisville, Kentucky and Marty Adams of Denver, Colorado and her brother, Jack Harden of Jonesboro, Arkansas.
Jerra retired from Conway Regional Medical Center where she was a respected and well-loved Nurse Case Manager. She was an advocate for dementia patients and their families.
Jerra was quick-witted and possessed the ability to tell stories in the most whimsical ways. She was a loving mother and a best friend to many.
The family would like to thank Julie Shipman for her years of loving care and friendship with Jerra. A special thanks to Dr. Parker Norris and Dr. Brad Tilley for their incredible provision of care for Jerra through her many health issues.
Memorials can be made to St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 925 Mitchell Street, Conway, Arkansas, 72034 and the Humane Society of Faulkner County, P.O. Box 1055, Conway, Arkansas, 72033 (www.fixingfaulknercounty.com).
Visitation with family and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 3:00 pm at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, 650 Central Landing Boulevard, Conway, Arkansas.
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22 Condolence(s)
Cindy Cloyd
Sunday, September 22, 2024
Jerra was a close friend during our younger years and we continued to stay in touch. I have so many wonderful memories of Jerra and there is always a laugh in the memory. Rest in peace sweet girl, you will be missed.
Tina Smith Fisher
Sunday, September 22, 2024
Allison and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of Jerra when we were young and living in Aubrey. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
JannnCothran Jordan
Saturday, September 21, 2024
I just saw where Jerra had passed away. I am so sorry. She was loved. Jerra had such a funny outlook on life so you just had to smile when you were around her. Please you and your new little family. She was so proud of you.
Miranda Klohn
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Oh Allison,my heart just breaks for you. I hate that I can’t be with you today. Your mama will live on through you and sweet Sutton. Love you so much!
Eternal rest grant unto her,O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen
Mike Hardin
Friday, September 20, 2024
Jerra will certainly be missed. We were classmates and she was a great friend. Quite the sense of humor. Rest in peace Jerra.
Valeria Smith
Friday, September 20, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. Jerra was so loved by those that knew her. She was a wonderful storyteller and fun to be around. She will be missed by many but the memories she leaves behind will live on with her friends and family.
Becky Downs
Thursday, September 19, 2024
I loved Jerra and she always told the best stories when I was with her. She will be missed dearly,
Cherry Buie
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Allison and family I am so sorry for your loss. Jerra was such a special person. She was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.
Linda Morey
Thursday, September 19, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Allison and family. Your mom was a special treasure! I met Jerra in 1997 when we worked together as nurses. We quickly became forever friends, and had many great (and funny) adventures through the years. The most common statement I heard from anyone who found out Jerra and I were friends was "Oh, Everybody Loves Jerra" (and they did!) Jerra and I both loved The Golden Girls series, so it is very appropriate at this time to say "Thank you for being a friend"...Until we meet again...Love you forever...Linda Morey
Gil Johnson, MD
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Jerra worked for me when I took over Rick Doss' practice in 1983. Patients adored her and some still ask about her. We stayed in touch. She was always upbeat and a great nurse and just so much fun to work with. As far as her credentials LPN, she would say that she was a licensed practically a nurse. Well let me say that she was a great one and experienced well above her credentials I will miss her sense of humor, her wit, her sense of reality and her friendship.
Gil Johnson MD
Mary Hagenlocker
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Condolences to all the family and friends. I worked at the hospital with Jerra for years probably in the 70s til her retirement. She was fun, full of laughter, and so beautiful inside and out. We always ended our discussion with how is Megan my daughter and how is Allison which she loved you so much and appreciated all you did for her, Jerra smile was radiant when speaking about you. I’m very sorry for your loss.
Lathecia Wilburn
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with Jerra’s family during this difficult time. She will be deeply missed and always remembered.
Paul Lentz
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Scarlett Bone Cole
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
I was introduced to Jerra through Michelle when we were kids. She was a great conversationalist and just a joy to be around! She will be deeply missed!
Sue Bradford Wallace
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
I wish I could have spent more time with Jerra in later years. I do have memories of long ago. Prayers for all her family and friends.
Marilyn Whitley
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
My SIL forever you will be missed dearly but I promise Sutton Caroline will always know her "Gran" had a kind heart and the most kind words to everyone she met... prayers for Allison and Family for the days to come.
Pansy Burns
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Dear Allison and family:
So sorry for the loss of such a wonderful personality! I've known Jerra since 4th grade and she was truly a HOOT!
May GOD wrap HIS loving arms around you all and give you peace and comfort.
Dr.Karen Young
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Condolences to the family and friends of Jerra in the loss you must be experiencing. The huge group of friends and colleagues that have shared her life all have many special stories that involve Jerra.
Brenda Dowdy
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Our hearts go out to you and the family. My mother really liked Jerra and she will be missed Jerra is in heaven comparing stories with my mom and Ms Linn! In our prayers
Brenda Dowdy
Melanie Whitley
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
We dearly loved Jerra. She told the best stories. Sending prayers for comfort.
Edith Kitts-Seger
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
My heart goes out to you in your loss, a loving Mother is something to cherish and remember. I know Melanie thought so much of your Mom. May you find comfort and help to work this hard loss, prayers for you.
Sara Adkins
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
I met miss Ms. Jerra for the first time when I became friends with Allison, more than 2 decades ago. She was such a force and I could see how much she loved her daughter Allison. I loved visiting her and listening to her stories. She is an unforgettable, strong woman whose memory will live on in her amazing daughter Allison and her granddaughter Sutton. Sending love and hugs to all of her family.