of Searcy, AR
October 20, 1937 - February 5, 2025
Mrs. Alice Avanell Peppers, resident of Searcy, Arkansas, gained her eternal reward on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in the comfort of her home at the age of 87, while surrounded by her family. Alice was born in West Helena, Arkansas on October 20, 1937, the daughter of John B. Staggs and Katie Bessie (Buckley) Staggs.
Alice and her husband, Willie Edward Peppers, were united in marriage on August 2, 1955. Mrs. Peppers worked as seamstress, school bus driver, a teacher's aide and a nurse for over 40 years and she was a member of Faith Assembly of God where she served as a leader for the Rainbows children's program. She loved her church and her Pastor. She enjoyed sewing, teaching Sunday School, talking and singing about Jesus, leading the women's ministry at her church in West Helena, The Gaither's, caring for others, spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren and her Razorbacks.
Mrs. Peppers was preceded in death by her parents, John B. Staggs (1971) and Katie Bessie Staggs (1998); her husband, Willie Edward Peppers (1993); two brothers, Simon Cyughlin Staggs (2024) and Samuel Prince Beckham ''Bubber'' Staggs (2002); a sister, Gloria May Cline (2008); a daughter, Lisa Kay Henson (2005) and a son, Ronald Dean Peppers (2017).
She is survived by a sister, Blossom La-Gayle Vickers of West Memphis; a daughter, Susan Lanell Blue of the home; three sons, Eric Glen Peppers and wife, Michelle of Romance, William Edward Peppers and wife, Judy of Byhalia, MS and Jackie Don Peppers and wife, Dianne of Morrison, IL; a daughter, Sharon Diane Handel and husband, Gary of Rock Falls, IL; 20 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren and a few great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
A public visitation will be held at Roller Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy, AR on Friday, February 14th from 5pm-7pm. Services will be held at Faith Assembly of God on Hwy 16 in Searcy, AR on Saturday, February 15 at beginning at 10:00 AM. Burial will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena.
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Melba Vickers
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Susan and Eric, I have such fond memories of your mom when I worked at Barton Elem. There is no doubt where she is now. She was the nicest , most Godly woman I've ever known, She was so much fun. She, Carol and I had so much fun.
Danny and Judy Vandiver
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Susan and Eric:
To know your mother was to love her. Avanelle was a jewel, and I know she is shouting glory in her heavenly mansion. We pray comfort and peace for all the family. You have that blessed hope of seeing her someday.
Danny and Judy Vandiver
Judy Travis
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Erick I am so sorry for Loss. I pray that gives you rest and comfort. Robbie and I will be praying for your family.
Danny and Roxie Wilson
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
So sorry to hear this. I graduated with Lisa and, remember your mom from school. Such a sweet lady.
Prayers for all of you.