of Osceola, AR
October 27, 1928 - March 30, 2025
Dorris Dew, 96, of Osceola, AR passed away on March 30, 2025. She was born on October 27, 1928 in Portageville, MO to Ralph and Bessie Williamson. Dorris was a retired teacher and librarian for Luxora and Rivercrest Schools. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was an avid reader and book lover, so much so that she opened the first Mississippi County Public Library in Luxora. Dorris also found joy in painting and bird watching. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Poynor (James Boreson); grandchildren, Allison (Les) Myrick, Sara (David) Lawson, Daniel (Crystal) Dew; great-grandchildren, Drake Day (Jealynn Cates), Porter, Preston, Peyton and Presley Myrick, Hunter and Austin Lawson, Jay and Jacob Dew and daughter-in-law, Gina Dew. Dorris is preceded in death by her husband, James Dew; her son, James Dew Jr. and her parents. A visitation will be held at Roller-Swift Funeral Home on Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., with the funeral service to follow. To leave a fond memory, please visit our online guest book at www.RollerFuneralHomes.com.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Donna and the family, Donna probably doesn't remember me , but I had the pleasure working with Mrs Drew as a Teachers Aide in Headstart when Headstart first came to Arkansas , I was her Aide, I had went for training in North Carolina ,it was my first summer job after Graduating from Luxora Carver Southside High, She was such a Sweet Heart , I really didn't want the program to end, because I loved working with her so much, I often wondered about her over the years, RIL Mrs Drew , you will always be remembered and loved ..
Doris Dew was a special lady for the children of Luxora,Arkansas. She was such a sweet soul and when she was around you she gave you peace. When I came home and found out that she had opened the Library in Lux I took my kids over to meet her and the hug and smile I received was amazing!!! Thank you Mrs. Doris Dew !!! A true educator!
Mrs. Dew's passing is God's gain while leaving nothing but fond memories behind. She was a wonderful teacher and neighbor. Praying for His comforting hand on Donna and family.
Such a wonderful and sweet lady, prayers and love for the family..
She will be missed. I am glad that my granddaughter got to know her. She would love seeing her at the Mexican restaurant when we all would be there.
I will always think of the trips we made to Conway to see Aunt Melba.
My prayers to the family she was a great teacher
Mrs. Dew was our elementary school librarian in Luxora, and she helped me pick out the best books to read. She taught us the Dewey decimal system. She was a nice and lovely person. I know she will be missed.
My condolences, thoughts and prayers for her family. I remember her from Luxora High School library. So sorry for your loss.
She was my 5th grade school.teacher.
Prayers and condolences from.New Orleans, Louisiana.
She was one of the people that had a great influence on my childhood. Patient, kind, Godly but did not put up with nonsense at the same time. She was one of my mothers’ cherished friends and I know all of my family love her and have a great respect for her. I have often thought of her over the years , along with Donna and Allison. Such good memories and good people. Love to you all and God Bless!
Mrs. Dew was the most precious teacher I was fond of. My Deepest Condolences and Sincerest Symphathies to her family, loved ones and Friends.
Ms. Dew was a very sweet person. I remember she took me and a few others to the skating ring. My condolences and prayers goes out to her family
You helped me so much took me in n trained me to work in library at a difficult time in my grade years I'm very appreciative for you n we grew to be great friends you will be missed RIP it's all up hill now
Doris I will miss our conversations. Time on the backporch. Dinner at the Mexican place. So many good times. Going to Hot Springs, Vegas. We shared much. You will be so missed by me and so many others. Rest in peace my sweet friend. I love you.
I'm so sorry to hear of Mrs. Dew's passing. She was one of my 6th grade teachers. She was such a sweet and loving person to be around. I also had the opportunity to work with her at the Luxora Library during the summer. My deepest sympathy to the family.
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Mrs. Dew was a very sweet lady and was always nice to everyone who had the honor of knowing her. She sometimes would let me volunteer at the Luxora Public Library with her.
Prayers for her family!
So sorry to hear this! Donna, always felt as if you were part of our extended family growing up in Luxora and Osceola. Many precious memories growing up in the Luxora Baptist Church and Luxora Schools.
Mother always looked forward to seeing you and your Mom every Friday at the beauty shop. You were always so good and faithful to take care of your Mom. Now your precious Mother is in heaven with her family and friends. “Well done thy good and faithful servant.”
Only sweet memories of this previous lady. To Drake, Allison, Donna..I know you will miss her stories, her smiles, her beautiful face. She blessed us all with her presence. I love you and if I could I'd hold you tight and we both would cry.
Many memories of this sweet lady. She is forever loved. Prayers to her family.
I have known Mrs. Dew most of my life. She was my 6th grade teacher and I graduated from LHS with her daughter Donna in 1966. What a kind and gentle woman. RIP sweet lady.
Donna and family I am so sorry for your loss. Doris was a beautiful lady. My mother in law Charlene and her sister Lessie spent a lot of time with Doris at the Luxora Library. Doris was also one of my
elementary school teachers. I remember her inviting the whole class to the revival at Luxora Baptist
Church. Those were the days and The Lord was well pleased with your mother. May God comfort you and your family now and in the coming days ahead.
Prayers going up for the family. Great loss. my condolences and love for the family always
I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a joy to be around and a beautiful lady. Prayers for all of your family.
My condolences to the family, she was our neighbor and welcomed us with love. Prayers!
MS Dew was a Precious Loving Godly Family oriented Woman. She will be Greatly missed Terry Ray and her son Jimmy Dew grew up togeather REST High IN THE PRESENCE of JESUS Ms Dew
She was a great teacher, person & great friend. It was nobody like her. That’s why God left her on earth for almost a 100 years. Praying for Donna. Luv y’all
So many great memories I’ll forever cherish
Sending love and prayers.
Will miss you Best teacher at Luxora Elementary
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. The Douglass'
She was my 6th grade teacher. She was so sweet