She confessed her love for Christ at an early age and joined Holmes Chapel. She had many roles including former youth Sunday School teacher, trustee, deacon, communion, preparer and participant of adult Sunday School, prayer meeting and Bible study. She was also a member of the usher board for over 20 years, where she served as the chairperson.
She attended Drew Central Schools where she graduated in 1971. She worked for 15 years at Burlington Industries in sewing where she had seven consecutive years of perfect attendance. She also worked at H&L Poultry for a number of years. Along with working other part-time jobs, she worked at the University of Arkansas at Monticello where she performed the task of dining room worker as well as custodian for several buildings until the Lord called her home.
She is survived by her two daughters, Christi Veasey Berry and Shalonda (Johnathan) Matthews-Joiner; three grandchildren, Justin and Demarcus Berry and Legaci Joiner; three brothers, Dalton (Martha) Fisher, Johnny Ray Spencer and Kent (Sandra) Spencer; one sister, Tyronza David; an aunt, Mildred Jones, all of Monticello, AR; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many devoted friends.
Condolences(7)
Henry & Lula Harden
Monticello, AR Saturday, November 22, 2014 Our prayers and thoughts are with during your time of bereavement. May God bless and comfort you.Cheryl Collins
Monticello, AR Saturday, November 22, 2014 My prayers and thoughts are with the family of Francene Spencer Matthews. Look to Jesus Christ for love and comfort. He said that He will never leave us or forsake us.Marilyn "Inky" Matthews
Sherwood, AR Wednesday, November 19, 2014 Christy, Shalonda and children, brothers and sister, stay strong. My thoughts are with you. Francene was a great sister-in-law. Will miss her.Larry & Sammye Matthews
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, November 18, 2014 To a wonder friend and mother we will miss you. Larry and SAMMYE MatthewsTanisha David
Monticello, AR Tuesday, November 18, 2014 I miss you so much already aunt. Rest on Love TTcarolyn matthews
Monticello Arkansas, AR Tuesday, November 18, 2014 May God be with the family of francene matthews may God richly embrace you and comfort each and everyone of you and this time of your lost loved one but heaven has gained another because truly she was a soldier in the army of the Lord and now she has the prizeDolly Farmer
Monticello, AR Monday, November 17, 2014 Teranza and family I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap His comforting arms around each of you during this time..