She was a kind and loving wife, mother, and grandmother who loved taking care of her grandchildren. She was an avid hunter of duck, deer, squirrel and any other game that the boys were hunting. She was a fun person to be with, loved working with children and spent many years working in the church nursery.
Mrs. Hilton taught fourth grade at Forrest Park Elementary School in Pine Bluff and taught one year at 34th Street Elementary School before returning back to Forrest Park. She finished her teaching career at Oak Park Elementary School in Pine Bluff.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by two brothers, Elmer Hemme, Jr. and Clyde Hemme; and three sisters, Florence Chavelette, Phyllis Fitts and Jo Flanigen.
Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Jerry Hilton; one son, Jay Hilton and wife Sarah; one grandson, Andrew Hilton and wife Hannah; one granddaughter Emily Hilton all of Monticello; three great-grandchildren, Ava Jane Hilton, Andi Hilton and Rex Elliot Trantham; and three sisters, Patsy Hosford of El Dorado, Sue McAnally of Tallahassee, FL and Jimmie Gail Hopson of Roe, AR
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Family visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Pauline Missionary Baptist Church and the memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. James Taylor and Rev. Larry Clements officiating. Memorials may be made to Pauline Missionary Baptist Church or the charity of your choice. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(26)
Ann L. Roberts
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, March 14, 2017 Remembered as a great lady who was loved by many students and their partents.Wanda White Crockett
Wilmar, AR Thursday, February 23, 2017 Bro Jerry, Jay and family. Our prayers are with you. Prayer for strength, hope, peace and joy as you have wonderful memories. Mama Jane was a loving and gracious lady who lived her faith and passed it on to all the children she taught and lived. Love you guys and miss you.Bev, Chip, Curtis, Toby LaGrone
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 23, 2017 We love youJanie Derden
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Loved you, Aunt Jane and will never forget the summer at the lake! Love to all your family, Janie Prislovsky DerdenRex and Brenda Robinson
Fordyce, AR Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Jay and family, we are so sorry to hear about your Mon or as our children calls her Mama Jane she will be dearly missed We pray God blessings on each of you, and know you are loved by our familyAnne Burke
Bentonville, AR Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Jerry and Family,I am so sorry. I always enjoyed Jane. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers,
Anne Burke
Henry Greener
Benton, AR Wednesday, February 22, 2017 I am deeply saddened at the passing of "Mamma Jane."While I didn’t know her as long as some did, I was deeply blessed by her spirit. I will forever see her radiant smile and feel her warm, loving embrace:
God is our refuge and strength,
A very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear,
Even though the earth be removed,
And though the mountains be carried
into the midst of the sea;
Psalm 46:1-2
All my love, support and prayers:
Henry Greener
South Carolina Family
Camden, SC Wednesday, February 22, 2017 We are so sorry for your loss. The Almond guys thought so much of Mrs. Jane. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.Bart Langford
Mabelvale, AR Wednesday, February 22, 2017 What a nice picture of a very nice lady!!! So many of us will always be better people because Mama Jane touched our lives!! Everyone who she met had a better life because of it. One of my best memories is Mama Jane's cookies being delivered on the back of a 4 wheeler during dove hunting. I pray that God will bless and take care of you all. I know He has taken care of Mama Jane. Thank you for sharing her with me.... BartLaDonna Stone
Terrell, TX Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Fly high MOMMA JANE!! Heaven definitely gained a most precious Angel!!! She was a beautiful lady and soul...she was an amazing woman and I am so very blessed to have known her. Granddad, Jayda, Sara, Andrew, Hannah, Emily & children, my prayers are with you. I pray that God holds you all more closely at this time and comforts each of you as only HE can...much love and prayers for you all.Heidi Hogue
, TX Tuesday, February 21, 2017 She was such a precious sweet lady. She loved her family and I am sure will be missed by so many.Vicki Scott
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2017 May you find peace in the days to come. A wonderful lady who touched the lives of many. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.BARBARA NEWTON
MONTICELLO, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2017 SUCH A SWEET LADY. SHE WILL BE MISSED. PRAYING FOR HER FAMILY.Gary and Donna Weeks
Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2017 We are sorry for your loss Mrs. Jane . What a wonderful and lovely woman. May God comfort you all. .Kaytlin Cruce
Rison, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2017 I am so sorry for your loss. She was the sweetest lady. My prayers are with you all during this time.Scott Milburn
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Jay,So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your comfort.
Pat Savage Montgomery
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2017 So sorry to hear about your loss. She was a precious lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Josh Frost
Savannah, GA Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Mr. Jerry, Mr. Jay & family: I am just so saddened this morning, to hear of Mama Jane's passing. She was such an amazing woman, who touched countless lives during her time on earth. She had such a sweet spirit and personality, and she was loved and admired by many. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.KK Gibson Fletcher
, TX Tuesday, February 21, 2017 So sorry to hear of your loss, she was a sweet precious lady, and will missed by many. May God comfort you at this time... love you.KKSusan & Max McGowen
Benton, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2017 You touched so many lives in so many ways - a classy, fun, caring, thoughtful soul who shared so much love with everyone. A beautiful spirit who left a positive, loving footprint on this Earth. You are missed and loved."Don't take a single day for granted. Take delight in each light-filled hour." Ecclesiastes 11:8 Kathryn Jane Hilton loved life to the fullest.
Here's to you, Mama Jane - thank you for the memories.
Miriam Hughes
Oak island, NC Monday, February 20, 2017 I have to say that Jane was one of my favorite people. She will always be one of my fondest memories of growing up in Pine bluff. We could not have had better nieighbors . She Always some sort of michief going on, and always took time to spend with me. She even sent cards to my children for years. I am so sorry for your loss , and I will pray for all of you. Hugs from North Carolina. MiriamChuck & Nancy Fuller
Pine Bluff, AR Monday, February 20, 2017 We have many fond memories of Jane. Growing up on 38th and 37th with a bunch of good kids was so much fun. Nancy and I send our deepest sympathy and love.Beverly and Larry Stevenson
Holland, MI Monday, February 20, 2017 We are so sorry to hear of Mama Jane's passing. She was such a precious lady and so many loved her, Thank the Lord she is now in his hands. Jerry, Jay, Sarah and Family, you are all in our prayers. We Love You All.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, February 20, 2017 My heart is saddened to read about Jane's death. She was such a precious lady and great friend to all. I have cherished the memories of her's and your great care for my mother. May God give each of you peace and comfort.With love & sympathy,
Janice
Joni
Searcy, AR Monday, February 20, 2017 Prayers for your family. Love Joni FreeLela Wilson/David Menotti
Wilmar, AR Monday, February 20, 2017 Deepest sympathies but also joy for your mother's passing to a brighter home. I have felt your loss since losing my own mother and although they are always missed, I know you will find comfort in knowing she is in such a wonderful place now.