"Miss Jimmie", as she was known to many, lived a life of devotion to her family, her faith and her friends. An avid Razorback fan since 1946, she followed University of Arkansas sports with unbridled passion. She was a member of the Pea Ridge United Methodist Church.
Jimmie loved Southern cooking and sharing it with others. Her fried pies were legendary at community and church events. She was known for her quick wit, sense of humor and storytelling skills that were a constant source of entertainment for family and friends.
One of her most special attributes was the countless acts of kindness she provided never forgetting a birthday, small gifts for those typically underappreciated at the holidays, support for someone in need that mean so much and cost little.
In association with the Dorcas Group of Bentonville United Methodist Church, she crocheted hundreds of baby sweaters over the years to serve newborns and families in Northwest Arkansas. She often delighted friends expecting babies and grandbabies with heirloom-quality crocheted baby blankets.
Prior to kindergarten becoming part of the Arkansas public school system, Jimmie taught kindergarten at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
She is survived by a son Bernard "Bert" Ellis Hart, III of Rockwall, Texas, and his wife Jennifer; a daughter Elizabeth Kay Hart of Fayetteville; two grandchildren Benjamin Ellis Hart of Fayetteville and Leah Elizabeth Hart of Rockwall, Texas and treasured cousins, nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home in Monticello, Ark., with the services beginning at 11 a.m., Reverend Hammett Evans officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery. To sign the online guest book please visit www.stephensondearman.com
Condolences(8)
Suzanne Stansbsury
Hilton Head Island, SC Friday, October 5, 2018 The couple of times I was in Miss Jimmie's company, I found her delightful. Her daughter, Kay, is an inspiration to us all in laughter, intelligence, and caring.Doug Treanor
Oxford, MS Friday, October 5, 2018 Kay and Bert I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a dear, sweet lady. I wish you and yours peace.Norene Weston
Pea Ridge, AR Friday, October 5, 2018 Jimmie was a very special lady and will be so missed.Liz Schlegel Smith
Cabot, AR Friday, October 5, 2018 Kay, I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Im know how hard it is to lose someone so special. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Bert.Sara Treanor Sherman
Bella Vista, AR Friday, October 5, 2018 Fond memories of our families visiting eachother. Our moms laughing, dads talking and us (kids) talking/playing. Love and prayers for your family.Sonya Jones
Fayetteville, AR Friday, October 5, 2018 I was so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was such a good friend to my mother Katie Jones. I’m also sorry I didn’t know she was in the Fayetteville area as I would have loved a visit with her. Love to you all.Danny Glass
Wardell, MO Friday, October 5, 2018 It saddens me to hear of the passing of Ms Hart she was a fine lady with I have the upmost respect for her.I will miss her and the wealth of information she had about the history of the family.
Nancy Young
East Cleveland, OH Thursday, October 4, 2018 To the family of Jimmie H Hart. My family sends their deepest sympathy to you. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to you and your family. Isaiah 25 verse 8.