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Hattie Bell Shorter
January 13, 1929 - May 25, 2020

Hattie Bell Shorter

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Mrs. Hattie was born January 13, 1929 to the late Joe and Hattie Wimbley. She attended Wilmar Public Schools. She joined Shady Grove A.M.E. Church at an early age. She was united in holy matrimony to the late Elmo Shorter Sr. on July 11, 1956. They were married 47 years. After raising seven children, five boys and two girls, she became employed at the Bradley Memorial Hospital in Warren, AR, working as a cook until retirement. Mrs. Hattie, also known as Mama, Grandma, or Aunt Hattie, was known for her great home cooking, especially her tea cakes. She later moved to the Dallas/ Fort Worth Metroplex, to live with Sharon and Elmo, and their children, Wendy, Justin and Sydni.
Mrs. Hattie departed this life on May 25, 2020 in Lewisville, TX. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, he siblings, Bill, Curtis, MC, Johnny Lee, James, Ethel and Clovis.
She leaves to cherish her memory, seven children and one step daughter; Walter (Francine) Givens of Zion, IL, Lonnie (Carol) Givens of Gurnee, IL, Thomas Shorter of Waldron, AR, Gary (Odessa) Shorter of Waukegan, IL, Shirley Shorter of Lewisville, TX, Elmo (Wendy) Shorter, Jr. of Euless, TX, Sharon Shorter of Lewisville, TX, Carolyn Matlock of Wilmar, AR, her twin sister, Mrs. Mattie Orr of Wilmar, AR, she also leaves 15 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 1 great- great grand and host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Viewing was held Monday, June 1, 2020 from 6:00 8:00 p.m., at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Graveside service will be Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. at Wilmar Cemetery, Wilmar, Arkansas. Sign online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.

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Visitation
Monday, June 1, 2020
from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71657
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Graveside Service
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
at 11:30 a.m.
Wilmar Cemetery
S 12th St
Wilmar, AR  71675
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Interment
Wilmar Cemetery
12th St.
Wilmar, AR  71675
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Condolences(11)

  1. Beverly Williams
    Lynwood, IL Wednesday, June 3, 2020 with deepest sympathy
  2. Lawrence and Coral Kennedy
    Spicewood, TX Tuesday, June 2, 2020 Sharon and Family, our deepest condolences to you during this season. We continuously pray for you as you celebrate her life and legacy. We are thankful for the peace knowing that your mom is rejoicing in heaven for eternity, and we will all one day rejoice together.
    Love,
    Lawrence and Coral
  3. Lonnie Givens Jr
    White Plains, NY Tuesday, June 2, 2020 Grandma,

    I'm so grateful to have had you in my life. Although my heart is heavy, I know that you are in a better place. Until me meet again.

    Love,
    Lonnie Jr
  4. Denise Orr
    Wilmar, AR Monday, June 1, 2020 Rest In Love Auntie ..I will Take care Of Grandmother..
  5. Keith Roberison
    Bossier City, LA Friday, May 29, 2020 Our deepest sympathies and prayers to Sharon and your family. Your SAU family (Dwayne, Jimmy, Joe and Keith)
  6. Jean bowen
    Hot spring village, AR Thursday, May 28, 2020 So sorry for your loss.
  7. Joann Adair Holian
    Monticello, AR Thursday, May 28, 2020 So sorry for your loss. Such a great lady.
    Prayers for her family at this sad time.
  8. Wanda Morgan McClellan
    New Edinburg, AR Thursday, May 28, 2020 It’s hasn’t been probably a week that I tried to call Mrs Hattie. When there was no answer, it made me wonder if she was ok. She and my mom worked together at the BCMC and was best of friends. She would call and check on momma on regular basis. We really cherished her friendship. We will be praying for all of you.
    The Ruth Morgan family.
  9. Trilisa Marshall
    Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 27, 2020 Praying for comfort for the family and may the Lord hold you all close and give your all strength. You all have my condolences, prayers and love.
  10. David & Andrea Hudson
    North Chicago, IL Wednesday, May 27, 2020 You're being held close in our thoughts and prayers.
  11. Janice WIggam
    Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, May 27, 2020 How sad to lose those whom we love so dearly. Please know my prayers are with you at this time. I pray God gives you peace and comfort in your loss

    With love& sympathy,
    Janice Wiggam

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