Marjorie was a life-long member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church and a graduate of Drew Central High School. She was devoted to country living and the working heart of a multi-generational farm family. She was a quilter and an active member of the Extension Homemakers Club, contributing to many activities from 4-H Clubs, the Drew County Fair, and was a co-founder of the Possum Valley Fun Day.
She is survived by four children, Eulea Kiraly of Monticello, James (Rene) Knowles of Possum Valley, Hope Jones of Mayflower and Mollie (Rob) Ward of Austin, TX. She had five grandchildren, Benjamin Kiraly of Charlotte, NC, Ildiko Kiraly Archer of Birmingham, AL, J.J. (Catherine) Knowles of Alexandria, LA, Cory Knowles of Possum Valley and Miranda Ward of Austin, TX. She also had seven beloved great-grandsons, Andrew and Austin Kiraly, Cutter and Kane Knowles, Chase and Raylon Knowles, and Grayson Archer. She also leaves behind three sisters, Inez Thomas and Nell Grimes both of Conway and Ethel Stiles of White Springs, FL; as well as many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at 16th Section Cemetery in the Possum Valley Community. Memorials are preferred to Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, c/o Barbie Eubanks, 178 Longview Road, Wilmar, AR 71675 or the Valley-16th Section Section Cemetery Association, c/o Rene Knowles, 324 Longview Road, Wilmar, AR 71675. The family would also like to encourage donations to local blood banks, because of the generous donations that others gave that gave us an extra year with our mother. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(27)
Gloria
Monticello, AR Friday, December 4, 2020 Sending prayers and hugs. May God wrap his arms around your family.Celeste & John Hall
Fordyce, AR Sunday, November 29, 2020 Ms. Marjorie will be greatly missed. I remember the wonderful greeting that she gave John, Rebecca and I when we come to visit the first time. Than the many time that she helped me understand the responsibility of a pastors wife.She gave me great insight and knowledge of the bible and other things as well.
May you all have peace and understanding during this time of lost. My thoughts and prayers with you.
Hershel Gober
Palm Coast, FL Saturday, November 28, 2020 Margie was one tough character, but I mean that is a positive way. I bought land from she and Pharris and Margie was always the one that wanted more detail. She was a great lady and I am glad she was my friend.Caleb Eubanks
Warrensburg, MO Wednesday, November 25, 2020 Loved visiting with Ms. Majorie when I got the chance. She will be missed. Sending you all peace and love during this time.Elgenia Ross
Monticello, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Elgenia Ross
Connie Causey Ollie
Swansea, IL Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Eulea, James, Hope, and Molly, We will all remember Ms Marjorie as such a sweet mother. She was always helping out. Love to you all and know I am thinking about you all during this sorrowful time. Connie Causey OllieGail Kizer
Dermott, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 I met Marjorie about 50 years ago and have enjoyed our friendship very much. She was a very talented person and loved sharing her talents. She and her husband, Pharris, raised some wonderful children and you didn't have to talk with her very long to realize that she loved them very much.Pam Gamble
Deermott, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 so sorry for your loss, prayers for the familyJanice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 What a precious and beautiful lady, a dear friend to us all She was well-loved by her family and friends; I truly loved her and will cherish the wonderful memories of being with her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God surround you with His loving arms to give you peace and comfort.With love & sympathy,
Janice
Steven Smith
NLR, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 A wonderful family, sorry for your loss.Pam Leeoer
, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Molly, My prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss. May God provide the comfort, healing and blessing each of you need.Pam
Mike Berry
Warren, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 CondolancesDebra Richardson
Warren, AR Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Thoughts and prayersKay Worbington
Monticello, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 All of Mrs. Marjorie's family have my sympathy! I'm praying for your comfort at this very sad time.Sherri & Dwight Witcher
Monticello, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 Dear Knowles Family,We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time!
JAMES MEEKS
Hamburg, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 Sorry for the loss of Ms. Margie, she was such a fine Christian Lady.Charles and Tina Williams
Wilmar, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 We are so sorry . She was a great lady. We all loved her so much.Prayers for the whole family.
Velma Thomas
Conway, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 Aunt Margie will be so missed by the Thomas Family. We love you. Fly high, Aunt Margie. Heaven is brighter with your presence! Inez, Michael and VelmaDennis Wells
Springdale, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 Eulea, so sorry for the passing of your mother. Prayers for you and the family. She was a great lady and will be missed.Dennis Wells
Anita Skinner
Monticello, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 Eulea, I'm saddened to learn about your mother's passing. May your family know peace as you cope with your loss.Douglas McCarty
Morrilton, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Ms. Margie. I know she touched many lives in a positive way. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.SUSIE CHADWICK
WILMAR, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF MRS. MARGIE'S PASSING. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.Karen Brown
Wilmar, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 She, along with her mother, were the first Possum Valley residents I was privileged to know before I moved here 37 years ago. She was a great friend. Loved by all who knew her she will be missed.Roberta (Aly) Bell (Laventhal)
Metairie, LA Monday, November 23, 2020 So very sorry and thinking of you, Hope.Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 Deepest sympathy to all of Marjorie's family. She will be missed.Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Monday, November 23, 2020 Deepest sympathy to all of Marjorie's family. She will be missed.James Glennon
Little Rock, AR Sunday, November 22, 2020 So very sorry for your loss. Peace, comfort and strength for the family.