Elva was a 1965 graduate of Monticello High School and was retired after working many years for Byrd Manufacturing in Star City, Pine Bluff Industries, Burlington Industries in Monticello and United Dollar Store in Monticello. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by two brothers, John David Lawson and Jesse Lee Lawson; and a sister, Betty Jane Lawson.
She is survived by her husband, Lawrence Edward House of Monticello whom she married on November 30, 1968; a daughter, Lisa Kay House of Monticello; along with special friends, Dr. Jeff Reinhart and Carolyn Ripley Pierce. The family would like to issue a special thank you to Hospice Home Care, The Woods of Monticello and Woodside Medical (Dr. Jim Carmical).
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel with burial in Union Ridge Cemetery. There will be a visitation one hour preceding the funeral service from 123:00 -1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. You can sign Mrs. Elva's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
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Sharon Hoppers Barnes
Naples, FL Sunday, February 26, 2023 To Bud and the family of Louise, I am sorry for your loss. I used to walk home from school with Louise and her brothers. We lived on the same street. I always remembered what a pretty young lady she was and such a sweet spirit. Rest in peace. Louise.Butch and Judy Selig
Benton, AR Thursday, February 23, 2023 We are sorry to hear of the loss of Louise. She was a member of our graduating class of 1965 and is remembered as being a sweet and kind person. We know she will be missed. Prayers for the family.Peggy Anderson
Lyman, SC Thursday, February 23, 2023 I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Louise was a very sweet person and I know you will miss her greatly. I will be saying prayers for you in the days ahead. I love you cousin and please feel free to let me know if there is anything I can help you with. Sending hugs and love. PeggyPeggy Anderson
Lyman, SC Wednesday, February 22, 2023 I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Louise was a very sweet person and I know you are certainly going to miss her. I wish I could be there just to hold your hand. I love you cousin. I would love to hear from you when you are up to it.JERRY & Sara Jordan
, AR Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Louise was a 1965 Classmate with me and a very nice and kind person, prayers for her family.Jerry L. Jordan
Maumelle, Ar.
Kathy Arnold
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, February 21, 2023 So sad to hear about Louise passing. Praying for God’s comfort and peace…KathyANN BALLENTINE
Ft Worth, TX Tuesday, February 21, 2023 I am so sorry to hear about Louise. Prayers for you all. I've been trying to reach you for a long time. Bud I love you and Lisa, please call me when you can. Louise meant a lot to me, she was a precious aunt and I love her. Always Ann