She confessed her hope in Christ at an early age and become a member of the previously Stranger Rest AME Church under the leadership of Rev. Daniels. She later became a member of Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist Church in Wilmar and was associate with Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church.
She attended the Wilmar Public School and further her education at Pine Vocational Technical School in Pine Bluff, Ar where she received a License Practical Nursing Degree. She was initially employed at Warren Medical Center and later employed at the Area of Agency in Monticello from 1979 until her retirement in 2011.
She was married to Elmer Deshazer in 1964 which three children were born, Jessie, Feresha and LaPlos.
She married Robert Douglas in 1990which one child, Timble Dodson was born.
Mrs. Douglas was affectionately called; "Momma Jean" by many. She was a licensed Foster Parent with the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Division of Children and Families for Drew County from 1996-2003.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, LaPols Lambert and several siblings (Dequince Lewis Jr, Paulette Lewis, Carolyn, Betty Bailey and Shelia Lewis.
She leaves to cherish her memory, Four Daughters, Jessie Deshazer, Feresha Deshazer of Monticello, Timble Dodson of Tulsa Ok, and Belinda Powell of La Vegas NA,
Siblings, Jacqueline Lowe, Patricia Lowe, Laurie Henderson (Brady)-Thurman all of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Paulette Lewis & Carolyn Jackson of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, one brother, Bobby Lowe of Milwaukee Wisconsin.
Grandchildren; Jason (Jennifer) Deshazer of Dallas, Texas, Donald (Hannah) Deshazer of Spokane Washington, Lundon Deshazer of Pine Bluff, Shada McWilliams of Little Rock, Ar and Ayanna Jones, Lakayla Jackson, Lakedra Warner, Alandria Lambert all of Monticello, Ar.
Great grandchildren, Dylan, Jordyn, Keshawn, Jaiden, Donavon, Ari, Jase, Aliana, Johnathan, Haven, Aaron Jr, Edengrace, Chasten and Casmin.
Two special friends, Denise Beasley of Monticello, Ar and Peggy Orr of Wilmar, Ar. 1 special niece Sandreale Brown of Monticello. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends,
Visitation Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services will follow at 12:00 p.m. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Repass will be at Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church. You can sign Mrs. Jean's guestbook here on her page.
Condolences(20)
Stephanie
Golden Isles, GA Friday, February 28, 2025 Feresha, Jessie and to the entire family, I'm sending you heartfelt condolences and prayers of strength. Mrs. Jeanie Rhae was a wonderful woman and I will never forget how she always treated me like a daughter when I lived in Monticello. May God grant you all comfort and peace during this difficult time🕊️🙏🏽.Lou Lambert
MONTICELLO, AR Friday, February 21, 2025 The James C. Lambert family extend our deepest condolences to the family of Mrs. Jean Douglas. We are praying that the Lord gives you the comfort and peace that you need during your time of bereavement.Carolyn Ferguson
Pine Bluff, AZ Friday, February 21, 2025 My thoughts and Prayers are with family. Peace be with the family.Sallie
Monticello Ar, AR Thursday, February 20, 2025 Those that loved and knew you going to miss your sweet forward communication, you told it like it was.rest my friend .Sheryl Leonard
Lancaster, TX Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Prayers to the family. Love y’all 💕Linda Owens Hinton O’Neal
West Covina, CA Wednesday, February 19, 2025 My sincere condolences Jessie, Feresha, and the family. May God comfort your hearts in this difficult time.Sandra Crowell
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Jessie and Feresha, my sincere heartfelt condolences to you and the family. May God comfort you and strengthen you during this difficult time. Life may end but memories of your mother will lasts forever through those who knew and loved her.Rutha Branch
Monticelloo, AR Wednesday, February 19, 2025 My deepest condolences to the family of Ms. Jean Douglas. My prayer is that God will give you peace, comfort and strength.Bridgette Freeman
Monticello, AR Monday, February 17, 2025 Sending you and your family my heartfelt condolences, My prayers are that God supply you all with strength that surpasses all understandingMuch love
Mary Gonder Caldwell
Benbrook, TX Monday, February 17, 2025 My heart felt condolences go out to the family. You will be greatly missed.Laura (Collins) Davis and the entire Collins family.
Milwaukee, WI Monday, February 17, 2025 OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLRNCESWelton Lewis
Flint, MI Monday, February 17, 2025 PLEASE ACCEPT MY SINCERE CONDOLENCESteddy dunlap
los fresnos, TX Monday, February 17, 2025 RIP we will never forget you. condolences to the familyJeffrey and Amanda Henderson
Harvey, LA Saturday, February 15, 2025 We send our condolences to your family. May Jean rest in eternal peace. May your family rest in peace knowing that she’s in a better place.Barbara, LaTece and Shamira Shepherd
Cibolo, TX Friday, February 14, 2025 To the family, we extend our deepest condolences. We will be praying for God to hold all of you close in His arms during these difficult days ahead. From Barbara, LaTece and Shamira Shepherd.Alice
Monticello, AR Friday, February 14, 2025 So sorry for your loss she was a wonderful Nurse gonna really miss talking to her in the grocery stores rest in ✌️ peace God knows best 👌Shannon Lowe
SAN ANTONIO, TX Friday, February 14, 2025 My condolences to the familyRest in peace Aunt Jean
Stacey Deshazer Smith
Monticello, AR Friday, February 14, 2025 "Mama Jean" is typically used as a nickname for our beloved Jean Douglas; a woman known for her open house to children. Her unconditional love for them and her famous cornbread. She was a precious jewel to the family. She will truly be missed. My deepest condolence to the family. Love you guys....Faye Harris
Tucson, AZ Thursday, February 13, 2025 To the family of Jean Douglas, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying that God give you strength.Sylvia Russ
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 12, 2025 I am sorry for your loss, Please accept my heartfelt condolences, My thoughts are with you, and My heart goes out to you. May God continue his blessing upon your family.