She was an avid Arkansas Razorback and Monticello Billies fan but, more than anything she loved spending time with family and friends. She also loved to travel and had an unmatched joy for life.
She was the daughter of the late William H. Owen and Mary Bishop Owen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Leonard E. Minor; her son, Barry Neal Beasley (Michelle); and her sister, Virginia Owen.
Survivors include her sons, Jimmie Beasley (Denise) of Monticello, AR, Fred Beasley of Bayou Meta, AR and Mike Minor (Nora) of Redding, CA; daughters, Ginger Beasley-Cotton (T.J.) of Monticello, AR, Lisa Rigo (Juro) and Lori Minor both of Sarasota, FL; her brother, William Owen (Linda) of Jonesboro, AR; her sister, Ann Epperson of Humphrey, AR; a special son, Ray Ryburn (Breanna) of Monticello, AR; special daughters, Georgina and Crystal Younger of Leesburg, FL; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a host of nieces (Awmoo loves you) and nephews; along with two best sister/friends, Rhea Lagrone and Martha Scifres both of Monticello, AR.
There will be a visitation from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, February 24, 2025, at the funeral home. You can sign Mrs. Mary's guestbook registry on this website.
Condolences(6)
Trisha Abbott
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 5, 2025 I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers for comfort and strength.Judy Howard
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 25, 2025 Dearest Ginger I'm so sorry for your loss. TJ take care of my girl.I know what your going thru i lost my Mom 6 months ago.
Love you Girlfriend.
Praying for comfort and strength the next few days.
Prayers to the rest of your family.
Love Judy
Christine Patterson
Davenport, IA Monday, February 24, 2025 I am sorry for your loss. Mary was a special person. I remember her love of life and her wonderful spirit. We may have moved away, but we were lucky enough to call her our friend while we were in Monticello.Andrew "Andy" Briant
Monticello, AR Monday, February 24, 2025 Coach Jim, Denise and all family, So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your peace and comfort..Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Saturday, February 22, 2025 Jim, Denise and all family, I am sorry for your great loss. You have my prayers of comfort at this sad time!Gregory and Karen Aureli
Hot Springs, AR Saturday, February 22, 2025 So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with each of you . She is in God's hands now. Let the peace of Christ rule your hearts.