She is preceded in death by her father, Bennie Lee Davis; sister, La'Nesia Davis; grandparents, Bettie Chavis, Maggie Lou Davis, Leon Chester, and Pierce Sanders; aunts, Clodenner "Dean" Miller, Nora B. Davis, and Ever B. Davis; uncles, Patrick Chavis, Leo Davis, Oscar Davis, and Ben Davis; and special friend, Yovonda Hewitt.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories, her mother, Juanita Daniels of Monticello; sister, Kenyetta (Brice) Moore; brothers, Gary Marshall and Myron Davis both of Banks, AR; six children, Amir Chavis of Wilmar, AR, Halley Childs of Warren, Mariah Chavis of Warren, Anyiah Chavis of Warren, Cason Chavis of Wilmar, and Ta'Ja Miller of Wilmar; three uncles, Eddie Miler of New Hope, Pierce McNeary of Wilmar, and Corey (Kimberly) Sanders of Wilmar; nephews, Idarious Chavis of Little Rock, AR, Jamarious Chavis of Little Rock, and Zytavious Chavis of Monticello; bonus nephews, Zytarious Chavis of Wilmar, Darveon Rayford of Wilmar, Tyviance Wormley of Wilmar, Zaiden Miller of Wilmar, JayShun Hunter of Monticello, Wanya Grays of Dumas; great nephews, Kaiston Chavis of Monticello and Hendrix Chavis of Warren; great nieces, A'Lahni Chavis and Kensli Chavis both of Monticello, Zaniyah Martin and Laniyah Martin both of Dumas; three special aunts, Willie Mae Miller of Wilmar, Christell O'Neal of Little Rock, and Cheryl Gardner of Wilmar; five special cousins, Carolyn Davis of Banks, LaSaundra Broughton of Monticello, Tiffany Chavis of Wilmar, Anita (Marcus) Chavis-Jacobs of Wilmar, and Adrian (Kim) Miller of Wilmar; and a bonus sister, Likeyshan Grays of Monticello; as well as her Wendy's family and friends.
There will be a Wake Friday, January 9, 2026, from 6:00 -7:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Homegoing celebrations will be Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Wilmar Turner Hill Cemetery. Repast will be at the Wilmar Community Center.
You can sign Marlena's guestbook here on her page.
Condolences(10)
Becky Bolin
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 11, 2026 Marlena, I remember when you were studying for your GED. You were always a shining star with such a bright future. So beautiful and kind with a loving smile. You will be missed but Heaven just gained a precious Angel.Michelle was elmore
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 11, 2026 Marlena I was so sad when I heard the news about you I enjoyed working with u when u worked at the bell u were soFull of life even though Howe sick were u never gave up I were a
Fighter I
Know
Tha much u had a smile that no one would ever forget I was glad to call u a friend I send prayers to your mother your children grandchildren and all your sibling
You will never be forgotten
God had better plans for u no matter how much u was needed here on earth your pain is over my
Dear friend I can rest now sleep with the
Angels I know
U
Will always be
Your
Family’s guardian angel
Sure going to miss u but
U will
Never be forgotten
Your dear friend always
Michelle
Linda Thompson Riley
Flat Rock, MI Saturday, January 10, 2026 Sending sincere condolences to Marlena’s family. You all are in my prayers.🙏🏽 Marlena was always such a sweet person. RIL Marlena🕊️💕💜Chevedia Hillard
Sherwood, AR Saturday, January 10, 2026 My sincere condolences to the family. Praying for God’s strength and comfort to the family.K Grant
Warren, AR Saturday, January 10, 2026 Rest well beautiful. Continued prayers for the family during this time.Shannon Griffen
Wilmar, AR Saturday, January 10, 2026 We are sending our deepest condolences to the family and friends and loved ones. My friend you will always be missed and loved by so many.Carla Vincent
Louisville, KY Friday, January 9, 2026 Sending my sincere condolences to the family!!!TONI A. PERRY
WILMAR, AR Friday, January 9, 2026 OUR HEARTS ARE HURTING. BUT GOD IS WAITING ON US TO RELEASE THIS PAIN TO HIM.I EXTEND TO YOU MY HEART- FELT SYMPATHY. MAY YOU GROW STRONGER EACH DAY.
Sharon King-Odebunmi
Dallas, TX Friday, January 9, 2026 I'm so sorry to hear of your passing! We used to have so much fun back in the day! Get your rest, Martha (my nickname for you). Sending my love, thoughts, and prayers to the family. ❤️chester butler jr
Seagoville, TX Tuesday, December 30, 2025 Marlena was always cool and always had a smile everytime i would see her on the school yard. May god bless the family with strength during this difficult time