She is preceded in death by her mother, Bernice Margaret Griffin Byrd and her father, Theo Harris Byrd. Stella was a Baptist by faith. She is survived by two sisters, Mary Margene Maloney of Monticello and Priscilla Ann Lapp of Rockford, IL.
Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2026, at Oakland Cemetery.


Condolences(3)
Connie S Diaz
Monticello, AR Monday, March 9, 2026 I was a resident at Belle View & Stella was across from hall from me. Please accept my condolences.Belle View Estates Julie Trucks
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 5, 2026 Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you all and bring you comfort and peace.Teressa D Kelly
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Stella's smile always lit the room. She was precious to anyone that came into contact with her. She will be missed by many. Prayers to her family.