She was a housewife, wonderful mother and grandmother and was of the Baptist faith. Lori loved cooking, baking and mowing her yard but her greatest love was her children and grandchildren. She had a huge heart, loved everyone and was a true problem solver that would call you out if needed. She just cared! In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Jimmy Young; father-in-law, Marvin Labaj; grandmother, Elsie Young; and two grandchildren, Memphis and Willow Ellenson.
Survivors include her husband of 30 years, Craig (Gee) Labaj of Monticello; children, Chris Ellenson and wife Haylee, Matt Ellenson, Leigh-Anne Ellenson, Denver Ellenson and wife Lindsey and Blane Labaj and wife Krystin all of Monticello; grandchildren, Kaylee Ellenson, C.J. Ellenson, Davyn Smith, Kili Ellenson, Jaxon Ellenson and Benji Ellenson; her mother-in-law, Johnnie Labaj; a special sister-in-law, Debbie Werb and children, Andrew Brannon and Sarah Pace; a brother-in-law, Alan Labaj and wife Melissa; and a nephew, Branden Labaj all of Temple, TX.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Wells officiating. There will be a visitation Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. You can sign Lori's guestbook registry here on her page.
Condolences(12)
Trenton Sanders
Monticello, AR Sunday, May 24, 2026 Sending my condolences and prayers to the family. She was my neighbor and truly indeed she was an awesome neighbor. She and her husband always kept an eye on our house while we out of town for church. She will be truly be missed!!!Cheri Overstreet
Roanoke, VA Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Craig, I learned of your family’s tragedy late. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family throughout this difficult time.Al & Cindy Barajas
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 19, 2026 So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.JODY YOUNG
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 19, 2026 Sending my Deepest Condolences, Prayers, Love, and hugs to Lori's precious family❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏Becky
Pawhuska, OK Friday, April 17, 2026 Lori was a wonderful lady all around. She loved her family unconditionally. My prayers go out to Craig and the rest of the family. She will always be loved and missed.Keith and Teresa Thornton
Warren, AR Friday, April 17, 2026 Craig, please know that you and your Family are in our thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏🙏. We are so sorry for your loss and we pray for Peace and Comfort during this time.Billie Brown
New Hope, MN Friday, April 17, 2026 Sending love and prayers to all the family and loved ones of Lori. I know she was the heart of the family, her love, her strong spirit, her humor and caring heart made a difference in so very many lives. I know she will be watching everyone from heaven, and sending love through the Spirit to help her loved ones carry on. May she rest in the light and peace of Christ.Cheryl Grote
Belton, TX Thursday, April 16, 2026 Sending my sincere condolences to the Labaj family and friends during this time of loss. "The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit".- Psalm 34:18
Judy Day
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 15, 2026 What a sweet and loving person and couple. Mrs. Lori always had a smile. Thoughts and prayers for the family.Amy Slaughter
Fountain Hill, AR Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Craig I am so sorry!! Praying for you and the kids! Lori rest easy I promise you our boys will always remember the other Mimi as they would always tell me! Keep watch over everyone as I know you will cause you always did!!Ana
Warren, AR Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Craig, and family, I am so sorry to hear about Mrs lori passing away, I just couldn't believe it was her until Chris told me, me and the kids are thinking of you during this most difficult time shes going to be Miss, she was loved by so many friends and family im praying for you guys, im going to miss seeing and talking to her at WalmartLisa Golden
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 14, 2026 She was a great woman and friend. Always happy and always smiling. She will be truly missed by everyone that knew her.