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Mary Louise Hilliard Willis
November 7, 1943 - July 14, 2009

Mrs. Mary Louise Willis was born on Sunday, November 7, 1943, daughter of the late Tommy and MaeBell Addison Hilliard. Mrs. Willis died Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro, Ark., at the age of 65 years 8 months and 7 days. She was born in Bay and had lived her lifetime in Trumann. She was retired from Parker-Hannifin and was a member of the Trumann Revival Center Church. Mrs. Willis was preceded in death by three brothers and her parents. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Lora and Mark Golden of Jonesboro; and Sherry Ann and Scott McMunn of Marked Tree; five grandchildren, Heather Golden, Zachary Golden, Natalie Golden, Skylar Mullins and Seth McMunn. Funeral services will be Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann, with Rev. Dan Murphy officiating. Burial will follow in the Bowman Cemetery in Bowman, Ark. Pallbearers will be Mike Addison, James Cornett, James Jones, Beau Ballard, Zach Golden, Seth McMunn, Billy Houchin and Ronald Brown. Honorary pallbearers will be friends of Parker Hannifin. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Tammy Porterfield , says
    July 16, 2009

    You will be greatly missed :(

  2. Robert/Daphne Ealey, trumann says
    July 16, 2009

    Sherry and Lora we r sorry for u loss. she was a wonderful person.

  3. Mildered Ealey , says
    July 16, 2009

    Girls i am so sorry for your loss, if u need anything let me know.

  4. louie, Judy Smithand Family, Clio, Michigan 48420 says
    July 16, 2009

    Lora, Sherry and FamilyOur thoughts and prayers are with you today, your mom will be deeply missed , But is now with our Lord and Savior. much Love Louie , Judy ,Robert and Family

  5. Chasity Cook, Trumann, Ar says
    July 16, 2009

    Sherry,My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.Chasity

  6. Janie Fires, Marked Tree, AR says
    July 16, 2009

    Sherry and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are here for you and know our prayers will continue.God Bless,Janie

  7. Charles & Libby Smith, Jonesboro, AR says
    July 16, 2009

    I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the first time I met Mary Lou, it was at a funeral and my Uncle Porter (Richardson) was there with Ella. I went up and hugged his neck. Here comes Mary Lou "Uncle Porter." I freaked out because I thought "Oh God, Charles and I are related (it was through Ella, thank God)!" Mary Lou had such a wild sense of humor! Lots of times when we would see her I'd be laughing so hard thinking "I can't believe she said that!"The last time I saw her she told me she had been sick. I wish we had known she was in the hospital and we would have been able to see her. I (Libby) am somewhat shy and there are not a lot of people I take to instantly, but Mary Lou was one of those people. She made me feel welcome, a real member of the family, well, according to her most of the family-the others didn't count!Right now I can see her in heaven with Earl, Grandpa, Grandma, all the others, sitting around laughing at the big "to do" going on. I can see them with that "I can't believe she said that" look as well, with Jesus shaking his head and grinning "heaven will never be the same!"God Bless you all and Mary Lou, I know you can hear me-you will be missed!

  8. Pam (Kincaid) Adams, Iowa City, IA says
    July 16, 2009

    For her family I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Mary for many years at Parker and enjoyed her sense of humor so very much. I could not leave her with out a smile or a laugh. She brightened my days.She will be missed very much. May God be with all of you in this time of sorrow.

  9. Ronda&Fred Marciszewski, Newberry Florida says
    July 16, 2009

    We send our sypathies and loss. Will miss Her cards and letters . (Ronda is Robert known as Louie and Judy Smiths daughter , from Michigan ) .

  10. louie, Judy Smithand Family, Clio, Michigan 48420 says
    July 16, 2009

    Lora, Sherry and FamilyOur thoughts and prayers are with you today, your mom will be deeply missed , But is now with our Lord and Savior. much Love Louie , Judy ,Robert and Family

  11. Tony and Becky Smith, Lepanto says
    July 15, 2009

    Sherry and Family: We are sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

  12. Deanna Reed, Trumann, Ar says
    July 15, 2009

    Sherry and family you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  13. Tracie (Brooks) Mason, Gassville, AR says
    July 15, 2009

    I'm so sorry to here about your loss. Sherry I never got to meet your mom, I know she raised a good girl. Love you lots. I will be praying for all of you. GOD Bless, Tracie

  14. Susan (Carr) McGruder), Memphis, Tennessee says
    July 15, 2009

    Dear Lora and Sherry,I am very sorry to hear about your mother. May the love and strength passed on to you both by family and friends sustain you during this difficult time.Love,Susan (Carr) McGruder

  15. Anna Talbot, Trumann, Arkansas says
    July 15, 2009

    Mary will be missed so much. She will be remembered as a very true and honesthearted woman. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all the family as they weather this loss.

  16. James & Terri Pulley, Trumann, AR says
    July 15, 2009

    There is a huge hole in our family now that our Mary Lou is gone. She was the favorite of everybody and we all loved her dearly. Just remember that she loved you girls with all her heart and was so proud of both of you and your beautiful families. If you need anything give us a call. We love you.

  17. Brenda Golden , says
    July 15, 2009

    Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.

  18. Gail Peeler, Trumann says
    July 14, 2009

    Sherry & Lora,My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your families at this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God be with you, Gail Peeler

  19. Tammy Medley Collier, Lake City, AR says
    July 14, 2009

    Lorie and Sherry, You both were so lucky to have such a wonderful, fun-loving mother. I remember her from my childhood, when she worked for my grandparents (Foster and Mable Miller) at the Dairy Bar. I also remember her running around with my Aunt Linda. My last memories of her are the time she spent with my family after my mother died and how she would meet with my dad (Bill Medley)and Linda every Friday at Main Street Cafe to eat fish and how much fun she always had. Your mom would get to the cafe early so she could get there table (which was in the front section in the center back). This was so she and Linda could see everyone who came in. She was a joy to visit with and was always smiling and laughing. Mary will be missed by so many, but everyone will remember her smile.There is nothing I can say or do to make this any easier. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Laugh, cry, remember the good times and start all over again. This will help as time passes.

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