She was the widow of James C. Gartman, retired from the business office at the University of Arkansas at Monticello and was a long time member of First Baptist Church in Monticello and Drew Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Dorothy enjoyed playing bridge with the ladies and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a loving and gracious lady, always wanting everyone around her to be happy. She was a friend to many and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by one brother, Dan Nelson; and one sister, Virginia Harrington.
Survivors include three daughters, Linda (Leon) Hardy of Tierra Verde, FL, Debbie Scrivner of Hot Springs and Nancy (John) Funderburg of Monticello; one brother, James Nelson of Houston, TX; one sister, Carolyn Henson of Sheridan; grandchildren, Gina Reginelli, Angie Herman, Jake Funderburg, Jill Funderburg and one great-grandson, Gino.
Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at Lost Creek Cemetery in Sheridan. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church, 413 N. Main, Monticello, AR 71655. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(13)
Valerie Chapman Carter
Vivian, LA Monday, January 1, 2018 Nancy and family,I'm so sorry about your mom. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Valerie Chapman Carter
Mary F. King
Monticello,, AR Saturday, December 23, 2017 I am so sorry to read of Mrs. Gartman's passing. Such a lovely, lovely lady. My condolences to the family.Tina Ferguson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, December 20, 2017 Nancy & Family,We send our deepest condolences to you in the loss of your loved one.
Prayers of comfort for all during your time of need.
May the Lord wrap His loving arms around you.
Tina and Ray Ferguson
Jerry Jett
Farmington, AR Tuesday, December 19, 2017 Linda, I am sorry to hear the sad news of losing your mother. She was very special to me at a special time in my life.Martha Barbee
Monticello, AR Tuesday, December 19, 2017 Mrs. Funderburg,You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. God Bless.
Joan
Chicago, IL Tuesday, December 19, 2017 My condolence to the family for the loss of your loved one, and may the future promises of Almighty God to mankind help to bring you comfort in your times of sorrow, long ago, God foretold about His arrangements for His earth and mankind through His written word, the Bible, please read, Job14:14, 15, Acts 24:15, Revelation 21:4, 5.Emily Turner
Monticello, AR Monday, December 18, 2017 Nancy and family,You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing your mom is with her Lord and Saviour.
Love,
Emily Turner
Cherie Brown
, AR Monday, December 18, 2017 A sweet, sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Mr and Mrs Dirk Pulliam
Fort Smith, AR Sunday, December 17, 2017 Saddened for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.Love you,
Paula, Dirk, and Jordyn Pulliam
Florence Bittle
Dermott, AR Sunday, December 17, 2017 Nancy & John,I was sad to hear about the loss of your loved one. I pray that the Lord will give you peace and comfort during this time.
Florence Bittle
Kay McClain Worbington
Monticello, AR Saturday, December 16, 2017 Dear Nancy, I'm sorry to read of your mom's death. You and your family are in my prayers and have my sympathy at this sad time!linda funderburg
monticello, AR Saturday, December 16, 2017 my condolence to the gartman family ..God bless`
Kelsey Lee
, TX Saturday, December 16, 2017 To the family of Dorothy Nelson Gartman,I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that "Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) With sympathy,