She was the widow of Edward "Bo" Pace, a farmer's wife, longtime member of Green Hill United Methodist Church and a 1948 graduate of Arkansas A&M University (now UAM). Mrs. Leola was a former School Teacher, Drew County Justice of the Peace and Sesame School Board member. In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by a son, Mike Pace; and a brother, Charles Owen.
Survivors include four sisters in law, Jean Owen, Cleora Crook, Faye Wiggam and May Hobbs. Children include one son, Mark Pace and wife Chris of Monticello; four daughters, Roxanne Karnes and husband Chuck of Monticello, Rachel Pace of Wilmar, Susie Wishard and husband Rodney of Monticello and Sally Smith and husband B.J. of Jonesboro; One daughter in law, Carolyn Pace of Green Hill; ten grandchildren, Tiffany Williams, Dale Pace, Allison Neill, Jack Morgan Pace, Megan Karnes, Sarah Pearce, Jake and Jessica Wishard, Aaron Smith and Kennon Wrench; a special adopted grandson, Andy Williams; and 13 2/3 great grandchildren. She also leaves a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service will be 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2019, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. Family visitation will be one hour preceding the service from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to Gideons International and the American Cancer Society. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(12)
Gail Kizer
Dermott, AR Saturday, July 6, 2019 Such a sweet lady.Teresa Abney
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2019 Mrs. Leola was such a beautiful lady and I feel blessed to have known her. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful woman with me. Please know the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all, TeresaJanice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2019 What a precious lady, your sweet mother! I know you will truly miss her and am sure you have such wonderful memories to cherish.May God give you peace and comfort in your sorrow.
With love & sympathy,
Janice
Carole (Doss-Johns) Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 To the family: I was so saddened to learn of the passing of Leola. She was truly a special lady and she raised a special family. As I lift all of you up in prayer, may the Lord bless you with the strength to get through this difficult time and the comfort and peace that only He can give. As you go through this difficult time know that there are many who share your sorrow with you.In Christian Love,
Carole (Doss-Johns)
Charles and Tina Williams
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Y'all are in our prayers.James Wright
Warren, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Remembering your family in prayer during this most difficult time. Prayers of peace and comfort.Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Mark,Sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Prayers for you and your family.
Dennis Wells
Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Deepest sympathy to all of the family. She was a great lady and will be greatly missed by many.Jim Glennon
Possum Valley, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Sorry for your loss. Peace and comfort to your family.Hazel Potts
Monticello, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Dear FamilyI was so sorry to hear of Mrs Leola passing She was such a dear sweet Lady Seek your comfort from our precious Savior Jesus Christ She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her
My deepest Sympathy
Hazel and family
Donna Harton Usry
, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Mark and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Cindy McKinstry
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2019 I am so sorry for your loss . Mrs. Leola was a special lady. Thoughts & prayers are with all of you.