She was the widow of Raymond Bagwell, a Methodist, a retired Burlington Industries employee with 45 years of service and also worked for Monticello Public Schools in food service for 18 years. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by three brothers, Charles Bussell, Cecil Bussell and Tilford Bussell; and one sister, Martha Gail Holley.
Survivors include one son, Mark Bagwell and wife Adrienne of Monticello; one daughter, Kim Bussell and husband David of Monticello; four grandchildren, Meghan Carter of Branson, MO, Jakari Bagwell of Monticello, Graclyn Bagwell of Monticello, and Christopher Bussell and wife Tabitha of Warren; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Bussell and Madison Bussell both of Warren; and one god-daughter, Rayan Jenkins of Monticello.
Funeral service will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Union Ridge Cemetery. Visitation one hour prior to service time at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(20)
Renee Tucker
Nashville, AR Saturday, November 9, 2019 I can still see & hear u yelling my name with your hands on your hips, "Renee!! Get in my office now!" I worked so hard for u & was 1 of the few that always made way over production. U wud say if we felt like passing out from exhaustion u had better hear them scissors snip 1 last time. We also shared the same birthday. R.I.P. Tell Alice Smith & Bill Barnes HI for me.HeLena Y Morgan
Houston, TX Tuesday, October 22, 2019 She will be greatly Missed,,,,,Paula Holley
Joshua, TX Monday, October 21, 2019 Mark, Kim my heart goes out to you and your family's asI know your hearts are broken, and my heart breaks for
You . Praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Love, Paula
Ray and Ruthie Campbell
Sheffield Village, OH Monday, October 21, 2019 Joan was family to us. We will miss her.A kind,fun, and faith filled woman. To the whole family we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.Tina Johnson
, AR Sunday, October 20, 2019 This is a hard pill to swallow!! She was a second mom to me and loved my girls like they were her grandchildren!!Jo Ann Desporte
Folsom, LA Sunday, October 20, 2019 Aunt Joan you will be sadly missed by me! You were my home away from home! I cherished our time together making wonderful memories which I will hold in my heart forever! You were a beautiful person inside & out, always had that beautiful, happy smile all the time! May you R.I.P. your suffering is now over! Give all our Angels Hugs & Kisses and keep them in order until we meet again! All my love forever!😇😂🥰💋❤️😂🙏🙏🙏Karon Loveless
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 19, 2019 Ms. Joan was such a kind and sweet lady. I thought the world of her. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.Denise Adams
Monticello, AR Friday, October 18, 2019 Joan was a sweet lady. I first met her in the 1970's at Second Baptist. She was always so nice to me. Throughout the years, when our paths crossed she always greeted me with a smile and kind conversation. I am sorry our paths won't cross anymore.Karen burnette
Empire, AL Friday, October 18, 2019 So sorry to hear about her passing worked with her at the Mill praying for the familyMichelle Burton
Monticello, AR Friday, October 18, 2019 We will miss you so much I know you are flying on the wings of the doves. You were a special ladyPeggy Hallman
Monticello, AR Friday, October 18, 2019 Love you very much you will be greatly missed RIP JosieMartha Barbee
Monticello, AR Friday, October 18, 2019 What a super sweet lady! She will truly be missed.keneth and autumn garrett
Dahlonega, GA Thursday, October 17, 2019 Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark, Barbara and all of the family.Mary Bates
, AR Thursday, October 17, 2019 She was like a grandma to me. She would get mad at me if I did bad things like every other grandma would. To me she was a grandma/freind/neighbor/my hero.Doris Turner
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 17, 2019 My God be with the Family So Sorry for your Loss. Worked with her at Monticello school district.Marie
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 16, 2019 I am truly saddened by the news of Joan. I haven’t stopped kicking myself because I didn’t go over to visit 3 weeks ago when I asked Mark if it was okay to visit, he said she would love it if you came by. Time just slipped away and she did too. Joan will truly be missed she was always so cheerful. Rest In Peace. To the family share those memories keep them close in your heart. My prayers that you Trust God and let him be your strength as you push forward. One day at a time sweet Jesus.Kim Prince
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 16, 2019 So sorry to learn of Ms. Jo's passing. We shared our birthday and I always loved visiting with her. Family and friends are in my prayers.Bates Family
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 16, 2019 She was a lovely lady to our familyStacey Owens
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 16, 2019 Sorry to hear about Mrs. Joan. She was my supervisor at Burlington and I learned a lot from her. She will be missed by many.Bro. Michael Henry
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 16, 2019 I worked for Ms. Joan for several years and I have missed working for her since Burlington closed. Condolences for the family and may she rest in peace.