Essie was a homemaker that loved her children and grandchildren. She loved to cook, sewing, fixing puzzles, fishing and working in her yard. She was loved by many.
She is survived by two sons, Eddie Jones and wife La Donna, and Terry Ray both of Monticello, AR; one daughter, Diane Jones Harris of Monticello; one brother, Freddie Ray and wife Shendina of Monticello; a host of nieces and nephews, family and friends; one special friend, Jessie Mae Polk; six grandchildren, Terence, Alexis, Reshaud, Charmine, Ja'Marcus, and Ja'Quarius; and seventeen great grandchildren, Zaedin, Ja'Varian, Paige, Katon, Channing, Peyton, Ariah, Aadem, Kyree, Kinsley, Karley, Kahlanli, Ja'Liyah, London, Rhyan, Nyla, and ZYair.
Visitation will be Friday, October 4, 2024, from 5:00- 7:00 p.m. at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 5, 2024, in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.
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Condolences(4)
Ashley
Monticello, AR Monday, September 30, 2024 I always loved to see Ms Essie; she always made my day. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.Kimberly Miller
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 28, 2024 Unc Ed I'm sorry for your loss I pray that God give you and the whole family strength to get through this tough time love you and your forever in my prayersTina Ferguson
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 28, 2024 Eddie and FamilyWe are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.
Prayers of comfort and peace.
Tina
Alice
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 28, 2024 God loved her the most no more pain and praying for the family