Mrs. Busby, also known as "Ms. Louise," "Momma," and "Granny," was born in North Little Rock on August 20, 1924 to John William and Annie Melissa Yocum. She attended North Little Rock High and often told stories about her days as a Charging Wildcat. She moved to Monticello in 1957, where she began her life as a long time resident that touched many lives.
Mrs. Busby was a long time teacher in the Monticello school district and was widely known and cherished for the teaching and assistance she gave to many students. She could not visit a local establishment without someone stopping to hug her or thank her for her work. She was an avid reader and loved watching the Arkansas Razorbacks play football and basketball.
Of the things that mattered most to her was her family. She was the mother of seven children, with which she tirelessly gave of her time and herself. Mrs. Busby was at every sports game, band concert and dance recital for the children during their school years and continued that effort for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A dedicated member of First Baptist Church, she once shared that she prayed for each of her children and their families every night. Her grandchildren adored her, making sure to visit regularly or to share a lunch at City Drug, one of her favorite places. Some of her happiest times were when she was surrounded by her family at holidays, telling stories of the children growing up and laughing at the days of raising seven children.
Mrs. Busby was preceded in death by her mother and father John William and Annie Melissa Yocum, brother Clyde Frye, and son Jeffrey Lynn Busby. She is survived by her children: Pat Akin and husband George of Monticello; Kelton Busby, Jr. and wife Betty of Monticello; Susan Wooldridge of Rogers; Dr. Bo Busby and wife Nena of Pine Bluff; Bill Busby and wife Roselyn of Monticello; Melissa Claycomb and husband Sonny of Conway; 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves many friends who love her.
"Her children arise and call her blessed. Many women do noble things but you surpassed them all. Honor her for all her hands have done and let her works bring her praise at the city gates." Proverbs 31: 28-29,31.
Condolences(99)
GFORD
baltimore, MD Wednesday, September 23, 2015 I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to you. All of us have experienced the loss of a loved one. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are never alone. Turn to the Holy Scriptures for guidance and to help soothe your heart. Psalms 34;18 assures us that God is near to those broken at heart and crushed in spirit. And you can also visit jw.org for more comfort .Please accept my deepest sympathies.Your Grandson
, AR Friday, January 3, 2014 Granny,I miss you more and more everyday. You are the best grandmother a person could have asked for. I'll never forget you and I think about you all the time. I miss coming by and seeing you and talking to you on the phone and I know you are watching over me. It seems like you've been gone forever. I will never forget about you and I will always love you. Thanks for always being there for me and being the great person you were. You are the best. I love you.
Nancy Jackson Chacon
Little Rock, AR Monday, May 9, 2011 I am so saddened by your loss. As with many others who have shared a few words, I remember your family very fondly, as a part of my growing up, in many different situations over the years. I only have the best of memories of each and every one of you, and especially of your mother. I know that my mother admired her very much as well. The loss of a loved one is so difficult; the loss of a parent almost unbearable at times. I share your grief and wish the best for each and every one of you throughout this time and your future.Ron and Lynne Beeles
Fort Stockton, TX Saturday, April 30, 2011 We are so sorry for your loss. We have such fond memories of her and the love she had for all of you. We cannot tell the story of the birth of our older son without including the part in which we left our baby shower at her house to go straight to the hospital to have Shannon two hours later. (She kept telling me I was in labor, and I kept reminding her the doctor had told me that afternoon that it would still be two more weeks!) Ron has special memories of his first years of coaching with so many young Monticello men, including Bo, BIll, Jeff, and Robert, and of working with Kelton. He also felt fortunate to get to work on the same campus with Mrs. Busby. I also recall the countless hours spent visiting with her in the stands and bleachers at ball games as we cheered for the Billies. She was a great lady! Our prayers are with you.Susan Bray Davis
Monticello, AR Friday, April 29, 2011 She was a blessing to know for many years and will be missed.Cindy Stell Hudgens
Monticello, AR Friday, April 29, 2011 Gone from your sight but, never your heart.Pamela M. Binns
, OH Thursday, April 28, 2011 To the Busby family: My prayers and thoughts are with you all doing this time. I remember Mrs. Busby, she was my 7th grade teacher. She was such a sweet lady and will be truly missed.Linda Davis
Monticello, AR Thursday, April 28, 2011 To all the family of Mrs. Busby,I am so sorry to learn of the passing of this sweet lady. I know the great empty hole her leaving has left in your hearts. She touched so many, many lives and will be loved and remembered by all those who knew her. Please know that you are all in my prayers.
Tommie Lou Moyers
Crossett, AR Thursday, April 28, 2011 So sorry for your loss. May God hold each of you close and give you the strength & comfort you need to get through the coming days without your precious Granny. She was loved by many. May your hearts remain full with years of memories. Keeping you in our prayers. Take care.Ben & Carolyn Adams
, TX Wednesday, April 27, 2011 I JUST HEARD OF MS. BUSBY GOING TO HER OTHER HOME WITH JEFF. SHE WAS ONE OF A KIND. IF SHE KNEW YOU.... YOU WERE HER FRIEND. I ALWAYS LOOKED FORWARD TO GOING TO HER CLASS. SHE WAS SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST A TEACHER. I CAN WELL REMEMBER HER TALKING TO ME ABOUT BENNIE. SHE TOLD ME HE A WOULD MAKE A WONDERFUL HUSBAND. SHE WAS RIGHT. WE LOVE YOU ALL AND BENNIE AND I HAD PRAYER FOR YOU TONIGHT. WE WILL HAVE A GIDEON BIBLE PLACED IN HER MEMORY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.BEN & CAROLYN ADAMS
Mary K Moore Woodruff
Bauxite, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2011 My thoughts and prayers for peace at this time of such great loss.Jere and Debbie Seifritz
Centerton, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Jere and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Mary Phillips
Decaturville, TN Wednesday, April 27, 2011 I lived next door to Mrs. Busby when she lived in the two story house on the corner. Jeff was a friend of my daughter, Pam Payne. We loved to visit with her and know that she will be missed.Coach & Betty Horton
Fayetteville, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Ou sympathy and prayers are will all the Busby family and especially Dr. Bo and his family. Our love and thoughts are with all of you.Pam Payne Dean
New Orleans, LA Wednesday, April 27, 2011 To all of the Busby family- please accept my heart-felt condolences for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful woman and such a huge part of so many people's lives through her teaching. The memories she leaves will not fade quickly which is a true sign of a life well-lived. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you at this time of loss.Angela Bowers Williams
Texarkana, TX Wednesday, April 27, 2011 So sorry for your loss. I have nothing but fond memories of her and your wonderful family. She will surely be missed.John & Mary Hudspeth
Manassas, VA Wednesday, April 27, 2011 To the Busby family,Mary and I send our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Jimmy Finley
Maumelle, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Kelton: Very sorry to read about your mom. God bless you and family.Jimmy.
Janie/Larry Fuller
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Busby FamilyWe just want to express our deep & sincere sorrow for Ms Louise's passing.
She was such a loving and caring person. When she talked to you, her eyes would dance and smile with a warmth and welcome attraction that would make one melt with love. She gave you her undivided attention andade you feel as if you were the most important person in the world. Ms Louise appeared to always have time to listen and so approachable. We loved Ms Louise and she was a very dear friend. She expressed her love fir all her Children and was so proud of all of you and grands and great grands.
We shall always remember what a strong and beautuful person Ms Louise was.
We know you all are comforted that She will be with her son, Jeff, and awaits all her Family to join her in Heaven.
We love all the Busby Family. Thanks to each of you for sharing your loving Family with us.
Janie & Larry Fuller
Tony Hudson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Sorry to hear of your loss. She was always smiling and loved all students in the Monticello School District. May God bless your family during this time for your loss.Karey Wilson Kelly
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 To the wonderful Busby family,I am so sorry to hear of your loss... Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Wanda Zornek-Brown
North richland hills, TX Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Bo ,I am sorry for your loss.
Wanda
Tiny Thatcher Irons
Keller, TX Tuesday, April 26, 2011 My thoughts and prayers are with the Busby family. I thought so much of Mrs. Busby and the entire family and had so many joyous times with them. What a classy family with so much love. Thanks for being part of my life and please know I am thinking of you.Tiny
A.J. Huffman
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Words can not express what the family is going through. She was always such a sweet lady. Praying for the family during this difficult time.Shirley & Ronnie McMillan
Arkadelphia, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Thinking of you.Clay Coburn
Dumas, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Sweet Sweet Lady and was a great Teacher.... will Be missed....Gina Moser DeMoss
Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Mrs. Busby was my favorite teacher at Monticello Jr. High in the 1970's. I loved English and she made me love it even more! May God grant you all peace at this time and may light perpetual shine upon her.Rick and Deborah Hobbs
Watson Chapel, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Pat, George and Family. Our deepest sympathy in theloss of your mother. Matthew 5:4
Evelyn Cash
Rison, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Ms. Louise was a gracious mentor to me at MJHS during my first year of teaching, 1970-71. She even had to give up her classroom during her prep period, so I could use her classroom. She was a role model for many, and I appreciate all she did for me. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.Mary Burton
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Louise and shared many a moment together beginning with our college days at UAM with Pat andKelton. Then, we taught together for many years at
Monticello Junior High. We shared confidences and heartbreak on the death of our sons. She will not be
soon forgotten. "May the Lord watch between me and
thee while we absent, one from another." Kathryne
Carolyn Howell
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 To the wonderful family of Ms. Louise, let me express my heartfelt sorrow at the loss of a true Lady. I will never think of Mrs. Busby without a smile coming to my face. She was loved by so many. I have always loved and admired her, beginning many years ago in the 7th grade English. As so many have already said, she always had a smile and made you feel like you were special to her. I have so many wonderful memories of her. What a sadness and loss to all who knew and loved her. I was blessed to have known Ms. Louise and to have been able to call her my friend. She will be greatly missed.May God give each of you grace and peace because He blessed you with a precious mom
Mary Ann Box Stone
Almyra, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 My prayers are with the Busby family today as I reflect back to my childhood. The days & nights playing at the Busby home is a very fond memory of mine. I always considered them an extended family of mine, always feeling welcome there. Ms. Louise will be greatly missed but leaves me with many memories to behold.Sincerely,
Mary Ann Stone
Janice G McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 What a sweet lady Louise Busby! She touched so many lives and loved all her family dearly. We became friends in college and shared good times together throughout the years as friend and mentor to my children and all those whom she taught. Was my great pleasure to see her about a month ago so I'll always cherish that time together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, Janice Gladden McAllisterKathy Norton Graham
Phoenix, AZ Tuesday, April 26, 2011 My sincere condolences to the Busby family. I was deeply sadden to hear of the passing of your mother. I remember Mrs. Busby as a loving, classy lady with a great sense of humor. She raised 7 wonderful children & influenced countless others. Kelton was my favorite teacher ever & Bo was a great friend. I pray the wonderful memories of Ms. Louise will comfort each of you.Rick & Diane Davis
Foley, AL Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Our prayers are going up for Busby family. Mrs. Busby was such a wonderful woman, she never forgot a name and would go out of her way to speak to you in a room full of people. She was one of a kind and will be missed by so many. It was an honor to know her.John Simmons & Della
Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Sending our deepest sympathy to the family and keeping you in our prayers. God Bless,John Simmons and Della Stark
Dr. Jim & Connie Moore
Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Trotter Ford Lincoln
Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. God BlessMattie R Tucker
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 26, 2011 So sorry about your Mom. She was well loved and respected. One of the most precious ladies that I ever knew and I know she is at rest in Heaven. She will be missed by all. She had very precious children and grandchildren. May God Bless you all at this time in your life with the Loss of your dear sweet mother.Jerry and Debbie (Wadsworth) Zouzas
Fort Smith, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 To the Busby Family:I was saddened to hear of your loss. Mrs.Busby was a wonderful person. Her greatest accomplishment was raising such an amazing family.
Our prayers are with each of you.
Mark Black
Rogers, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 To The Mary Louise Busby Family:I was deeply saddened when I was notified about the passing of Mrs. Busby over Easter weekend.
Mrs. Busby was such a kind and gracious lady; her presence will definitely be missed.
I spent many days with the Busbys whom also always made me feel like family no matter what day it was. Mrs. Busby always shared her love of family and very large extended family with everyone. I'll never know how she put up with all of Jeff and my antics ~ I can see her standing at the backdoor now, telling us just what she thought about what we getting ready to do!
She was one of a kind. Love is who she was and what she did.
You can be very proud to call Mrs. Busby your Mom.
In Christs Love,
Mark & Family
Linda Johnson (Ambrose)
Spanaway, WA Monday, April 25, 2011 May God watch over each and every family member in your time of need. I did not know Mrs Busby but Jeff was my class mate.Todd Hall
Las Vegas, NV Monday, April 25, 2011 Dear Busby Family,I will always remember Ms. Busby standing outside her classroom door, just inside the entrance of MJHS. Every time I saw her, I would say "Hey Granny", and she would reply "Hey Todd Hall, (she always called me by my full name) don’t be late for class". She knew I had a tendency for being tardy!
She was a precious lady and I feel privileged to have known her and to call her "Granny Busby".
Pam Jasay Hall
pine bluff, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 To the entire Busby Family:It is so sad to hear about your mom. The memories I have of her are all precious. A blessing she truly was, to all who knew her. May god bless and give you each the strength you need. Love,
Patricia Abbott
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Many in this family are near and dear to my heart. George and Pat and their children are like members of my own family. Bo and I go back to the first grade (I will not share how many years that has been). Susan and I have been friends for many years and are former colleagues. Kelton and Betty are a former colleague, a former teacher, and friends. Bill is a current colleague, and he and Roselyn are long time friends. To each of you let me first express my heartfelt sorrow at the loss of a truly delightful person. I will never think of Mrs. Busby without a smile involuntary coming to my face. She was someone who I adored, and something wonderful about her was that she made you feel as if you were adored by her. I have so many wonderful memories of her. What a sadness and loss to all who knew and loved her. May God give each of you grace because He blessed you with a precious mom.James & Eddie Brown
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 A wonderful lady who blessed so many. She will be missed by all and forgotten by none that knew her. God be with you all.Rhonda Pearce
Conway, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Dear Melissa,So sorry to hear about your loss. Your mom must truly have been a special lady to have rasied a wonderful daughter like you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you during this time.
Love,
Rhonda
Susie Harvison
Conway, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Melissa,My prayers and with you and your family. May God be especially near you at this time. Love you!
Peggy Smith Verley
Mountain Home, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Mrs. Busby will trully be missed. She raised seven great kids and she was very proud of them. Always had a smile on her face.Lena Priest and Family
Conway, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Please accept our condolences for the passing of Ms. Busby. I was always tickled by the stories Melissa told us about her on the counselor's retreats and know Ms. Busby must have been a wonderful woman to raise such a genuine person as Melissa.With Love,
Jon, Lena, Elias, and Ada Priest
claire crumpler
conway, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Melissa: So sorry for your loss. Moms are certainly special and always missed. ClaireKim and David Hoffman
Conway, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 To the Busby Family,Our thought and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Love, Kim and David Hoffman
Brenda Jasay Anthoni
Pine Bluff, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Busby. Please know that she has touched so many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.Denise Smith-Frost
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Mrs. Busby was such a kind person. She will be missed by many.Clara Cater
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Our prayers are with Mrs. Busby`s family. We all here at the Guesthouse loved Mrs. Busby and we will miss her. It was a joy to take care of her the 10 years that she lived here.Gayle Kellum Brown
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 I have such fond memories of Mrs. Busby from my time in her Junior High School English Class. Not only did she teach us – she also listened to us. What a special lady she was and how blessed you and all of her former students were to have had her influence in our lives. She leaves a wonderful heritage. May the Lord comfort you in your time of sorrow is my prayer.Sheila Hall Gardner
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 When I was in 7th grade, Ms. Busby and I always talked Razorback Football on Mondays. I loved the Razorbacks and had many friends on the 1969 & 1970 teams. She was such a joy to have as a teacher. She encouraged me to go beyond what I felt I was capable of doing.I never saw her in town that she did not say "hello" and always knew who I was. She was a wonderful lady who has left many memories for her family and students.
Randy and Faye Lewis
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 I am so sad to hear about Mrs. Louise. Having lost my mother recently I know your hearts. Find comfort knowing she was a great Christian lady. Not only did Mrs. Louise have wonderful children, she had Betty, Roselyn and George. I do not know the other ones, but I'm sure they were just as special to her and they will miss her, too.Eleanor Harris Gibbons
Little Rock, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Susan and family,So sorry to hear of your Mom's death. You were all very fornutate to have her as long as you did. She will always remain in your heart and just know that you will be reunited soon!
Anita Everett
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 I will miss you Mrs. Busby, I enjoyed her smile. I work at Guesthouse where she resided and she was always pleasant to be around.Joe and Barbara Akin
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 When Joey was a child, he was calling Mrs. Busby Granny because he thought that was her name. We told him that was what her grandchildren called her. We told Mrs. Busby the story and she told Joey she would be his grandmother since he did not have one. He called her Granny after that. We will be praying for all the family to find peace and to keep the good memories.Billy George and Jean West
Pine Bluff, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Jean and I are so saddened for your loss. Our prayers go out to each one of you as the family members. She will be missed my many. God Bless and Keep each one of you is our sincere prayer.Don Lum
, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Bo, Gwen and I are sad to hear about your Mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Don and Gwen Lum
Wanda Cunningham Hayes
Little Rock, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Kelton, Susan and entire family:I am so sorry to hear of your lose. I remember how your Mother was your biggest supporter. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Randy Jones
Fayetteville, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Our Sympathy and prayers go out to the entire Busby Family.Lee Ann Tadel
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 You had one very special mother. She was loved by all. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with each one of you at this time of your sorrow but her joy!Harry L. Densmore III
, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 To all the family, your mother was a very wonderful person, she never missed up lifting other. She has never missed a moment to help me feel special in the world. Thank for sharing her with me. Harry L. Densmore IIIJimmy & Donna Hill
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 To the entire Busby Family,Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Mrs. Louise was a sweet lady that loved her family. She will be missed by many.
Love,
Jimmy and Donna Hill, John and Paige (Hill) Stell and family, Stephen and Carrie Hill, and Marnell VanCleave
Bob Smithey
Pine Bluff, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 We extend our deepest sympathy to the entire Busby family. Louise Busby was a remarkable woman and friend to many. Her life was a statement of courage,kindness and intelligence.
Evelyn Turnipseed Gallant
North Little Rock, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Louise and I have been friends since grade school. We were also in chruch together in NLR. My birthday was two days before hers and she used to always call me to tell me she was glad she wasn't as old as me. I would call her back a couple of days later to remind her how old she was. I shall miss those calls. She was a dear friend. Evelyn T. GallantGlenda Scogin
Warren, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 My sympathy to the Busby family in your loss. May your faith sustain you and your precious memories comfort you.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 Dear Busby Family,I was so sad to have learned in church yesterday the loss of your beloved mother, grandmother & great grandmother. I feel such a personal loss because your family has been so loved by my family as well as the community for decades. I can remember the good times of growing up in Monticello & always seeing "those Busby kids" running around all over town especially @ the park participating in sports events. Please know that I share in your loss & will continue to pray for all of you for strength during this very sad time.
In Christian Love,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
PAT SAVAGE
Monticello, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 So sorry for your loss. Mrs. Busby was a wonderful and sweet sweet lady. She will definately be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.larry rouse
white hall, AR Monday, April 25, 2011 What a wonderful lady,I have many great memories of her kindness.May you all find peace and know that you are in our prayers and we share your grief. May God Bless !Phe Parks
Conway, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Louise's family. I had lots of good times with her and know how much she loved her family. The family moved next door to us and were all taken in by our family. Louise was always seen at every sport the kids played and loved it all.Betsy Smith
Conway, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 Melissa and Sonny you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Melissa I would listen to you talk about your mom and I could tell she meant the world to you. I could feel the love for that special women. I felt as if I knew your momma just from listening to the tales of her. She was a wonderful women to raise a sweet daughter like you.Betsy
Dane Hall
Bryant, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 Mrs. Busby will always hold a very special place in my heart and mind. I am reminded of the many wonderful times we had together at school and community functions. Every time she saw me she asked if I had heard any good jokes lately. Usually I had one to tell her, and we laughed often. She was a very dedicated educator, mother, grandmother, and friend. The influence Mrs. Busby has had on thousands of young people will continue to impact us all for many years in the future.John, Virginia & Tucker Ward
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Busby family. Mrs. Busby was a wonderful, kind and loving woman.Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 Sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Busby. She was loved by many and will be missed. I talked with her at the Guest House and enjoyed talking to her. Our prayers will be with the family.Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 To all family members....We are out-of-state, but know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.Know she will be missed but you have wonderful memories.Evelyn Byrd Jeffers
Hampton, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 Please accept our expression of sympathy at this time. Your mother and my father, Benson Byrd, were both residents at the Guest House in Monticello. He enjoyed sharing stories of Monticello with Mrs. Busby. She was a delight to be around and I know she will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have her as a friend.Josh & Angie Frost
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 Oh my. My heart is so saddened by this news. I enjoyed her so much when I attended Monticello schools and she was working there. She was such a thrill to talk to, and a wonderful person to get to know. She always had a smile and a hug for me everytime I saw her. Mr. Kelton, Mrs. Pat and family, please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. She was a wonderful woman who will truly be missed!Terri and Walter Cash
Pine Bluff, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 We are thinking and praying for the entire Busby family as you go through this difficult time. She was obviously a very special lady to have been blessed with such a wonderful family! May God's peace and strength be with you all.David & Kathy Kellum
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you comfort with your loss.Terrye Davidson Davis
Conway, AR Sunday, April 24, 2011 My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. She was a very special lady.Carole (Johns) Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 Pat and all the family; I was saddened to read of the loss of your Mom. May God's Grace guide you all through this time of grief back to all the beautiful memories that you have. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.Love,
Carole (Johns) Rushing
Bob and Lisha Davis
Hamburg, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 My heart is deeply saddened, as I know yours are as well, with the loss of one super remarkable lady. The memories are all flooding into my brain as I remember Granny as a neighbor, co-worker, teacher and friend. She has touched so many lives and we have all been blessed because she was part of them. Bob, the kids, and I will always cherish the years we had her as our neighbor. May the Lord comfort you all during this very difficult time and know that you are all in our prayers.Michael Qualls
Bartlett, TN Saturday, April 23, 2011 Mrs. Busby was one of the first teachers to "inspire" me. She taught us how to think and put those thoughts on the page. I will never forget when, in the 7th grade English class, she said: "I want to teach you to think. If you learn to think and express yourself you will be able to hire someone who can correct your punctuation." I send my love to all the family and remind you simply tomorrow is Easter!Jane Jo Summerford
, TX Saturday, April 23, 2011 My sincere and heartfelt condolences. I know how much you will miss her-what an awesome lady! Praying you will have strength, comfort, and Godly peace at this time. Love.Dale Saffold
White Hall, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 Mrs. Busby was one very sweet lady and I know she and Jeff are having a great time being together again!May God bless each of you!
Peggy Williams
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 Busby family I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. She was a very special lady & a wonderful teacher, she will be missed by all who knew & loved her. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, may God bless & comfort this precious family.Johnnie & Peggy Williams
becky meier hammock
monticello, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 when i worked at guest house i spent alot of time with Mrs. Busby, she wasnt just a resident where i worked she was my friend and i will cherish all the fun times we had together. my life is much better for haveing her in it. i will miss her greatly. My heart thoughts and prayers go out to her family.Yancy Box
Oklahoma City, OK Saturday, April 23, 2011 One of the sweetest ladies I have ever known.Daniel C Rogers
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 Susan, and the entire Busby family, so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.Darlene Johnson
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 Ms. Busby was one of my favorite teachers in school and was often thought about through the 30 years I've been out. Prayers goes out to the familyTim Wallace
Dallas, TX Saturday, April 23, 2011 I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I LOVED Ms. Busby. She was my all-time favorite teacher in school. 7th grade English. What a treasure!! I loved running into her when I would be visiting in Monticello. I certainly feel a sense of the loss of a part of my "growing up" years. Prayers of peace to you all.Vicki Ross
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 We are so sorry ! Thinking of all of you.Lorin McLoud
Warren, AR Saturday, April 23, 2011 Sorry for your loss. I went by to visit her about 3 weeks ago. So glad I did. She has always been one of my favorite friends.Roxanne Shook
Titusville, FL Saturday, April 23, 2011 My deepest condolences are sent today in the loss of your mom. She was one sweet lady and she touched my life in so many ways. Please know that y'all are in my prayers. In Christian love, Roxanne