She was a retired bookkeeper for Delta Regional Department of Corrections and was a Christian. She was preceded in death by her father, Phillip Robert Welfield and one brother, Larry Welfield. Cathy was a kind and loving daughter, mother, grandmother, and a 'Jewell' among her friends.
Survivors include two sons, Richard Wakefield and wife, Cheryl of Ciblo, TX and Jance Cook and wife, Maggi of Mesquite, TX; one daughter, Cari C. Berry and husband, Ron of Monticello; her mother, Irene Loving Shultz of Monticello; one sister, Nancy Maltsberger of Monticello; twelve grandchildren, Ashlee, Ryan, Heather, Cody, Jenna, Jance Patrick, Asa, Hannah, Alissa, Brendon, Justin and Ashton.
Condolences(11)
Austena Burns
The Colony, TX Sunday, November 13, 2011 Beautiful child, lovely landy and powerful woman. Much Love,you have blessed us all.L.R. & Lora Gardner
hot springs, AR Tuesday, October 11, 2011 Our thoughts and prayers and with your family alwaysDuston White
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, October 11, 2011 I will always think of Cathy as my other Mother. She taught me a great many things when she was in my life. Cathy will be missed.Jennifer (Cook) Richert
Texarkana, AR Tuesday, October 11, 2011 Cathy was a sweet and amazing woman. My deepest sympathies are with the family at this time of loss.Ashley Nebeker Burns
Clovis, CA Sunday, October 9, 2011 I really can't put together the right words to express what I want to say. I loved Cathy. She has such a big place in my heart. Some of my very best memories are of times spent with Cathy and Cari. This is such a great loss. What charisma she had! What a strong woman. She could always make me laugh. Losing her puts some things in perspective in my life. I really thought I would see her again. My heart aches for you guys, Cari, Richard, and Jance. I really wish I could be there. I will be in spirit. Know that your Mom lifted my heart and will forever with wonderful memories.Tiffanie Perry
Camden, AR Sunday, October 9, 2011 I'm so very sorry to hear of Ms. Cathys passing. PrayersGoing up for all of her family & friends. She will be greatly
missed by all
Karen Brisendine
Coarsegold, CA Saturday, October 8, 2011 There is no adequate way to express the sadness I feel in losing my best friend. She enriched my life for 35 years with her vitality, kindness and joy. I miss her amazing charisma. I miss her incredible smile. I will miss her for the rest of my life. I am so grateful to have had her in my life and know she will always be part of me. Please accept my love and what comfort I can offer. Cathy loved her family best and without reservation, but she was also generous enough to love us all.Matthew & Lesley Creswell & boys
Murrells Inlet, SC Saturday, October 8, 2011 So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray for the healing process for the family goes smoothly.Susan Dodson Hensley
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 My thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this time. I have always loved your mother and will never forget her!Tonya Tollett
Rison, AR Friday, October 7, 2011 Our thought and prayers are with you and your family. Cari I'm sorry for your families loss.Connie Efird
Monticello, AR Friday, October 7, 2011 Cathy was a jewel and will be greatly missed. She leaves us with a lot of good memories to make us smile.