Sheila Diann James, 77, of Batesville passed away Friday, October 18, 2024. She was born in Batesville to Burnell Stephens and Retha Hall Stephens.
Sheila was a member of Central Avenue United Methodist Church. She enjoyed reading, spending time with her family and friends, and playing hymns on the piano. She had a three decade career with Avon, which ended with her serving as district manager.
Sheila is preceded in death by her parents, by brother Fletcher Stephens, and brother-in-law Andy Buschmann. Survivors include son Terence James, daughter Jinjer James-Green (Brian Green), sister Marilyn Buschmann, brother Charles Stephens, many nieces and nephews, and grandnieces and grandnephews.
Visitation will begin at 1pm and services begin at 2pm Saturday October 26 at Central Avenue United Methodist Church. Reverend Jesse James will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Humane Society of Independence County or Central Avenue United Methodist Church.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.
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I met Sheila when we both were students at ASU. She was such a wonderful person who I will miss. Prayers for her family.
Prayers for your loss
Sheila and I met as Avon district sales managers. Sheila was a great friend and we enjoyed working together. We went on many trips with Avon and we all had so much fun alot of laughs and that would be the time we could really get to know each other, because we had time to sit and talk about our families . She loved her family with all her heart. She will be truly missed. Sheila we will meet again. Prayers for family and friends 🙏
She was an amazing lady and friend who I loved dearly. Prayers for Terrence and Jinger ❤️❤️
Very sorry for everyone’s loss.
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