Mavis Watson Housley of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed from this life on February 8, 2025. She was born in Magnolia, Arkansas to James Golden Watson and Pearl Caudle Watson. She graduated from Southern Arkansas University (previously Southern State College) with a degree in Business Administration in 1969. She also earned a master’s degree in education from the University of Arkansas. She began work for Arkansas Rehabilitation Services in 1969 and retired in 2000.
She was known for her optimistic outlook and positive attitude. She was an avid reader, and enjoyed decorating, flower gardening and traveling. She loved sharing life with T.J. and enjoyed his great sense of humor. She was a member of First Missionary Baptist Church. Mavis cared deeply for and loved her family and friends. She was a generous, loving and caring wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Norma Faulkner, one brother, Don Watson, her son, Kenneth Nipper and daughter, Melanie Roberts.
She is survived by her beloved and devoted husband, T.J. Housley, her daughter, Angela Benda (Jonathan) of Zachary, Louisiana, grandchildren, Eric Nipper (Nancy) of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, Zachary Nipper (Marcinda) of Owasso, Oklahoma, Monique Auger (Josh) of Farmerville, Louisiana, Grant Benda of West Monroe, Louisiana, Alexander Sample (Hannah) of Walsenburg, Colorado, Larke Torres (Jack) of Colorado Springs, Colorado and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by stepdaughter, Tracie Kee (Craig) and daughter, Rachel, of Benton, Arkansas, stepson, Jason Housley (Ashley) of Little Rock, Arkansas, sister, Alice Wilson of Stamps, Arkansas, and brother, Daryl Watson (Yolanda) of Stamps, Arkansas.
According to her wishes, she will be cremated. Memorial services will be held at Hillcrest Chapel, 523 North Ash Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, on February 22, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society. A special thanks to Kim Gasca and Rose Brewer, who went above and beyond.
Cremation 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 will always be grateful for the love that was Shared between Mavis and Dad. They were definitely two peas in a pod. Mavis was Savvy’s wingman and a wonderful G-Mom to all. She will be greatly missed. RIP Mavis. We Love you!
I’m so glad Mavis was a part of my life. She was one of the best supervisors I ever worked for. She was also a wonderful and very gracious person to know as well. God certainly blessed me with having this special person in my life. I could call on in times of need and she was there to provide good counsel . I’m sure Christ told her “well done my faithful servant” when she entered the mansion he prepared for her. Thank you so much Mavis. RIP
A very gracious and kind person who loved everyone and everyone loved. It was an honor to care for you these past months. In spirit, Mavis, I will always hold your hand and love you.
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