Paula Lea Dawes Uekman, 61, of Greenbrier, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 in Conway, Arkansas.
She was born on January 3, 1965 in North Little Rock, Arkansas. She was the youngest child of Ida Mae Dawes and William Harvey Dawes.
Paula is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Bobby Dawes.
She leaves behind her loving husband of 43 years, Robert Uekman; her son Jayson Uekman (Mandy); her daughter, Lauren Bizzell (Richard); her five granddaughters, Ali Bizzell, Olivia Uekman, Karsyn Uekman, Fallon Bizzell, and Landrie Bizzell; and one great-grandchild, Ameliayah Smith; her sister, Alica Bradford; her brother, Jimmy Dawes; her dog, Gabby; a large extended family and many friends.
Paula was a devoted mother to her children, but her granddaughters were the joy of her life. She loved chickens, collecting rocks, and spoiling the children in her neighborhood. She enjoyed antiquing, collecting McCoy pottery, and supporting small businesses. She spent 35 years as a loyal employee at Kroger.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, March 15, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at New Life Church in Greenbrier, Arkansas.
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 am so very sorry. Paula and I went to grammar school in North Little Rock together. She was always do funny. I pray that God will comfort your family during this difficult time.
Robbie and Family:
So sorry see Paula’s obit. May God bless and comfort your family.
Your former NLR neighbors in the 80s.
Stanley & Virginia Pollard
Robbie & family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Paula was a sweet person and we know she will be greatly missed. We pray that God will bless you and that you will all find comfort during this time of grief.
Deepest Condolences.
Prayers and Condolences to the family.
Prayers and Condolences to the family. What crew we had as kids on 51st street.
Sorry for your loss. Prayers
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family at this sad time.
I am sorry for the loss. I worked with paula at kroger for about 5 yrs. She was alwzys a friend to me even when i didnt work there anymore .. u will be missef by all. Praying now for family .
Rest in peace Paula. Your light will be missed by so many here but Heaven is rejoicing you’re home.
Robby, Jayson and Lauren, I am so sorry to hear about Paula’s passing. I will keep all of you in my Prayers.
Love and prayers to you all. ❤️🙏🏻
So very sorry for the loss to your family. Paula and I grew up together on 51st Street. She was always so very sweet and fun loving.
Prayers and condolences to the family of Ms Paula we had some pretty good conversations when she would come in the store to get chips for the fuel center she was always so nice and sweet I absolutely loved hearing her saying exactly how it is and how she felt about things she will be missed rest easy in love ms Paula you will forever be missed
My Aunt Pollywog was not only my aunt, she was my friend. She was only 7 years older than me, so we grew up together. She loved me and loved to baby me unless I tried to play with her Mrs. Beasley doll as a child. She taught me to laugh at myself, love fiercely, and appreciate the small things in life. Aunt Paula was one of my first role models who showed me what being a mother who loved unconditionally looked like ( she learned that from my Nana, her mother.) She filled a room with her laughter that could just as quickly turn to tears. She was uniquely and wonderfully made and oh how I am going to miss her. I know she is up in Heaven, making God laugh right now and that makes me smile. We will be reunited one day Aunt Pollywog and what a joyous day that will be.
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