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Mary Parnell, 71, of Ward, Arkansas passed away on June 30, 2026. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on July 12, 1954 to Viola and Emil White.

Mary is preceded in death by her parents; sister Barbra Nickelson; and brothers Wesley Peyton and David “Bucky” White.

She is survived by her brother Emil (Teresa) White; sisters Patricia Gregson and Nancy (James) Green; her children Crystal (Trinity) Fields and Shannon Plaster; grandchildren Kevin (Mizuki) Standridge, Kristy (Masen) Elhaw, Deanna (Cody) Harvey, Katie, Samantha, and Rachel; 10 great-grandchildren; along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

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

6 Comments

  • Patricia Gregson Posted July 7, 2026 3:30 PM

    Rest in peace my dear sister.

  • Ashley Esser Posted July 7, 2026 7:35 PM

    She was a sweet lady. I will miss that smile that she was stingy with. I had the privilege of caring for her in her final months. My thoughts and prayers be with her and the family. Ms. Mary aka Grandma rest in love.

  • crystal fields Posted July 8, 2026 10:17 AM

    We will miss u my dear sweet momma you can rest in peace now. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH

  • Shari Gregson Posted July 8, 2026 10:39 AM

    Remember Me

    To the living, I am gone

    To the sorrowful, I will never return

    To the angry, I was cheated

    But to the happy, I am at peace

    And to the faithful, I never left

    I cannot speak, but I can listen

    I cannot be seen, but I can be heard

    So as you stand upon a shore, gazing at a beautiful sea

    As you look upon a flower, and admire its simplicity

    Remember me

    Remember me in your heart,
    Your thoughts and your memories,
    Of the times we loved,
    The times we cried,
    The times we fought,
    The times we laughed,
    For if you always think of me, I will never have gone

  • Rebecca Speer Posted July 8, 2026 11:17 AM

    You will be missed and you were loved by so many. RIP

  • Shannon Hunter Posted July 12, 2026 11:12 AM

    Rest In Love And Peace!! Love You Miss Mary!! ❤️😘❤️😘

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