Mary Lauren Hounwanou, 43, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. She was born in September of 1981 to Michael and Sandy Boultinghouse.
Mary Lauren is survived by her husband Harold, their children Samuel and Ruby Claire, her parents Michael and Sandy, her brother Samuel, her in-laws Afton, Rigobert, Edwige, Marinelle, Wellborn, and a multitude of uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Mary Lauren was a wonderful teacher who had the gift of loving children just as they were, the ones with quirks, oddities, and beautiful uniqueness. She had a true passion for helping children see the good in themselves. With her dry sarcasm and quick wit, she could make anyone laugh. She lived authentically and was trustworthy, never hesitating to stand up for those who deserved it. She believed strongly in justice, and she lived her life guided by those values.
Above all, her children and family were her heart. She believed in them fiercely, adored them, and loved them with all she had.
She is missed deeply.
Celebration of Life Mass: 10:00 am on September 13, 2025, at Our Lady of Holy Souls Catholic Church located at 1003 N Tyler St, Little Rock, AR 72205.
Everyone is invited to join us for a reception in the school cafeteria following the service. It will be an opportunity to visit with the family and share our cherished memories of Mary Lauren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Holy Souls School or the CARTI Foundation.
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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Our girl is safely with our Lord and with no pain. Her smile and dry wit are even more keen than ever before.
Shes with God looking over her beloved husband and children and family and friends she loved so dearly.
We loved her dearly. Sending prayers to you all.
Prayer’s for the family member’s during this time of loss. Mary Lauren fought so long. Rest now sweetheart.
May God Bless her Soul and her family! May she rest in the arm of angels.
May her memory be a blessing.
This is such tragic news to the McDougald family.
Lauren was our first and only baby sitter to Our daughter Allyson. Lauren was 15 and we send a letter to the DMV so she could get her hardship drivers license. She hauled Allyson all over town.❤️ We are praying for all of her family.
I will always remember Lauren , she was such a capable and confident girl, and a role model for my daughter. I’m so sad for her family, the loss is so great. May her memory comfort you , and may it be a blessing.
With Ours Deepest Symapthy! We’ll always remember your beautful smile, and kind words. Praying for Strength, and Healing, in this time of sorrow. Love always
my deep sincere wishes for your peace. She had many traits Granny Gad had! love, Martha
We are praying for peace and comfort for the family that only God can provide.
Lifting Sandy, Michael, Harold, Sam, Ruby and brother Sam up in prayer.
Lauren was such a light and was loved beyond measure
by her family. Much love to you.
I met Lauren thru her family, Karen Kidd and Katie Gann. Also then met her sweet mom Sandy. Come to find out we were in college same time, same place and knew a lot of the same people. Her spirit was so contagious, and we laughed a lot together. Her wit reminded me of myself, and I loved her positivity even when things weren’t so positive. I will miss her, but so glad I got reunited with her after all the years. Prayers for her family.
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