Additional Tiger Makes 2022 State Competition

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Additional Tiger Makes 2022 State Competition

Chalk up another Mansfield Tiger as an early qualifying entrant into the Quitman hosted class 2A state track meet. Despite a depleted roster, MHS still marked the trip to Waldron as an accomplished mission when their top seeded shot putter met the state standard.

Mansfield’s Seven Sanderson hadn’t been defeated this 2022 track season, at least not in the shot put event.

The Lady Tiger junior had gone unscaved since winning the combined class 1A-2A state indoor shot put back in February. On April 7 at last Thursday’s Gaile Hainley Relays in Waldron, Sanderson’s streak actually ended. If you asked her, she probably wouldn’t be that upset. A larger prize wrapped in the cozy confines of state standards fell her way. Sanderson automatically qualified to the outdoor state prelims with a hefty 31’ 8.25” second place measure.

Thaden’s Molly O’Dell, the defending class 1A state champion in both shot and discus, beat the Mansfield homeschool athlete by a slight 3.75 inches. Unflappable, Sanderson was still all smiles when her toss surpassed the AAA standard by one-quarter of an inch.

“This is something Seven has been chasing since the indoor meet,” said Mansfield senior girls coach John Mackey. “She has been putting in the extra time, working over spring break, and studying the techniques for this opportunity. We’re happy she made it happen.”

Mansfield now has four athletes already in qualifying mode for the outdoor state meet. Darby Jones was the first to do so, meeting standards in the 3200m run. Sadie Roberts and Ryan Hayslip followed with pre-qualifications in the women’s high jump and men’s pole vault respectively.

At Waldron, both gender teams from Mansfield traveled with reduced rosters. Typical bugs relative to this time of year, left some of the Tiger participants home working on getting well. Other spring sports and an upcoming Beta Club Convention also left some of the team in town.

The Lady Tigers still managed third place overall among 15 scoring schools. Waldron took first as the track meet host with 140.5 points. Ozark (126), Mansfield (93), Acron (62), and Pottsville (58) crowded the top five.

Mansfield seniors Darby Jones, Sadie Roberts, and Faith Rainwater added a combined production of 48.5 points. Jones handled all the distance races and joined the 4x400m relay for the first time. Rainwater started two relays, was second in the pole vault, and finished top seven in the 400m dash. Roberts scored off both vertical jumps, the 4x200m relay, and the open 200m dash.

Seniors Shelby Cole, Sarah Fisher, and Katlynn Mooore pitched in another 21 points together. Cole grabbed a pair of fourth place awards over the hurdles. Fisher took fourth and seventh from the discus and shot respectively. Moore produced in the 3200m run and anchored the 4x400m relay for a cool down.

Sophomore Raine Hecox leaped into seventh place at the triple jump. Sanderson completed the Lady Tiger total with silver medals in both shot and discus.

For the men, Tyler Escalante showed his quickness with solid times in the 100m and 200m dashes. Hayslip jumped 10-6 in the pole vault to finish in the top five.

Sammy Sellers and Turner Wright handled the throwing implements. John Branch and Axel Ravnsborg joined in sprints.

Frugal Meal Plan

Madison VanRavensway

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Meal planning can be so difficult. I took the guess work out of it for you this week; even going as far as making a shopping list! The budget I set was $75, but that does require you to have ingredients/seasonings at home to season meals to taste. If you have an extra $25 in your budget you can plan and add your own sides to each meal, add some more milk, water, or whatever your drink of choice is. Meals are five servings.

Shopping was done at Walmart, prices reflect the price at time of the writing. All items were the generic brand (Great Value brand or similar).

Shopping list

-Hamburger buns

-bread loaf (x3)

-cream cheese (x3) (8oz)

-Half gallon milk whole

-Sour cream (8oz)

-Shredded cheese (32oz)

-2 dozen eggs

-Pink Lady Apples (3lb bag)

-green leaf lettuce

-Bananas (x6)

-Strawberries

-Frozen Broccoli floret (12oz)

-Mixed Veg (12oz)

-All-Natural ground beef 73/27 (5lb roll)

-Gold Leaf Leg Quarters (10 lb bag)

-Tortillas (x2) (20 count)

-Relish (12oz)

-Taco seasoning (x3) (1oz)

-Mayonnaise (30oz)

-Tomato sauce (x2) (15oz)

-Elbow Pastas (16oz)

-Cream or Mushroom soup (x2) (10.5oz)

-Grape Jelly (30oz)

-Peanut Butter (18oz)

-Potatoes (5lb sack)

-Diced Tomatoes & Green chilies (10 oz)

-Alfredo Pasta Sauce (16oz)

-Penne pasta (16oz)

-Tortilla chips (13oz)

For breakfast every day we have some variation of eggs, toast, strawberries, and bananas. My husband takes a scrambled egg sandwich for breakfast every morning, and my kids eat eggs or fruit. I drink coffee and a lot of water, and don’t really eat until lunch. Total cost spent for breakfast for the week- $8.19

Lunches

Monday- Beef nachos- 1/2 lb beef ($1.77), tortilla chips ($1.74), 1/7 cheese ($.76) 1/2 can tomato and chilies($.36), 1/2 sour cream ($.50), taco seasoning ($.44) $5.57

Tuesday- Cheese quesadilla- 1/7 Cheese ($.76) and tortillas($1.32) $2.08

Wednesday- PB&J- Bread($.93), peanut butter($1.72), jelly(2.28) $4.93

Thursday- Chicken pin wheels- 1/3 Tortillas($1.32) , 1/4 chicken ($1.60) , taco seasoning ($.44), cream cheese ($1.48) $4.84

Friday- Chicken salad sandwich- bread ($.93), 1/4 chicken ($1.60), 1/2 mayonnaise ($1.24), relish ($.98) $4.75

Saturday- Taco salad- 1 lb beef ($3.54) 1/3 tortillas ($1.32), lettuce ($1.88), 1/2 sour cream($.50) 1/2 can diced tomatoes & green chilies ($.36), 1/7 cheese ($.76) taco seasoning ($.44) $8.80

Sunday- leftovers

Suppers

Monday- Chicken Alfredo- 1/4 chicken ($1.60), Alfredo sauce ($1.50), penne pasta ($.92) 4.02

Tuesday- Homemade burgers & fries- 1 lb beef $3.55 hamburger buns ($.93), 1/3 potatoes ($.86) $5.33

Wednesday- Potato & beef casserole- 1/3 Potatoes ($.86) 1 lb Beef ($3.54), cheese ($.76), 1/3 milk ($.65), cream of mushroom soup ($.58) $6.39

Thursday- Goulash- 1/2 lb beef ($1.77) elbow pasta ($.92), 2 tomato sauce ($1.44) $4.13

Friday- Cheeseburger soup- potatoes($.86), 1 lb beef ($3.54), cheese ($.76), milk ($.65) cream cheese ($1.48), mixed vegetables ($.77) 8.06

Saturday- Chicken Broccoli casserole- Chicken($1.60), broccoli ($1.00), cream of mushroom ($.58), milk ($.65) cream cheese, cheese($1.48) $5.31

Sunday- leftovers

Snacks

Peanut butter & Apples or PB&Js $3.97

Total cost $76.13

Slightly over my $75 budget for the week, but pretty dang close! It would be possible to make every meal with beef 1/2lb of beef rather than 1lb, and purchase only 3lbs. It is very likely the 10 lbs of chicken will cook down a lot, but should still yield more than the 4 meals it’s included in. Cooking the chicken at the first of the week also makes meals go much faster.

Boles Community Center Awarded FUN Park Grant

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Tammy Teague

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Boles Community Center Awarded FUN Park Grant

By Teresa Holleman

The Boles Community Center was awarded a $75,000 FUN Park Grant last year to fund a playground for the community. After much anticipation, the playground is about to become a reality.

Located adjacent to the community center, the ADA-accessible playground will have a main play structure with slides and several climbing elements including a net climber. Children will also be able to enjoy toddler bucket swings, double bobber rider, curva-spinner, triple play arch, and a single play arch.

A picnic table on a concrete pad will be located on one side of the playground with a bench on the opposite side.

The playground is expected to be installed by summer.

The original swing set will be refurbished and installed near the red merry-go-round.

Stay updated by following our Boles Community Center Facebook page. Additional information about the community center, including rental fees and Boles School yearbooks, can be found at www.bolescommunitycenter.com.

State Capitol Week in Review from Senator Terry Rice

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Tammy Teague

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State Capitol Week in Review from Senator Terry Rice

LITTLE ROCK – Average teacher salaries in Arkansas ranked 47^th in the nation in 2020, down from 46^th in 2019 and 44^th in 2018.

Legislators on the Senate and House Education Committees heard a lengthy salary comparison last week, written by legislative staff.

Nationally, the average teacher salary in 2020 was $64,133. In Arkansas it was $50,546.

The top average teacher salaries were paid in New York, California, Massachusetts and the District of Columbia. The cost of living is highest in those states, according to an economic index cited by staff.

When average teacher salaries in Arkansas are overlaid with a standard cost of living index, we move up to 28^th in the nation in 2020. In 2018 and in 2019 they ranked 22^ndand 25^th, respectively.

The Southern Regional Education Board compiles education data from 16 southern states. The average teacher salary in the 16 southern states was $55,205 in 2020. Arkansas teacher salaries ranked 13^th, but when adjusted for cost of living they moved up to ninth.

The average teacher salary was $51,819 in the six states that share a border with Arkansas. When adjusted for the cost of living, average salaries in Arkansas ranked fourth, which was exactly in the middle of the rankings.

Texas, Oklahoma and Tennessee ranked first, second and third. Missouri, Mississippi and Louisiana ranked fifth, sixth and seventh.

Legislators pay attention to disparities in teacher salaries within the state. For example, last year the Fayetteville School District paid average salaries of $61,682 and the Dermott School District paid an average of $39,263.

Generally, schools in cities pay higher salaries. The average salary in urban school districts last year in Arkansas was $54,912. In rural school districts the average was $47,238.

The disparities in salary exist in charter schools too. Haas Hall Academy in northwest Arkansas paid average salaries of $52,732 and the Imboden Charter School District paid an average of $35,600.

Charters generally paid lower average salaries than regular public schools. Although disparities exist between the salaries paid by individual charter schools, there was not a pronounced disparity between urban and rural schools. Urban charter schools paid teachers an average salary of $43,472 and rural charter schools paid an average of $44,759.

The legislature does not mandate salaries except for minimum levels. Act 170 of 2019 mandates minimum salaries of $33,800 for a teacher with no experience. The minimum salaries go up for teachers with a master’s degree and for teachers with experience in the classroom.

On average, schools pay more than the state-mandated minimum salary. Last year the average minimum salary was $35,799.

Last year 97 Arkansas school districts had minimum salaries at the state-mandated level of $33,800, and 138 districts paid minimum salaries that were higher than the state mandate.

The Springdale School District had the highest minimum salary level, which was $48,242.

Act 679 of 2021 creates a teacher salary equalization fund for school districts where the average minimum salary is below statewide averages. The goal is to bring up salaries in those districts to $51,822.

Mansfield Students Attend National EAST Conference

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Tammy Teague

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Mansfield Students Attend National EAST Conference

Students representing the Mansfield EAST Classroom are from L to R: Cassidy Carlton, Carter Whiley, Hope Rainwater, Braeden Woodard, Alex Isom, Chloe Jones, Reegan Emery, Meagen Chapman.

By Annette Smith,
Mansfield High SchoolEAST Facilitator Foundations to Teaching

Eight students from the Mansfield EAST Classroom attended the 2022 National EAST Conference in Hot Springs on March 15-17. This multi-day event is an opportunity for students to showcase projects that make a difference in their communities, network with peers and industry professionals, and experience a professional conference. Students exhibited and showcased their service projects while collaborating and networking ideas with other schools.

EAST (Education Accelerated by Service and Technology) is a student-driven class focused on developing and implementing community service projects by using teamwork and technology.

“Just Roll with It” Serving Up Recipes and Humor

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Tammy Teague

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“Just Roll with It” Serving Up Recipes and Humor

By Sheri Hopkins
Lifestyle Contributor

Hello everyone! Good thing I am a plus-size girl or the wind would have blown me away. I mean it has been like Wizard of Oz around here. My little dog JR weighs four pounds and I was afraid he was going to get blown away. Enough about the weather.

I am on a poke cake kick, I’m sure you have noticed. They are easy and delicious. Perfect to take to a funeral, church dinner or just enjoy at home. This week, it’s lemon.

Y’all know we Wags are a funny family. We love Little Debbies, love to quote Andy Griffith and old movies. We laugh and always have a good time when we are together. Back when my nephews, Jason and Michael, and my niece Kelly were young, I would pick them up, take them to eat and run around. I would get them sometimes on Friday and go to Pizza Parlor and Walmart. Another thing we liked to do was go to the pet store. I even bought Michael a mouse one time. Needless to say, his parents weren’t happy with me. It was the cutest little thing, and it chewed its way out of the box and got loose in the house one time. Glad it was their house, and not mine, haha! For some reason, my brother won’t let me down. They tried to pay me back one time when Jacob was little. They bought him a Light Bright. I hated that Light Bright, but it didn’t crawl around. Anyways, one Friday night I was picking up the kiddos and my brother Larry and his wife were going somewhere while I had the kids. I backed up first, and here comes Larry backing up and I am watching him to make sure he doesn’t hit me. Oh he sees me, because he has put on his brakes–I see his brake lights. All of a sudden he rams on the gas and plows into me. That is something he will never live down. We have laughed and laughed over that. Just rammed right into me. Knocked out my headlight and dented my car. Funny stuff! Lots of good stories in my archives.

I hope you enjoy this lemon cake. Hug your loved ones and always tell them you love them. Life is short. Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives. Have a blessed week!

LEMON POKE CAKE
1 box lemon cake mix (Prepared according to the box directions. When you measure your water, you can also use a little lemon juice in it–just a little tip.)
1 small box lemon Jell-O
1 cup of hot water
1 cup cold water
FROSTING
1 store-bought lemon icing
1/2 small tub Cool Whip
Bake your cake and let it cool. Poke holes in the cake. Mix hot water with the Jell-O to dissolve and then add the cold water. Pour over the cake. Take your canned frosting and put in a bowl and add the Cool Whip and mix well. Ice the cake with the frosting You can top with lemon slices to make it look pretty. Keep in the fridge. ENJOY!

What Your Emergency Disaster Shelter Should Have

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What Your Emergency Disaster Shelter Should Have

Disasters can strike at any time, and survival usually depends on your preparation. Every home needs an emergency response plan that includes disaster shelters and supplies. Arkansas sees it’s fair share of tornados, floods, and natural disasters throughout the year, so you’ll want to be prepared for these situations. If you already have an emergency disaster shelter but don’t know what to put in it, here’s what your emergency disaster shelter should have.

Food Items & Water

This is a rather obvious addition to your emergency disaster shelter. However, most people get it wrong. In a disaster, you need specific types of food, like non-perishable foods that are easy to prepare.

We highly recommend canned foods because they can last for years. Pre-cooked canned foods are ideal for obvious reasons. However, you should balance the food with a mixture of canned protein, carbs, and vitamins. Also, don’t forget to have enough clean drinking water to last you for weeks to months. Start storing survival food now to ensure you are ready for anything.

Survival Kit

The shelter also needs a kit with supplies that will save your life in an emergency. These supplies include, but aren’t limited to, matches, a whistle, a knife, surgical masks, towels, gloves, blankets, sleeping bags, scissors, duct tape, and extra clothing. A survival kit should also include a first aid kit to treat common injuries and health problems.

Other items include a flashlight, a battery-powered radio, batteries, and sanitation/hygiene supplies. These hygenie supplies include toilet paper, toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc. It also helps to have a map of your area, some emergency cash, and emergency contact information. In addition, you should include device chargers and copies of your personal documents, like your birth certificates, passports, proof of address, and important medical information. Lastly, don’t forget to have a multipurpose tool with blades, pliers, screwdrivers, openers, etc.

Family Supplies

If you have a family, you’ll need additional family supplies. You will need the supplies that are essential for you and all your family members. For example, if you have a baby or a toddler you will need formula, diapers, baby wipes and things of that nature. You should also consider games and activities to keep your children occupied during an emergency.

If you have one or more pets, you’ll need to include pet food, a bowl, and a collar in the family supplies. Radios are also crucial for communicating with other family members if the emergency takes out cell phone signals.

Now that you know what your emergency disaster shelter should have, you can begin collecting items today.

Mansfield Sweeps Lavaca After Riveting FCA Speech

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Adam Hecox

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Mansfield Sweeps Lavaca After Riveting FCA Speech

Playing ball at another team’s field is always rough. So rough that sometimes a coach will give a pep talk or even do something memorable before the game even starts to get their player’s minds in the game. The Mansfield Tigers baseball team and Lady Tigers softball team both got to experience something memorable before their game against the Lavaca Golden Arrows on Thursday, April 7^th. Mansfield FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) leader, Bernie Simon, brought in a guest speaker to give both teams a good ol’ fashioned pregame speech. The man who spoke to the teams about God, glory and game was none other than former ACC and NBA Champion, Adrian Branch.

We enjoy brining in guest speakers for the kids and Adrian was a great one,” said Mansfield Coach Tim Cothran. “The kids always seem to enjoy the guest speakers that our FCA Leader, Bernie Simon, brings in (as well as Bernie himself). The kids are always very nice and seem to respond well when we do this. It’s certainly a good thing to bring people in that have been there and done that in life. Those individuals can testify to the good, the bad, the mistakes, and the successes that these kids are experiencing in their own lives. The more people that can share their testimony to these young people about what God has done for them, the more it will continue to have an impact on the lives of our student athletes and our youth as a whole.”

Mansfield Tigers Baseball team with special FCA speaker Adrian Branch

Although Branch was speaking to the Tigers and Lady Tigers at a Baseball/Softball game, his professional history is on the basketball courts. He played basketball for the Maryland Terrapins in college and was an All-ACC second team selection twice. Branch even helped lead Maryland to win the ACC Championship in 1984. Branch’s skills on the court set him up to be picked in the 2nd Round of the 1985 NBA Draft where he was the drafted by the 46th overall pick by the Chicago Bulls. Branch’s professional career stretched from 1985 through 1990 when he played for teams like the Los Angeles Lakers, Portland Trail Blazers, Brooklyn Nets, and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Adrian Branch carries many accolades to his name including being the MVP of the McDonald’s All-American Game in 1981, an ACC Championship, two second team All-ACC team sections, and an NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1987. Branch now spends his time as an ESPN college basketball analyst and speaks with young athletes through his association with the FCA. Needless to say, the Tigers and Lady Tigers where in the presence of someone who had definitely “been there and done that”.

Lady Tigers All-Star catcher Brooklyn Adams

Whether it was the good Lord, Adrian Branch’s pregame speech, the sheer determination of the Tigers and Lady Tigers or all of the above, Mansfield pulled off double W’s with the Tigers coming back from behind to win 10-9 and the Lady Tigers toughing it out for the 4-3 victory over the Golden Arrows. The wins not only gave Mansfield a regular season sweep of Lavaca, but also improved their already stellar records as both teams continue to be undefeated in conference play. The Tigers will travel to Greenland on Friday, April 8^th for some non-conference action while the Lady Tigers will look to continue their conference run at Mountainburg on Monday, April 11^th.

Obituary – Annette Sue Cothran (1972-2022)

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Tammy Teague

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Obituary – Annette Sue Cothran (1972-2022)

Annette Sue Cothran, or Nette as most of us referred to her as, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 49 years 3 months and 30 days on January 23, 2022 in Mercy Hospital in Ft. Smith, AR. She passed from complications of Multiple Sclerosis, Covid Pneumonia, and Sepsis of the blood.

She was born to Jim & Karen McGinthia on September 24, 1972 in Joplin, MO. Annette grew up in Greenwood, AR with her parents and her brother James. She was married on August 14, 1992 to Tim Cothran, both of Greenwood. They were married at 1^st Assembly of God church in Greenwood by Annette’s grandfather, John Pigg. Nette was a graduate of Greenwood High School class of 1990. She then attended Westark Community College, now known as the University of Arkansas Fort Smith until she got married, at which time she entered the work force, working in early childhood education. Annette has lived in Greenwood, Russellville, Atkins, and Mansfield. Annette and her husband have been involved in various types of ministry throughout their marriage. They were youth pastors in Atkins at Happy Valley for almost 3 ½ years before moving to Mansfield. While here, they have been youth pastors at Huntington 1^st Assembly of God and Midland 1^st Assembly of God before moving into the pastor position at Midland. If Annette could tell you her greatest accomplishment it would be that she is the mother of 3 of the finest children to ever walk the Earth. She was so proud of her children and I’m certain will be looking for the day that she will be reunited with them in Heaven as well as the rest of her family and friends.

Some of Annette’s fondest memories, involved her days working with the Children’s Church at Van Buren 1^st Assembly of God. Annette had always been involved in Children Church throughout her young life following the leading of her parents. She worked her way up to bus captain, which meant she was in charge of finding, inviting, and taking care of the kids to and from church for Saturday Morning Super Church. Often times the bus captain was the direct link from the kid’s to the church. Oh the stories she would tell. From the joy and excitement of seeing these kids get to church, spending time with them, watching them grow in the Lord, the pain of losing one of these kids to a tragic school bus accident. She was always so excited to get to work with kids. She told me once that she went into a project house while the adults were all passed out, she got the kids dressed and took them to church. She was fearless even at a young age. She had hoped to get an early childhood education degree.

Annette is survived by her husband, Tim and her 3 children, Lydia, Isaac, and Levi all of the home. She is also survived by her parents Jim and Karen McGinthia of Fort Smith, her brother James McGinthia and his wife Rachel, and their children Garrett and Zoe of Muldrow, Ok, and a niece Shea Dial and nephew Gunner Dial of Springdale, AR. Annette was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Willie & Berniece McGinthia of Greenwood, AR, and maternal grandparents John & Betty Pigg of Joplin, MO.

Annette’s memorial service will be held at the Midland Assembly of God Church in Midland, AR on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. The service will be officiated by Rev. Torin Johnson and Rev. Rockey Boggs. The address of the church is 501 N 6^th St in Midland, AR.

Annette Sue Cothran, or Nette as most of us referred to her as, born September 24, 1972 in Joplin, MO, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 49 years 3 months and 30 days on January 23, 2022 in Mercy Hospital in Ft. Smith, AR. She was serving with her husband as pastors of Midland 1^st Assembly of God at the time of her death.

Annette is survived by her husband, Tim and her 3 children, Lydia, Isaac, and Levi all of the home. She is also survived by her parents Jim and Karen McGinthia of Fort Smith, her brother James McGinthia and his wife Rachel, and their children Garrett and Zoe of Muldrow, Ok, and a niece Shea Dial and nephew Gunner Dial of Springdale, AR. Annette was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Willie & Berniece McGinthia of Greenwood, AR, and maternal grandparents John & Betty Pigg of Joplin, MO.

Annette’s memorial service will be held at the Midland Assembly of God Church in Midland, AR on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. The service will be officiated by Rev. Torin Johnson and Rev. Rockey Boggs. The address of the church is 501 N 6^th St in Midland, AR.

Obituary – Lynda Lee (Drury) Waddle (1948-2022)

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Tammy Teague

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Obituary – Lynda Lee (Drury) Waddle (1948-2022)

Lynda Lee Waddle of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, April 5, 2022, in Waldron, Arkansas with her loved ones by her side. Lynda was born December 10, 1948 in San Diego, California to Robert Drury and Phyllis (Baker) Drury. She was 73 years old.

Lynda worked at Tyson Foods in Waldron for over 20 years before retiring. She was the payroll clerk but she also pitched in when and helped anywhere she could. Lynda enjoyed many things such as getting her hair and nails done, her flowers and serving as Chaplain for the Protectors Motorcycle Association. As well-rounded as Lynda was, one thing remained constant and undeniable and that was the love she had for her family and friends. Knowing Lynda meant you witnessed a complete understanding of unconditional love. She loved with her whole heart but she wasn’t afraid to call you out if need be. Lynda was most proud of her family and spending time with them laughing, having fun and making precious memories were treasured times for all.

Lynda leaves behind to cherish her memory, her husband Curt Haney, three daughters: Tonilyn (Eric) Waddle, Tamara (Lee Roy) Barnett, and Misty Waddle as well as one sister Susan (Wayne) Crossno and one brother Bobby (Shona) Drury. Grandma will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Paige (Bandith) Somphounout, Heather (Robbie) Molholt, Eric Kozderka, Joshua (Danielle) Sheppard, Savannah Winters, Kyle Waddle, Corryn (DJ) Lowe and Evan Watkins as well as 13 great-grandchildren. Lynda will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of nieces, nephews and extended family she loved dearly.

Lynda was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Phyllis Drury, one daughter, Bobbye Rayanne Waddle, one granddaughter, Victoria Eileen Sheppard and one sister Phyllis Wester.

Lynda’s celebration of life will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2022 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Jeff Wilkinson officiating. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.

Lynda’s visitation will be Friday, April 8, 2022, from 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas where Lynda’s family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

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