1927
2017
Mary Ruth Patton, 89 of Little Rock, passed away July 8, 2017. She was born to John and Sigrid Yarberry on July 9, 1927 in Grant City, Arkansas.
Mary was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. She was very active in her faith and loved going to church. She loved spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, and traveling.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Tim Patton; three brothers; two sisters; and her parents.
She is survived by her children, Gale (Tommy) Earnhart, and Joyce Miller; her sister, Linda Holleman; her brother, Charles Yarberry; four grandchildren, Amy Miller, Dustin Miller, Tim Staley, and Michael Earnhart; one great-grandchild, Katherine McConnell; special nephew, Richard Yarberry; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at 12:30pm. Funeral service will begin at 1:30pm. Burial will follow at Keo Cemetery.
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July 17, 2017
Sarita Gerbig
Joyce - I know how much you loved your Mama and I'm quite sure she knew how much too. When I think about how often you spoke of her, my heart is with you because I know you will miss her so much. Touch the memories you made together and smile - even through the tears.
July 12, 2017
Barbara Cothren
I'm sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
July 12, 2017
DiAnne Nichol
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
July 12, 2017
Sharon Touschner
Gale, I know you are heartbroken. She will be missed, but she joined all our playing friends in Heaven. May God comfort you and your family during this time.
July 11, 2017
Cathy & Jeff Smith
Gail and Joyce. Our hearts are heavy and saddened. Aunt Ruth had so much love in her heart. Our prayers are for your peace and comfort as you cherish her memories.
July 11, 2017
David & Connie Files
Ms. Ruth's Family, We are very sorry of the loss of Ms. Ruth. We were blessed to know her for a long time and to worship with her at Pine Grove. She was such a sweet and special lady. We will miss her so much but we know she no longer has any pain and I know by now she has thrown that cane away! You are in our prayers.
July 11, 2017
Karen Beall-May
Joyce, My thoughts are with you and your family. "That Glorious Sadness" (we have all felt it!) Thinking of you, Karen
July 11, 2017
Gary Patton
My condolences to Ruth's family and friends during this sad time. May you find comfort through prayer and each other's company.
July 10, 2017
Donna Strickland
I'd like to offer my deepest sympathy to you all. Miss Ruth was a very dear woman and I am grateful to have known her even though it was only for a few years. I pray that God's grace and comfort will sustain you all during this sad time.
July 10, 2017
Joyce and Family, my deep condolences for your loss. I am thinking and praying for you all in this difficult time.
Alla Shidlovich
July 10, 2017
Annette Bolin
Joyce and family, I am so sorry for your loss, I am praying for God's comfort during this difficult time.
July 9, 2017
Staff of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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