220 Viva Drive, Trumann, AR 72472
In Loving Memory

Shirley Mae Dye

Shirley Mae Dye

Shirley Mae Dye

November 27, 1950 - February 28, 2011

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Mrs. Shirley Mae Dye was born on Monday, November 27, 1950 daughter of the late Henry and Ruby Clark Bushong. She died on Monday, February 28, 2011 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro, Ark., at the age of 60 years 3 months and 1 day. She was born in Jonesboro, Ark., and lived her lifetime in Trumann. Mrs. Dye was a Housewife and a member of Maple Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by one sister, two brothers, and her parents. Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Ronald Dye of the home; three sons, Ronnie Dye and Thaddeus Dye both of Trumann, and Booger Dye of Jonesboro; two daughters, Rhonda Dye White and Tiffany Dye Elliott both of Trumann; two brothers, Jimmy Bushong and Bill Bushong both of Paragould; two sisters, Mary Taylor of Jonesboro and Mollie Coffman of Kansas City, KS; 4 grandchildren, Jonah White, Sarah White, Trevar Dye, and Grayson Dye; and two great-grandchildren, Topanga Elliott and Lily Elliott. Funeral service will be Thursday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at Maple Grove Baptist Church with Dr. Jim Shaw and Rev. Jamey Carter officiating. Burial will follow in Caraway Cemetery in Caraway, Ark. Active pallbearers will be Mark Walker, Brant Walker, Matthew Dye, Scott Bushong, Jesse Coffman, and Scott Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be Brent Smith and Brandon Smith. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Maple Grove Baptist Church 13509 Maple Grove Ln. Trumann, AR 72472. Online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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"Shirley and i worked together at American Greetings in Harrisburg. We had lots of laughs together. She was a very special person. To the family, stay strong and hold on to the many happy memories that i'm sure you shared with her. Remember that our creator does't put more on you than he knows you can bear.

Novella Young-Johnson, Fort Worth, TX

March 14, 2011

"Ronnie & Jill & family,Sorry to hear of your loss of your Mom. We are praying for all of you.

Rudy & Janet Castillo, Cherokee Village, AR

March 5, 2011

"Dear Ronnie,Sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. I never had the priveledge to meet her but after knowing you I'm sure she was a very special lady. judy and i will pray for you and your family in adjusting to her absence.Love,Rodney and Judy lemonier

Rodney and Judy Lemonier ,

March 4, 2011

"I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. I pray God's comforting presence will uphold you.

Donna Soliday, Hardy, Arkansas

March 3, 2011

"Ronnie, Jill, and family...We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Darrell and Nancy White

Nancy White, Jonesboro, AR

March 3, 2011

"So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She and I went throughschool together, THS Class of 1969.My heart felt sympathy to her family and prayers that your treasured memories of Shirley will ease your pain.

Ferrell Hinds, Cordova, Tn.

March 3, 2011

"Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

CynthiaWright, Trumann, AR

March 3, 2011

"Ronnie - we are so sorry about your mother's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

James and Carin McClung, Trumann

March 2, 2011

"I will always remember what a wonderful lady Shirley was. God Bless the family.

Kay Toddy McClulng, Rector, Ar. 72461

March 2, 2011

"i am sorry for you lose i know how it hurts i am sorry i couldnt make it to the funeral i wash that i could of been there i never really got to know her but i wish i could of i bet she was a great mom to you guys and a wonderfull wife i will pray for you to make it thur the pain

anthony dye, rockford ills

March 2, 2011

"Dye family, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.

Linda Woods, Trumann

March 2, 2011

"Jill and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you

Tammy M. Collier, Jonesboro, AR

March 2, 2011

"Ronnie so sorry about the passing of your mother. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Jay and Melissa Roberts, Trumann

March 2, 2011

"So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. We graduated from THS together the Class of 69. I have fond memories of her. Will be praying for the family. Brenda Easter Wilson

Brenda Easter Wilson, Frankfort, Ky.

March 2, 2011

"im sorry for yor lost sorry i couldent be their

diane dye, rockford ills

March 2, 2011

"sorry for you lost,but she will never be forgotten,we love and miss her very much

jenny clark, rockford ill

March 2, 2011

"Dear Ronnie and family, I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Wishing you much peace and love during this difficult time.

Susan (Carr) McGruder, Memphis, TN

March 2, 2011

"Ron I feel your lose having my wife of 59 years go home to the Lord last March. Feel His arms around you and weep as He did. It's OK. God Bless you my brother.Bob Smith

Robert W. Smith, Cherokee Village, Ar.

March 2, 2011

"You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Shirley was a kind woman whom I know will be missed tremendously.

Sherry (Willis) McMunn, Marked Tree, AR

March 2, 2011

"Ronnie, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you have peace and comfort in knowing your mom is sitting at the feet of Jesus in heaven and rejoicing with the angels.

Leah (Crocker) Fike, Jonesboro, AR

March 2, 2011

"Ronnie, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom, I did not know until church services Wednesday night. If there is anything Mike and I can do please let is know.Love,Mike & Carol Conatser

Carol Conatser, Trumann

March 2, 2011

"This is too my family I apolize for my absence and send my love to everyone .God called his child home her work on this ugly earth was finished and he was ready for her to join him love paula,lil shaun,deqwaun

Paula lynn woodard/jackson ,deqwaun,shaundale jr, detroit,mi

March 2, 2011

"sorry i couldnt make it down there for the funeral hope everybody is doing ok.sorry for the lost but she wont be forgotten

jenny clark, rockford ill

March 2, 2011

"Please know we are praying for you and your family as you go through these trying times. Not a week ago we were saying how much we miss you two, Ronnie and Jill. Comfort and hugs to you both and your family.

Larry and Pat Billing, Glencoe, AR

March 1, 2011

"I can't believe Shirley is gone. She was such a vibrant, witty, and griendly person. She will be missed by one and all.I am truly sorry for your loss.

sandra watson Isbell, jonesboro, Ar

March 1, 2011

"To the family of Shirley,I was so sorry to hear today at school about the passing of your family member and loved one.. I am truly saddened by the news of her passing. I loved Shirley and will always remember our times we shared together when she worked in the nursery at MGBC. She was a very compassinate person and I am sure she will be missed by all who knew her. I am so sorry.Her friend in Christ, Hester Hogan

Hester Hogan, Trumann, Ar 72472

March 1, 2011

"I graduated with Shirley at THS. My deepest sympathies to her family during this time of loss. Our prayers are with you.

Kenny White, Memphis, TN

March 1, 2011

"Rhonda im so sorry to hear of your mother's passing.May god be with you and your family.We will keep you and your family in our prayers.If i can do anything please let me know.

Melissa Moss Bandy, Trumann,AR

March 1, 2011

"My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God be with you in your time of need.

Dana Holt (Dye), Lewisville, Texas

March 1, 2011

"Ronnie you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Marc, Tracy, and Madison Phillips, Ash Flat, AR

March 1, 2011

"Tad, Ronnie and family, so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was an exceptional lady. I had the pleasure of getting to know her when Tad was in kindergarten. She will be missed. Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers.Martha Parker

Martha Parker, Trumann

March 1, 2011

"To the Dye family,You are all in my prayers and thoughts. She was a sweet lady and very kind. Rhonda, Ronnie Tiff and Tad if you guys need any thing let me know. So sorry for your loss.

Melissa, bono

March 1, 2011

"Ronnie, I want you to know that you and your family are in our prayers. I remember your kind words and actions when Jim lost his father. Please know if we can help in any way, we would be honored. In Christ's Love... Susan & Jim Adam

Susan and Jim Adam, Highland, AR

March 1, 2011

"Ronnie and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your mother.We are praying for your whole family at this time. If there is anything we can do...please let us know. We love you! In Christ Love, Don and Linda

Don and Linda Lovell, Highland Ar.

March 1, 2011

"My deepest sympathy to Ronald and the children.Shirley was a wonderful person and friend.I will miss you.

Shelby May Glaze, Trumann

March 1, 2011

"My deepest sympathy to Ronald and the children.Shirley was a wonderful person and friend.I will miss you.

Shelby May Glaze, Trumann

March 1, 2011

"What little time I spent around her was always pleasant.have nothing bad I can say about her.there is none.i cosidered her a beautiful kind,loving sweet human being with a beautiful soul which will live on in her children,grand children,& great grandkids.and all who were blessed to know her.this is not goodbye,i will see u when I get called home. Love u , from mr & mrs tommy g dye.& family

Mr & mrs tommy g.& rachael dye, Rockford,illinois

March 1, 2011

"Aunt Shirley was a sweet, loving, caring, person who would do anything for her family and friends. She will be missed, heaven recieved another wonderful angel yesterday!

Chastity, Fayetteville, AR

March 1, 2011

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