Martha Sue Halbrook Lowery
November 29, 1957 – February 15, 2024
Martha Sue “Susie” Halbrook Lowery, age 66, met her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 15, 2024. Susie was a lifelong resident of Jackson Parish and a class of 1975 graduate of Jonesboro-Hodge High School.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Otis and Moena Halbrook, and her three (3) brothers: Gary, Freddie and Brandon Halbrook.
She is survived by two (2) brothers: Eddie and Kirk and three (3) sisters: Betty Ann, Tammy and Patsy her four (4) children: Melissa Jeane, Carisa & David Bond, Angela and D.J. Smith, Larry and Amber Lowery, Jr. She has eight (8) grandchildren: Carrie Anne & Tyler Walker, Mason Jeane, Caleb & Cayden Smith, Gracelynn & Preslea Lowery, Carrington & Harrison Bond and two (2) great grandchildren Brantley and Lakyn Walker and also a host of nieces and nephews.
Susie was a nurse for 48 years and loved taking care of others. She never had acquaintances because if she didn’t know you, she was going to know you before you finished the conversation. She loved people for who they were and would do anything for anyone.
Susie was a loved momma, mamaw, daughter, sister, nurse and friend. She loved her family, friends, cats, dogs and all animals. She could light up any room. Most importantly, Susie loved sharing her testimony on how accepting Christ changed her life. Susie may be gone, but her testimony on what God had done for her will live on forever.
Visitation for family and friends will be from 5:00 – 9:00 pm on Sunday, February 18th at Full Gospel Christian Center, located at 714 Railroad Avenue in Jonesboro. The funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Monday, February 19th at the church with burial following at Gayla Traina Cemetery under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons Mason, Caleb, Cayden and nephews Joseph, Justin and Joshua Halbrook
Teresia Lane Walker Boddie
September 19, 1966 – February 12, 2024
Teresia Walker Boddie went home to be with her Savior on February 12, 2024. Teresia was born on September 19, 1966 to Charles and Elaine Walker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy T Boddie, and her son, Sam Henderson.
Teresia was known by those closest to her as Momma, “Red”, “Aunt Red”, and “Teresia Lane”. She was a very uniquely wonderful person. Known for her expressive personality, you never had to wonder very much about what she was thinking, how she was feeling, or what her opinion on something was. She could give you a look, and it say exactly what she meant. She was quick witted and well spoken. Her wit was very clear about what she thought and how she felt. She could be an intimidating person, but all who knew her knew she was a very loving person. She loved and cared with a depth beyond words. Once you got in with Red, you knew you were in for life. She may tell you something that you didn’t want to hear, but she meant it with love.
She served with the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Department for 25 years and 9 months, until her recent retirement. She took pride in her work with the Sheriff’s Department, and she did her best to ensure the job was always done right. Teresia was a loving momma, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She loved her family and friends unconditionally.
Teresia’s Celebration of Life service was held at First Baptist Church on Thursday, February 15th. Interment followed at Bear Creek Cemetery in Bienville, LA under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro.
Viola “Tiny” Hester
February 14, 1941 – February 11, 2024
A Godly life ended February 11, 2024 when God took Sister Viola “Tiny” Hester home to be with him. Sister Viola Hester was born February 14, 1941 to the union of the late Earnest and Onnie Anderson Saulsberry in the Mariah Community, Chatham, LA.
Early in life she confessed hope in Christ and united with Mt. Mariah Baptist Church. Sister Viola Hester attended Jasper Henderson and received specialized training in culinary services. She worked as a Homemaker and with the Nutrition Department of the Jackson Parish Council on Aging.
Sister Viola met and married Pervis Hester, who preceded her in death, and to that union 7 children were born. Sister Viola and Pervis Hester faithfully served at Mt. Mariah along with their children. Sister Hester was a member of the Choir, Deaconess Ministry, and Kitchen Ministry. Family life with Sister Hester was filled with love.
She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and cooking family meals. On most days, she could be found sitting on her front porch reflecting on the word of God. To know Sister Viola Hester was to love her. She was a blessing to all she met and her friendly spirit drew people to her.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Pervis Hester, oldest son, Mitchell Wayne Hester, two sisters, Dottie Saulsberry and Lela B. Jackson (Rothel), one brother, Mack Arthur Saulsberry (Barbara), and one God sister, Dollie Jackson.
Her precious memories will be cherished by one sister, Mary Grace Brown (Robert), one brother Johnnie Ray Saulsberry (Bobbi) her sons, Gerald Hester (Angela) of Glenn Heights, Texas, Edwin Hester of Katy, Texas, Pervis Hester Jr.(Helen) of Arlington, Texas, Gary Hester (Francis) of Missouri City, Texas, 2 daughters, Charlesetta Hester Washington (Alfred) of Mansfield, Texas, Paula Hester Martin (Jacqual) of Cypress, Texas, and, seven grandchildren, Kerry Washington, Leann Hester, Kirkland Hester, Jaqell Martin, Justin Martin, Gary T. Hester, Damian Hester, one great grandchild, Journee Nevaeh Hester, two sisters in-law, Archie Hester, Peggy Hester Tanzy, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Viola’s Celebration of Life service was held at Mt. Mariah Baptist Church in Chatham on Saturday, February 17th. Internment followed at the Mt. Mariah Cemetary under the supervision of Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro.