Wilma Elizabeth (Elsberry) Hanna Obituary (1924

Wilma Elizabeth Hanna, 96, of Dardanelle, AR, died Sunday, November 29, 2020, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. The daughter of Samuel and Francis Chappell Elsberry, she was born November 27, 1924 in Havana, AR. Wilma was valedictorian of her graduating class at the Cardon Bottoms School. In her later years, Wilma worked in housekeeping at the Dardanelle Hospital where she was Employee of the Month because she was known for her hard work and dependability. Wilma was of the Baptist faith, where she loved her Lord and His Word. Wilma and her family enjoyed such a loving bond with each other. Next to her faith and family, she loved cooking, tending to her roses, reading and working cross word puzzles all while listening to old gospel music. She was preceded in death by her husband Arlie L. Hanna Sr., her parents, a daughter, Nancy Ann Hanna, brothers JC Elsberry and Robert Elsberry, and a sister, Juanelle Holmes. Wilma is survived by her daughters: Peggy Robinson and Sandra (Bob) Burnham, a son, Arlie (Joan) Hanna. Grandchildren: Marcia Flood, Misty Lewis, Brock Burnham, Robert (Ginger) Burnham, Kim Johnson, Russell Hanna (Amanda), Kacie Hanna, Josh (Lacey) Hanna, Bobbi (Chris) Yarbrough. Great grandchildren: Hannah (Brent) Christy, Hallie Mills, Blake Brixey, Delaney Lewis, Darrian (Drake) Nelson, Draxton Mediano, Payton (Joe) Steffy, Paige Hanna, Kristen (Justin) Robertson, Shalyn Horn, Trey (Cassie) Johnson, Jenna Walker, Alex Burnham, Cade Burnham, Lindsey Burnham, Hailey Burnham, Tenley Burnham, Sam Bly, Logan (Monica) Jones, Landon Jones, Taylon Hanna, Kylieigh Hanna, Bryson Hanna, Addyson Hanna. Great Great Grandchildren: Emberlynn Bly, Trinity Deal, Tristen Deal, Drake Bright, Kadence Christy, Hayden Brixey, Lexie Mills, Shawn Mills, Nolan Haney, Avan Walker, Cort Johnson, Nolan Robertson, Arlie Pitts. A brother, Wayne (Wanda) Elsberry, two sisters, Vada Skidmore and Ada (Brodie) Watson. A burial and graveside service will be held Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Harris Cemetery in Centerville, under the direction of Humphrey Funeral Service. Rev. Charles Lewis will officiate. We will follow the CDC guidelines for outdoor services, face masks and social distancing required. Memorials may be made to Harris Cemetery, 709 Hamilton Cove, Russellville, AR. Internet obituary and on-line guest book are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.