Freeda Cummings

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Biography: Freeda Cummings passed on August 12. A fact not lost on the family is that she died before she could see Hilary Clinton elected, just as she had hoped. Freeda sledge hammered every rule of eating healthy to obtain a nice long life. She had a passionate love of peanut butter cookies, corn bread and buttermilk, pecan pies, candy bars, and diet Coke. She lived to be 80. Freeda knew what made a good life?watching the sun rise from a John boat on Lake Conway, watching Matlock reruns until she knew the script, Little League Baseball, stock piling hairnets for bed, weekly beauty shop trips, SAS shoes, and her beloved Arkansas Razorbacks. These were things that she loved but none more than her husband Pat, and her two sons Bob and Ricky. She had one grand buddy Jason Mastino and one great granddaughter, Haley Mastino. She loved Haley more than she loved cookies and that is the truest measure that we could hope for. Freeda disliked very much any Texas or Alabama football team and considered any game those states won as rigged or otherwise not on the up-and-up. She disliked very much, the end of football season, her middle name, and McDonalds. Freeda deeply loved a host of sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews, and never missed a Christmas or a chance to sit around the table and play cards with any of them. She was loved by many and had more friends than she ever knew. A service will be held at Little Rock National Cemetery on Tuesday, August 18 at 11:00 am where it is asked that you bring your Razorback spirit. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you instead go fishing. Watch a Razorback game. Eat a well-made Pecan Pie. And love. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com

Condolences(29)

Sharon Henry

#29

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am sad today because I did not personally know this awesome soul! My sympathy and prayers are with her loved ones.

Fred Smotherman

#28

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I didn't know Mrs. Cummings but I wish I had. She sounds like an absolutely fabulous lady and held many of the same beliefs that I do. I'm so sorry for your huge loss. May she rest in peaceful sleep thru all of eternity. To whoever wrote the obituary - it is fantastic!

Jennifer Evans

#27

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I do not know your family nor did I know your loved one, but I sure would have loved to!! You all gave her the BEST Obituary I have ever read... THIS is what her life was about and reading it, though I know your grief is so deep, I couldn't help but smile through tears at what it would have been like to have this wonderful woman in MY life. You were all so truly blessed, and so was she. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Angela Barnes

#26

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I'm very sorry for your loss. As others, I did not know Mrs.Cummings in life, but I celebrate the memories of her with you. May God grant you peace during this difficult time.
Peanut butter cookies,
Angela

Stacy B

#25

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Sorry for your loss. But thank you for writing an obit like this one. I usually won't read them because I don't like hearing about anyone passing, but I believe this was a great way to celebrate her life, not emphasize her passing.

Katie Coomes

#24

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

What a wonderful memory in terms that so many can understand and relate.

Donna smith

#23

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Just wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with your family. I also saw this on Facebook and would have loved to have known her. Thank you for the well written glimpse into her life. I am sure she is smiling down from heaven

Sueanna Cossey

#22

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Sorry about your loss. Don't know your mother but love the obituary. REST IN PEACE.

Melanie

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I did not know Mrs. Cummings, but we could all only hope to be remembered so fondly. She sounds like she was a fun, and amazing lady. My sincerest condolences for your loss.

Patty Wilson

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry to hear that a person with so much spirit has passed. She is with the Lord calling the Hogs! What a wonderful thought.

Denise Hudson

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Ms. Cummings, but I wish I had. She reminds me of my dad who died 3 years ago in at 88 in El Dorado. Go Hogs!

Mari Hank

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I didn't know your mother, but I really enjoyed reading her obit. To bad she never wrote a book, it would have been amusing. Sorry for your lose, what wonderful memories you have.

Vickie Pinson

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I did not know Freeda but she sounds like an awesome woman. Someone who knows what is really important in life. From another Razorback fan, totally agree about the Alabama and Texas teams!! WPS!! Rest in peace, Freeda.

Tunnie

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Sorry Bob Great Memories growing up with your Family I know Ricky Pat And Ronnie were there to meet her. RIP Mrs Cummings

Dena Westra Krich

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

She sounds like a delightful lady I would of loved to hear stories from and sit for hours hearing them.I lived in Arkansas for 20 years and I still love them Razorbacks. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in Peace

Crystal Hilliard

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I learned of her death on facebook as well. and Im deeply sorry for your loss and your family is in our prayers. She sounds like she was a wonderful woman full of life.

Diana Holmes

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I too love all these things but politics. What a wonderful obituary and life of a lovely lady. Think all games are rigged with Texas and Florida. You must have many wonderful memories! Go Arkansas! #WPS

Heidi Mickley

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry for ya'lls loss. I did not know Fredda, but being from Arkansas I am a huge Razorback fan. She sounds like a blast.

Mandy Cook

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Thank you for sharing your memories! Even though I did not personally know Freeda, your sweet writing about her made me understand a bit of her sparkling personality. Prayers to your family.

Jana Webb

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing, but she sounds like an extraordinary woman!!! Each one of you were very blessed to have this woman in your lives and I know that you all know that. May God bless and keep you all during this time.

Don Lane

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I'm sure I have at least seen Miss Frreda on one of her Lake Conway trips. We have competes for the same fish as that is also my favorite way to see the sunrise. This is the best tribute I have read by far. Y'all sound like a wonderful family suffering the loss if someone great. My sincerest condolences. Praying for your family as you celebrate her life. God bless. Rev. Don Lane.

Krystal allen

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Rest in peace you will be missed

Tracy Mays

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Thanks for showing us a more meaningful way of honoring someones life! You have inspired me to be more creative when my time comes to write my own obit.

Stephanie West

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Rest in Peace

Beverly Bridges

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I did not know Freeda, But she sounds like a very delightful woman . I am sorry for your loss , but as I see you have lots of loving memories .

Shelly Perrin

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I did not know Ms. Freeda, but happened upon her obit on Facebook. I am sorry that her family lost such a vibrant spirited person, but am so blessed to see that she lived her life to the fullest and enjoyed every second. God bless and WPS

Bill Alderson

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I did not know Freeda, but she sounds like an amazing woman who loved life and was loved by others. We share a disdain for McDonald's. My condolences for your loss.

Debbra Christenson

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Just read Mrs. Cummings obituary on Facebook! I'm not who started the post but I enjoyed learning about Mrs. Cummings! It is very apparent she was truly loved. Thank you for sharing her with us.

John Godfrey

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Bob,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mothers death. I have very fond memories of her.Your parents were always very kind to me.

Freeda Cummings

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