Marie Elizabeth Carpenter Erwin

Marie Elizabeth Carpenter Erwin


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Apr 5th, 2016

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  • Death Date: Apr 5, 2016

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Biography: Marie Elizabeth Carpenter Erwin died April 5 in Little Rock. Born on June 17, 1921 in Batesville, Arkansas, she was the daughter of Margaret Callis and Edmund H. Carpenter of Batesville. In 1944 she married Will B. Erwin of Little Rock where they lived and raised their family. She graduated from Batesville High School and attended Arkansas College (now Lyon College). In 1946 she joined Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church where she was a member and past president of the Butler/Upper Room class; taught Sunday School for many years; was an honorary member of the Board of Stewards; served on many committees and received a special mission recognition pin from the United Methodist Women. Marie was active in the Girl Scouts when her daughters were involved in the program. She was a member and past president of the Twentieth Century Club of Little Rock, served on the Hope Lodge Board and was active in many other service and community organizations. She was pre-deceased by her parents, her husband in 1998 and her sister and brother in law, Margaret and Bruce Menees. She is survived by her daughters, Lynne Knight and husband, Ed and Ceile Faulkner and husband, Jim; her grandchildren Scott Knight (Ashley) of Rogers; Katherine Anne Knight (fianc? Aaron Fisher) of Little Rock; and William Knight (Sarah) of Memphis. Will Faulkner (Bailey) of Little Rock; Elizabeth Chandler (Chris) of Little Rock; and Mary Margaret Morrissey (Aaron) of Little Rock. Marie is also survived by her beloved great-grandchildren whom she adored: Parker Knight, Beckett Knight, Sydney Faulkner, Anne Wallace Chandler, Mary Winston Chandler, Marie Morrissey, Addison Morrissey and baby boy Knight to be born in August. They all loved their Mimi and will miss her forever. In addition, she is survived by her niece Laura Menees and her nephew, Dr. Martin Meness (Marian), and cousins Theodora Hightower and Lou Ann Hance. Marie's family thanks the entire Briarwood Rehabilitation team for their love and concern and Nancy Holmes for her love and devotion. They especially appreciate Dr. John Jones and Dr. Dean Kumpuris for their attentive care. Memorial Services will be held Monday April 11 at 11 a.m. at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church with a reception following at the church. The services are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be the Will and Marie Erwin Endowment of the Pulaski Heights UMC Foundation, 4823 Woodlawn Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.

Condolences(10)
Steve Koenig
#10
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lynne - So sorry to read about your Mom. Thinking of you and your family.
Dr. & Mrs. H. F. "Bunny" Brown, III
#9
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dear Lynne and Ceile,
June and I were saddened to see that your sweet precious mother had passed away. I'm not sure if she ever told you but she has known me since I was 18 months old. Your mom and dad were good friends with my parents. I will sorely miss seeing her. Please know that you and your families are in our prayers. She and "Charlie" (as I called your dad) are now back together. I'm sure mom and dad are showing her around heaven. May she rest in Peace.
Dr. Bunny and June Brown
Jane Hulsey
#8
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Such a loss to so many. She was one of the most beautiful souls.
Jane Hulsey
#7
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Such a loss to so many. She was one of the most beautiful souls.
Jack Belford
#6
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lynne - God bless you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your mother.
Carolyn and Rick Hanna
#5
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
God Bless the life of Marie Erwin and the family that was so devoted to her. She was the epitome of graciousness. Remembered with fondness.
Chip and Cheryl Welch
#4
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Cheryl and I send our deepest condolences, love and prayers at the loss of such a great lady to Ceile, Lynne and the entire family. May God Bless!
Holly Whiteman Mathisen
#3
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
God bless the life that was Marie Erwin. Throughout all of my life, she has been one of my "standards" for the way a lovely Christian woman should conduct themselves. RIP, 'rie...love you.
Terry Paulson
#2
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Marie was one of the kindest, most elegant ladies it has been my pleasure to know. She will be missed by so many. Wishing the whole family God's comfort.
Jamie Dempsey
#1
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I will always remember "Mimi" sitting in "big church" at Pulaski Heights, being so kind and looking so put together. Thoughts and prayers for her family, I know you all cherished her.

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