Lori Nicole Lovin-Self

Lori Nicole Lovin-Self, age 40, of Little Rock, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 23, 2016. She was born June 23, 1975 in Pharr, Texas to Darrell Deon Lovin and Nancy Barnes Lovin. She was a para-professional for the Arkansas School for the Deaf. She was an active member of Geyer Springs First Baptist Church including involvement in special needs ministry; teaching sign language classes; coaching Upward soccer and Vacation Bible School. Lori was an encourager and was very devoted to special needs children in helping them have a meaningful life. She loved art, following in the footsteps of her grandmother (Mimi). An outpouring from friends on Facebook tells of Lori's love of life, family and friends: Comments include: "Light in the World", "A Radiant Beam" and "a smile that would light up any room". She is survived by her parents; husband, Derwin Self; daughter, Ashlee Danielle Self; stepson, Lorn Self of Searcy; brother, Marcus Levi Lovin of Conway and numerous nieces, nephews and friends; and a special friend who was like a sister to her, Brittany Fuhrmann. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, May 26, 2016 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800 with Pastor Ben Jones officiating. Interment to follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made in Lori's honor to the Arkansas School for the Deaf Foundation, Lori Lovin-Self Art Fund". Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond.