Mary Nell Joseph

Mary Nell "Snookie" Joseph of Searcy passed away unexpectedly September 13, 2016. She was born August 31, 1935 in Greenville, Mississippi to Bill and Manelle Shannon. She graduated from Central High School in Helena, Arkansas and St. Joseph School of Nursing in Memphis, Tennessee. She ran a savvy campaign to become a member of the DeQueen School Boardof Education in the early 70's. She was actively involved in the First United Methodist Church of Searcy and the Pairs and Spares Sunday school class and the PEO. So many people were the recipients of her kindness, from encouraging notes and cards to her famous chicken and spaghetti! Her grandmother skills were amazing, as she loved her grandkids so much. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years Dr. Eugene Joseph and her parents. She is survived by sons, Steve Joseph of Fayetteville, Bill Joseph and wife Dawn of Conway, Tim Joseph of Maumelle, daughter Terri Langford and husband Tim of Little Rock; 10 grandchildren, Nick and Brooks (Michelle) Joseph, Kylie and Courtney Joseph, Aaron, Brian and Caitlynn Langford, Hannah, Logan and Collin Joseph; and great-grandson, Westin Joseph. Her and Dad's love story continues as they are reunited in Heaven. She missed him so much! We want to thank "the girls" for making Mom's 81st birthday so very special! She loved you all. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be made to First United Methodist Church, Searcy or your favorite charity. Memorial services will be held Friday at 10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Searcy with reception following. Arrangements by Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net.