Iris Connell

Iris Connell, 94, of Conway, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, September 10, 2014. He was born September 19, 1919 in Holland, Ark. to the late DeWitt Parsons and Myrtle (Watkins) Parsons. Iris was also preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Marvin E. Connell, brother, Shafford Parsons,and sister, Hermea Lewis. Iris was a member of the Eastside Baptist Church in Conway. After raising her family, Iris graduated from Arkansas Teachers College and taught school for 17 years at Oak Grove in Pulaski county. After retiring, she helped her husband on the farm and took care of him for 18 years. Later she enjoyed reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Iris was a Christian lady who was very committed to the Lord. Iris is survived by two sons, Michael Connell (Martha) of Jacksonville, Victor G. Connell (Elaine) of Naylor, three daughters, Sandra McGraw, Sarah Campbell (Bill), and Shirley Edmonds all of Conway, sister, Lotis Grisham (Dewell) of North Little Rock, brother, Gary Parsons of Holland, Ark., grandchildren, Teresa Andrews (Tommy), Julia Edwards, Rico Trejo, Billy McGraw, Martha Campbell, Charity Davis (Steve) and Faith Johnson (Clinton), 11 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday September 12, 2014 at Eastside Baptist Church in Conway, with Bro. Thom South officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Naylor. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Online guest book:www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.