Linda Sharron Elkins, 72, of Fayetteville died Thursday, March 3, 2016 in Fayetteville. She was born April 4, 1943 in Brownsville, TX. to Willie (Bill) Alvin and Mary Emma Willis.
Sharron was a 1961 graduate of Elkins High School where she was on the girls basketball team and was a cheerleader. She was a member of the Altrusa Club. She formerly worked for Farm Credit Services and Metropolitan Life Insurance. She was most recently an insurance agent for Washington County Farm Bureau of Arkansas where she had been employed for 28 years. Sharron was a faithful member of Mt. Comfort Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Sandra Karen Springston; and one granddaughter, Kelsi Paige Elkins.
She is survived by two sons, Eric Elkins and wife, Amanda of Fayetteville and Craig Elkins and wife, Karol of Bentonville; three grandchildren, Jackson Elkins of Fayetteville and Emma and Maci Elkins of Bentonville; two brothers, Gary Willis of Decatur and Freddie Willis of Elkins; one step-sister, Jan Judy of Elkins; one special aunt, Julie Stewart of Durham; numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.
Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at Mt. Comfort Church of Christ with Nathan Jorgenson officiating. Interment will follow in McCord Cemetery under the direction of Beard’s Chapel.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 P.M. Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at Beard’s Chapel.
A special thanks to her caregivers and the Willard Walker Hospice Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Willard Walker Hospice Home, 325 E. Longview St., Fayetteville, AR. 72703.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Sharon was a wonderful friend, we will miss her
I always loved Aunt Sharron’s smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all……God bless
She was one of a kind that touch the hearts of many. She will truly be missed.
Loved working with Sharron at Walmart. Great lady. Everytime I use the Santa cup she gave I always think of her. I will miss her dearly.
Eric&Craig ; So sorry to hear about your mom.I just wanted you yo know I was thinking about you both and to your family.May God bless you all and may His peace and comfort be with you.
Were so very sorry for the loss of Sharon, she was a good person & friend. May God be with you during this time.
Eric and Craig,
I am so very sorry about your Mom. My prayers go out to you and your family!
Eric and Craig, so sorry I can not be with you Wednesday. I teach a class at that hour and don’t have a substitute. Know that your Mom was a great friend from our days at Met Life. I had no idea that she was so sick. I will hold you in my prayers. Peace.
Dolores
Craig, and all of Sharron’s family,
I planned to be at the visitation today, but due to the stormy weather, I opted not to get out. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. I have known Sharron most of our lives, and have always thought of her as a good and caring person. May God be with you now and always.
My condolences to Eric, Craig and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was one of the sweetest persons I know and will be missed. God Bless.
Jeneva Lewis