Martha Earnestine Sanders, 89, of Fayetteville, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Prairie Grove Health & Rehab. She was born August 1, 1929 in Sheridan, AR to James and Mary Harper Cash.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, J.B. Sanders in 2014; five brothers; two sisters; and one grandson.
Earnestine became a child of Christ at Lost Creek Baptist Church, July of 1941, in Sheridan. She was a member in good standing at Calvary Baptist Church in Fayetteville for over 38 years.
She spent many years working in restaurants and grocery stores until 1962 when she became a licensed hair dresser in the state of Arkansas. She then set-up and operated her own beauty shop for 44 years. Earnestine worked at and maintained a good list of clientele until December of 2006.
She was a loving mother and wife. Her passions included gardening. Her hobbies included building several native stone flower beds and making ceramic figurine dolls. She had a very large collection of carousel horses and lighthouses. She enjoyed antiquing and quilting. Earnestine was always involved in everything that the kids participated in. She sat for hours in the sun at softball and baseball games. She also spent several freezing nights at football games. Earnestine was always active in the church anytime she could be. She taught Sunday school, AWANNAS and vacation bible school.
Earnestine is survived by her four children, Jim Sanders of Fayetteville, Jená Vanhook and husband, Ron of West Fork, Jerry Sanders and wife, Patti of McKinney, TX and Jay Sanders and wife, Sang of West Fork; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Gertrude Carlton; and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Monday, March 4, 2019 at Beard’s Chapel.
Funeral services will be 10 AM Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Calvary Baptist Church in Fayetteville with Pastors Gene Fulcher and Kirk Shelton officiating.
Interment will follow in Fairview Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Beard’s Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 1410 N Porter Rd, Fayetteville, AR 72703.
Ernie was a very dear friend to us. We went to Calvary Baptist Church with Ernie for many years. Ernie was a wonderful cook and you could always depend on her to fix a delicious dish for any Church function. One of her specialities was cinnamon rolls. Ernie was a precious Christian lady that loved to go to Church and worship with her Church family. Ernie will deeply be missed. Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family.
Earnie always treated me and my family and part of hers. She made the world a better place for all the people she touched. She will be missed.
I wanted to offer you my condolences & deepest sympathies to your family for your loss. May our Heavenly Father supply you with the strength and comfort to deal with your loss. One day soon, the God of all comfort will take away the pain of death. At Revelation 21:4, we read, “and he will wipe out every tear from the eyes, and death will be no more, neither mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have past away.” May Jehovah God caress you and mend your broken heart at this time.
Sincerely,
Peggy S
so heart breaking,my wife, [earnestine] sister had a great reallation ship & we loved. them dearly.now she & jb can rest in peace.no more pain or sorrow GONE TO B WITH JESUS. SLICK, TRUDY,DWAINE & JESUS &KIM DIEZ
My heart is broken. Aunt Earnestine was an incredible woman and the favorite of all my aunts. I know that my grief pales in comparison to that of her children and grandchildren. Jerry, Jim, Jay, Jená and families, may your memories of her and the love you shared bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Aunt Earnestine, rest sweetly in the arms of Jesus. 💗🙏
Jesús and Kim Carlton Díez
Our prayers are with Ernie’s family. We attended Calvary Baptist Church for many years with Ernie & J.B.
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for the peace and comfort only Jesus can give during this time. Earnestine was a lovely lady although I didnt get to know her for very long. She sat at the same table my little sister does while she resided in Prairie Grove. She often would laugh and talk about random things. It was a pleasure to get to know her if only for a short time.
Jena,Ron,& Family: Please accept our heartfelt condolences/prayers after the loss of Martha.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.