Rosilee Mugley, 78, of West Fork, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025 in Fayetteville. She was born September 7, 1946 in Belen, New Mexico to Alfred Marion and Esther Mae Fries Collins.
She was preceded in death by her husband John Mugley to whom she was married April 18, 1964; 3-week old granddaughter Elizabeth Rose Mugley; three brothers; and a sister Annie Jackson.
Rosilee graduated from Greenland High School. She attended/graduated from American College in Fayetteville. She had 3 years of pastoral studies in her 60’s in Hot Springs Village. Rosilee was church secretary for St. John’s Lutheran Church. She was a secretary and permit coordinator of the Inspection Dept. for the City of Fayetteville. Rosilee was a member of the Fayetteville VFW Ladies Auxiliary 2722. She was a member of Friends of the Library for West Fork; was a member of West Fork Quilters; was a Girl Scout director for West Fork; and wrote a column for the West Fork Observer and Elkins White River Valley.
Her passion in life was her faith, family, and helping others. She raised money and material items for Ronald McDonald House, St. Francis Hospital, Arkansas Children’s Hospital; and made baby blankets for the Indian hospital in Tahlequah, OK, and blankets for the veterans and homeless. Rosilee was a supporter of the Arkansas Sheriff’s Ranch.
She is survived by three sons, Darrin Mugley and wife Tisa, Keith Mugley and wife Tammy, and Michael Mugley and wife Shirley, all of West Fork; daughter Johnette Ross of Gentry; one sister Irene Hardin of Oklahoma; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and her beloved dog Buddy.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel.
Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow in Friendship Cemetery in West Fork.
So sorry for y’alls loss I have so many memories of her she was a big part of my life as well of being part of the family I’ll miss her and funny personality
My heart is broken for you all. So many wonderful memories are flooding my mind. All the times I stayed overnight to seeing her at the store. She was such a blessing to so many. I’m so sorry , praying for you all. 🙏🏻💕
Mike and family, sorry to hear about your loss. Rosilee was loved by so many people and very well-known in the community around her and far away.
She had so much love and passion to help people in need. She will be missed by so many family & friends.🧡
We are so sorry for your loss of Ms. Rosilee. She was a very kind and sweet lady! We are so glad that we got a chance to get to know and love her at Blackburn Church! The kids that she taught here enjoyed her and loved her! She will be so very much missed! Our lady’s group will miss her kind smile and wise words. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers! Man, what a time the angels are having in Heaven celebrating the arriver of this dear soul!
The condolences of my family are with yours. Rosilee was a Wonder among the many my family has known. When the small church in West Fork was the Presbyterian church at one point , she was the heart of the place. That is the best way I can put it. She watched me and my sister along with the other teens growing up or finish growing up, have our own kids whom she also taught and watch grow up, and was a wonderful friend. She was also my mom, Veronica Hill’s buddy for a time. My family will miss her greatly.
Again, our sympathy from my family to yours and prayers for you all.
Our condolences to Rosalie’s family. I have fond memories of popcorn, warm chocolate, and happy conversations with her and the family at their home on the mountain. She was a sweet and kind friend.