Marlene Eunice Ramos

Marlene Eunice Ramos, 88, of Benton, Arkansas went to be with the Lord September 28, 2022.  She was born February 7, 1934 in Floral, Arkansas to the late Chester and Roma (Griffis) Abbott.

Marlene was a member of Social Hill Baptist Church.  She was a talented seamstress and a beautiful painter.   Marlene was an amazing cook and was especially famous for her delicious burritos and popcorn balls.  She was a wonderful caregiver and spent her life taking care of her family and others.  Marlene was very giving and never complained about anything.  Her strength, dedication, and commitment to her family will be remembered always.

Preceding Marlene in death is her husband of fifty years, Jesse Ramos; son, Troy David Bryant; parents, Chester and Roma Abbott; sisters, Ellen Turley and Ethel Fulcher; and brothers:  Hubert Abbott, Carol “Bunky” Abbott, A.G. Abbott, Gene Abbott, and Felton “Cook” Abbott.

Marlene leaves behind to cherish her memory her children:  Debra Bryant, Russell Bryant and wife Catherine and Robin Bryant; adopted children:  Adam Ramos, Levi Ramos and wife Sara, and Dallas Bryant; grandchildren:  Kolbi, Chloe, Olivia, and Westley; brothers, Horace Abbott and Jerry Abbott and wife Linda; and many family members and friends who love Marlene dearly and will miss her always.

A special thanks to Kindred Hospice and to two special nieces who went above and beyond to help Marlene:  Nancy Howell Jumper and Sharon Abbott Dempsey.

Visitation will be held from 12:00-1:00 PM, Tuesday, October 4, followed by funeral service, officiated by Bro. Bill Williams, at 1:00 PM, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton, Arkansas.  Burial following at Social Hill Cemetery.  Assisting as pallbearers are Ray Dean Abbott, Keith Dempsey, Madison Perez, Chris White, Jeriamy Vann, and Michael Threlkeld. 

Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home.  Online guestbook:  www.SmithFamilyCares.com.