of Roland, AR
November 13, 1947 - May 4, 2024
Helen Lawanda Whitt, 76, of Roland passed away May 4, 2024. She was born November 13, 1947 in Roland, AR to Edward and Ila Mae (Earnheart) O'Neal. Lawanda spent her life serving the Lord and taking care of her loved ones. She was kind, loving, caring and fearless, for she knew that God was always with her. She taught all of us that even if you do not agree with someone you can still love them. She was a blessing to everyone who met her. She loved watching her Cardinals play and watching old westerns, spending time with her grandkids and great-grandkids, her sisters and family. She loved serving the Lord and her community.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Ila Mae (Earnheart) O'Neal; Husband, Russel Whitt; daughter, Lela Whitt and sister, Patricia Herndon. She is survived by her sons, Clay Whitt and Kevin Whitt (Teresa); 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Jean (James) Zulpo, Kathy (Jack) Zini, Sybil (Tim) Netherton; one brother Charlie O'Neal and a host of Nieces and Nephews.
Visitation will be at Roland Baptist Church 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. May 10, 2024 with services following at 2:00 p.m. Burial to follow at 3:00 p.m. at Rainey Cemetery in Roland, AR
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10 Condolence(s)
Sheryl Zulpo Troutman
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Hugs and prayers for the family.
Susan Blair
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Lawanda always had a smile wherever I met her at. She was friendly, kind, and really did love her Lord. I will miss her but lm at peace knowing she is finally with her Lord and her husband and family.
Tina Moore
Thursday, May 9, 2024
My prayers are with you all, I will continue to send prayers your way. Thanks Ms. Wanda for being a awesome friend to the Moore family, continue to get your rest.
Christy (Eason) Combee
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Clay and Kevin my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. My you both feel the love of God and the community surround you at this time.
Karen Grandison
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Aunt Lawanda… you are the kindest, most sincere person I’ve ever known. Rest in peace and love.
Pam Forrester Yarberry
Thursday, May 9, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mrs. Lawanda was one of the nicest people I know and will be greatly missed.
Melanie
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Rest in Peace, Aunt LaWanda. We love you and will see you again some day. Praying for comfort for Kevin, Clay and the family.
Linda George Kam
Monday, May 6, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Lawanda but I know where she’s at and she is not suffering. Prayers for the whole family during this difficult time. Lean on the comfort of God’s love for you all.
Jeanette Renfro Ablondi
Monday, May 6, 2024
Prayers for each one of you . Lawanda was a special friend to many.
Larry and Marilyn Whitt
Sunday, May 5, 2024
LaWanda you will be sorely missed. I know Russel is so glad you are back with him. The boys had such a great Mom and Grandmother to look after them. I know all us in family loved and appreciated you as a member of thee loving Whitt Clan I say goodbye it was great having you be one of rhe Clan.