Hazel Marie English

Hazel Marie Huntley English, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on July 2, 2024, in Searcy, Arkansas. She was born on July 25, 1941, in Judsonia, Arkansas, to Clarence Huntley and Mattie Westbrook. Hazel was a loving and devoted wife, married to Dale English for 59 wonderful years until his passing. She was also a dedicated daughter to her parents, Clarence and Mattie, who preceded her in death as well as a brother, Roy Flowers. Hazel leaves behind a legacy of love and strength. She is survived by her daughters, Kristy Parish (Donnie) and Tiffany English, her sister Mary Cargile, her granddaughters Jennifer Pharaon (Shad) and Loren Brown (Jarod), her grandson Wyatt English, and six great-grandchildren who meant the world to her. Hazel was a proud graduate of Searcy High School and cherished her education as a foundation for lifelong learning and growth. While in school Hazel was very active in sports. She played basketball, volleyball and softball. Her basketball team went to the state championships twice during this period. Hazel was a member of the high school choir and was chosen to be a member of the singing group called the “Melody Maids.” The group sang in competition and for civic organizations in the area. Several years after graduation some members of the Melody Maids decided to get together to form a new singing group called “The Notables”. Before long they were going all over the country singing and appeared several times on the “Vic Ames Television Show”. Hazel began her banking career in 1972 as a part-time teller. She then worked her way up at White County Guaranty Saving and Loan Association to become the first loan officer in White County. She continued to work her way up and became a regional loan officer but thought she could do better working for herself. Hazel opened Professional Escrow Services in 1989. She was named the Arkansas Woman Business Owner of the Year in 1992. Hazel served on the board of directors of the United Way, Searcy Chamber of Commerce, and the Central Arkansas Governing Board. She served as the first woman chairman of the Searcy Chamber of Commerce in 1996. She and Dale had a core group of lifelong friends referred to as “The Couples” who enjoyed going out to eat and playing cards. Their adventures were full of laughs and she thought of each one as family. She was an avid member of the Magnificent 7 Travel Group, where she found joy in exploring new places and creating lasting memories with dear friends. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Searcy. Hazel's kindness, grace, and unwavering faith touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her warm smile and gentle spirit will be deeply missed by her family and friends. The family would like to thank Hazel's caregivers: Peggy Duncan, Kaylee Loftis, Micah Duncan, Kayla Holowell, Trinity Blake, and Terry Collins. The love and respect you gave her meant so much to the family. In honoring Hazel's memory, let us carry forward the love and compassion she showed to everyone she met. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the Special Olympics of Arkansas. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. with the memorial service following at 2 p.m.

Hazel Marie English

July 25, 1941 - July 2, 2024