Lorene Evelyn Stevens Moody

Lorene Evelyn Stevens Moody, born January 11, 1933, in Judsonia, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, at the age of 91. Born during the Great Depression, Lorene faced early hardships. Her father, John James Stevens, passed away from Pneumonia complications while working for the WPA on January 31, 1934, leaving her and her siblings in an orphanage until her mother, Charlotte Huffman Stevens, remarried Elbert Washam, a railroad foreman. Despite these challenges, Lorene grew up with a resilient spirit and a love for the outdoors. She found joy in horseback riding, swimming, fishing, and spending time in nature- passions that stayed with her throughout her life. She married Marshall Moody, the love of her life, and together they ran a farm where they raised horses and cattle. Lorene took great pride in their work, particularly in maintaining a catfish pond where local children were always welcome to fish, creating cherished memories for the community. Throughout her life, Lorene worked as a factory worker, waitress, and hostess. In her 50s, she fulfilled a long – held goal of earning her GED, demonstrating her determination and commitment to personal growth. Lorene was a devoted Christian and a member of Central Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Moody; her brothers, John Stevens and Loyd Stevens; and her sisters, Doris Taylor and Mary Gray. Lorene is survived by her two daughters, Frances (Sammy) Pearrow and Charlotte (Dennis) Nixon, and her son, Frank Jr. (Renea) Leasure. She was blessed with 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren, all of whom will continue to honor her legacy. Lorene will be remembered for her strength, her love of the outdoors, and her unwavering dedication to her family. She leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, September 23, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Shady Grove Cemetery Pavilion in Bald Knob, Arkansas with Brother Jeff Watkins officiating. Visitation will be held prior to services beginning at 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Shady Grove Cemetery Pavilion. Interment will be in Shady Grove Cemetery in Bald Knob, Arkansas. Arrangements are entrusted to Powell Funeral Home Bald Knob- Judsonia. www.powellfuneralhome.net

Lorene Evelyn Stevens Moody

January 11, 1933 - September 17, 2024