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Jennifer Laurent Obituary
Jennifer Dillard Laurent, a loving wife, mom and daughter, a faithful friend and dedicated teacher of 13 years - passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2013.
Jennifer was born on May 11, 1970, in Memphis, Tennessee to John and Judy Dillard. She graduated from Mountain Home high school, class of 1988. She completed her B.S. at UALR, teacher's certificate at Texas Women's University and Masters from Arkansas State.
Jennifer is survived and remembered by her husband of 19 years, Duane; her two children, Zoe and Alivia; her parents John and Judy Dillard; her sister Angela (Randy) Spear, Gracie and Abby (Terry Lee) Kirkland; her brother Brad (Sue) Dillard, Grady and Everett; and her grandmother MaMa Bea.
Jennifer will be missed by her many students, fellow teachers, friends and family.
Visitation will be at 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, February 24, 2013 at First Baptist Church Benton with Memorial Service to follow at 3:00 p.m., Arrangements by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211. (501)224-8300.
Family requests donations, in lieu of flowers: Reach Out and Read Arkansas
C/O Jennifer Dillard Laurent Memorial Fund, PO Box 21712, Little Rock, AR 72221
PH#: 501-226-9444. http://reachoutandreadarkansas.org
Compassion International, C/O Jennifer Dillard Laurent Memorial Fund
12290 Voyager Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80997
PH#: 1-800-336-7676. www.compassion.com
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal
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Memories and Condolences
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Patti & Allan Bell
February 24, 2013
Praying for John and Judy and the rest of the family today. So sorry about your loss.
Stefanie Ritter
February 23, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jennifer's family. I was in the class of '87. She was a super nice girl. I was shocked to hear of her passing. I was not surprised to hear she was a teacher. I had her Mom when I was in fifth grade. Many blessings to you all.
Janis Blasdel
February 23, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember her as the beautiful example of her mother. May God give you strength.
Kim May
February 23, 2013
my deepest sympathy to your family. May God cradle you all in his arms at this time.
Sonya Nodine-Perry
February 23, 2013
John, Judy and family,
My deepest condolenscenses to you. Jennifer and I graduated high school together. I am Linda Nodine-Dabney's daughter. Jennifer was always a sweet and wonderful lady. I remember her wonderful smile from our school days. May God give you peace and comfort during your time of loss. Know that our family greives with you.
Much love and sympathy for your family,
Sonya Nodine-Perry
Greg Sumpter
February 23, 2013
To Jennifer's family:
I was saddened to hear the news of Jennifer's passing. I have such great memories as a classmate (class of 1988) and in the youth group at FBC MH.
Jennifer was also my prom date in high school. We were friends, and never romantically involved. We both knew she was out of my league:) What a wonderful woman, and I'm sure she touched so many more lives in her precious 42 years. The family is in my prayers.
Theresa Hobbs
February 23, 2013
My heart goes out to you at this time. Please know that I am praying for you.
Greg Sumpter
February 23, 2013
To Jennifer's family,
It was quite a shock to hear the news of Jennifer's passing. She was such a good friend to me, and really everyone she met. I have such great memories of her at school and at FBC MH. Jennifer was my prom date in high school. We went as friends, and never were romantic. I knew she was out of my league:). What a great woman, and I can just imagine how many more lives she has touched over her precious 42 years. My prayers are with the family.
Bill & Lyn Keaster
February 22, 2013
Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers everyday.
Sheree Collie
February 22, 2013
I remember Jennifer as one of the sweetest girls that went through the Mountain Home Junior High while I worked there. She always had a smile on her face and was so kind to everyone no matter what their status in life might be. Judy My heart grieves for you and your family during this time of loss...... May God be with you all and we know that Jennifer is with God in Heaven.
ryan guyton
February 21, 2013
john and judy,
this is ryan guyton, doc and sue guyton's son. i am so sorry for your loss. i was shocked to hear the news. jennifer was a dear friend during our youth. i have so many memories that include her....church, germany....she was one of my friends that stayed with me the night mother died. she was always so beautiful. i know she will be missed terribly, i am so sorry. i teach at springdale high school and have a 12 year old daughter. seems our lives were not so far apart. your family will be in my prayers.
love
ryan guyton
Joshleen Denham
February 21, 2013
Sending my deepest sympathies to your family.
Class of 2014 Stuttgart High School
February 21, 2013
The class of 2014 from SHS had Mrs. Laurent for 7th grade English. They want everyone to know that they will always remember what she taught them and the way she motivated them. She will never be forgotten. Thoughts and prayers are with her family.
February 21, 2013
The class of 2014 who had Mrs. Laurent their 7th grade would like to say they appreciate everything she taught them and they will always remember her. Her family is in their thoughts and prayers.
Lane Strother
February 20, 2013
To Jennifer's family,
Knowing that Jennifer is in a better place will not help with the loss you are feeling, and it may never be a comfort because of the loss.
Jennifer was a beautiful girl/woman/wife/mother/daughter and granddaughter. We will all miss her, but not as much as you.
So, my prayers are for each of you. May you feel God's presence. May you see Jennifer at the feet of Jesus, where Jesus is saying, "Jennifer, well done my good and faithful servant." May you know that she is without pain and that she retains that beautiful smile that always brightened up a room!
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