Pauline (House) Fletcher of Newport, Arkansas, departed this life on Monday, April 22, 2024, at the age of 91. She was born March 8, 1933, in the Engleside Community, the daughter of Brad and Cleo (Herring) House.
Mrs. Fletcher was a graduate of Newport High School. She worked as a cook for the Newport Special School District for fifty years, until her retirement in 1985. Mrs. Fletcher was also a top Sales Representative for Avon. She was a member of the Sandhill Church of Christ.
Mrs. Fletcher was a beloved member of her community, known for her kindness and dedication to helping others. She enjoyed bowling with her friends as a member of the 10-Pin Ladies Bowling League and spending time knitting with the Pretty Punch Knitting group. Mrs. Fletcher served her community while working for the Jackson County Emergency Squad and as a 911 Dispatcher for the White River Women’s Shelter. Above all else, she was a devoted mother and Nannie, whose family was her greatest joy. Mrs. Fletcher had a special gift for making everyone feel loved and valued.
Mrs. Fletcher was preceded in death by her husband, William D. “Bill” Fletcher; one son, Gregory Allen Fletcher; a brother, Gene House; two sisters, Marie Herring and LaVerne Scudder; one granddaughter, Nicole Fletcher; a great-grandson, Jordan Grady; her daughter-in-law, Susan Fletcher; and her parents.
She is survived by her son, Darrell Fletcher, of Remmel; two grandchildren, Bruce Fletcher and Ashli Fletcher Grady; a great-grandson, Jalen Grady; many nieces and nephews; and a lifetime of friends.
Friends may visit Jackson’s Funeral Home on Thursday evening, April 25, 2024, beginning at 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Graveside services are at 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 26, 2024, at Remmel-McCall Cemetery, with Mr. Mike Campbell officiating.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Guy Scudder, David Rounds, Marty Nance, Dewayne Smith, Dean Miller, Stephen Smith, Josh Stokes, and Tristan Smith.
