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Linnie Rose Robertson
August 3, 1927 - August 5, 2008

Mrs. Linnie Rose Robertson was bon on Wednesday, August 3, 1927, daughter of the late Alonzo and Rethia Harrell Parnell. Mrs. Robertson died Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at the family residence in Trumann, Ark., at the age of 81 years and 2 days. She was born and a lifetime resident of Trumann. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church. Mrs. Robertson was a member of the Eastern Star for many yeas and served as Worthy Matron. She loved life, her family adored and loved her and she brought so much joy and laughter to them. She will always be remembered and missed. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Howard, Jack and J.C. Parnell and her parents, Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Clyde Robertson, Jr. of the home; two daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Leslie Holt of Greers Ferry and Sandy and Osee Nunnally of Trumann; one sister, Christine Gartman of Trumann; 4 grandchildren, Sonya Holloway, Les Holt, Christy Whitlock and Misty Matney and 6 great-grandchildren, Haley Holloway, Seth and Sidney Holt, Tiffany and Matthew Whitlock and Dylan Matney. Funeral services will be Friday morning at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Trumann with Rev. Gary Barker, Rev. Michael Jernigan and Dr. Tad Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in Jonesboro Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Danny Gartman, Darek Gartman, Jay Parnell, Gary Parnell, Terry Matney and Greg Whitlock. Honorary pallbearers will be Carroll Anderson, Rick Gillette, Paul McAnally, John Stuckey, Matt Moon and Barry Wood. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. Memorials may be made to the Church of God on Balcom Lane or to the First Baptist Church, Hwy. 69, both in Trumann. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Deborah Lairson White, Jonesboro, Arkansas says

    Mr. Robertson, Judy and Sandy,I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife and mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  2. Joe & Shelia (Arms) Buchanan, Memphis,TN. says

    Oor deepest sympathies our with you and your entire family.

  3. Thea Austin, State University, AR. says

    Christy, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandmother. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love You, Thea and Kaley

  4. Tammy Medley Collier, Lake City, AR says

    Mr. Robertson and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Remember the good times. Grieve and laugh, grieve and laugh some more. It will help. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  5. Kenny White, Memphis, TN says

    Dear Judy and Family,So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. My prayers are with you at this time of grief.Kenny White & Family

  6. Maxine Haun, Jonesboro, Ar says

    Thinking of all of you during this hard time.

  7. Susan (Jones) Roush, West Memphis, Arkansas says

    Judy, Sandy and Family,I have know your mother since I was a small child. She always had a smile and loved to make people laugh. My deepest sympathy to all of you at this time.Susan (Jones) Roush

  8. Ronnie Parnell, West Memphis AR says

    My Aunt Linnie, what can you say. A very classy lady, always held her head high. She was always so proud of her family. The memories will never be forgotten. Uncle Clyde, my best to you, Judy and Sandy as always...be strong.

  9. Brenda Easter Wilson, Frankfort, Ky. says

    Judy and Family so sorry for your loss. My husband and I will be praying for your family.Brenda Easter WilsonJudy was a good friend of mine back in grade school and high school.

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