Frankie Marie Chilson, age 83 of Harrison, Arkansas passed away Sunday February 23, 2014 at the Hospice House in Harrison.
She was born on January 27, 1931 in Boone County, Arkansas to Gus H. and Unis (Sneed) Widner.
She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Hubert Widner, Jimmy Widner, Coy Widner, Loyd Widner and Robert Widner; and one sister, Inice Roberts.
She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Albert Lee Chilson of Harrison, Arkansas; two daughters, Janice Marie Watkins of Harrison, Arkansas and Brenda Arlene Hartley of Oak Grove, Kentucky; two brothers, Buster Widner of Omaha, Arkansas and H. L. "Gig" Widner of Berryville, Arkansas; one sister, Frances "Tensie" Dixon of Harrison, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Christopher W. Roberts of Harrison, Arkansas, Kimberlee Ratliff of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Jennifer Rediske of Rogers, Arkansas, Sgt. Nathan Hartley, Josh Hartley, Jason Hartley and Petra Starkey all of Clarksville, Tennessee; and seven great-grandchildren.
Services was Thursday, February 27, 2014 at Coffman Funeral Home Chapel in Harrison with Brother Bob Meredith and Brother Arvin Adams officiating. Burial followed in Gass Cemetery. Visitation was held Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at the funeral home.
Pallbearers included Christopher W. Roberts, Sgt. Nathan Hartley, Josh Hartley, Jason Hartley, Terry Widner and David Smith.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made to the Hospice House, 501 E. Sherman, Harrison, Arkansas 72601.
Online condolences may be left at www.coffmanfh.com.