Virgle Eloise Tims

Virgle Eloise Tims, 88, of Searcy went to be with the Lord May 13, 2021 at her residence.  She was born May 10, 1933 to Ranzy and Hazel Covington in Augusta Arkansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Helen Ashby and Bonnie Grayson, brothers Sonny Covington and Carlos Covington, her son Bruce, granddaughter Michelle Tims and grandson Donnie Ray Tims II.

Mrs. Tims is survived by her husband Eddie Rudy Tims, sons Donnie (Cheryl), Eddie K. (Becky), daughter Pamela Clark (Ray). Grandson Bruce (Melissa), granddaughters Rebekah Mattes (Peter), Jennifer Roth (Alex) and Valerie Tims (Josh Landes). Great grandchildren Brandon and Madelline and a multitude of nieces and nephews. Survived by her sister Betty Sue Hays.

Eloise was an avid basketball player in high school. Eloise married Rudy in 1953 and traveled the world as an Air Force wife. Eloise worked for McRae Elementary school and Harding Academy for a few years and was a foster parent to many children in White County. Eloise was a wonderful wife and mother with a heart of gold that gave her strength to share her love with everyone she met.

Eloise was Rudy’s strength and life mate in all he accomplished in his life. She will be missed more than anyone can imagine.  She has gone to her reward and is rejoicing with all her family who have gone before her.

Visitation will be 12 until 1pm Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Sullivan Funeral Care.  Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Augusta Memorial Park.