Joe M. Jolley

Joe M. Jolley of Bono, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at the age of 73, at his home in Bono. He lived in Blytheville, Arkansas as a child and teenager and also lived in McKinney, Texas for many years, before retiring in Bono.

Joe was born in Blytheville, Arkansas on November 8th, 1946 to Luther Malcolm Jolley and Ruby “Joe” Levern Capwell Jolley. He was a retired, self-employed Master Carpenter, an avid reader and philosopher. He also enjoyed science fiction and computer gaming. He liked the outdoors and gardening – and loved his family. He was a good friend to one and all.

He was preceded in death by his father, “Malcolm” and mother Ruby and by his nephew, Samuel Edward Thayer, Jr.

Joe leaves his sister, Karen Jolley Thayer (Sam); his brother, CB Jolley (Deby) and nephew, Christopher Brandon Jolley – all of Memphis, Tennessee.

Arrangements entrusted to Emerson Funeral Home, Jonesboro, Arkansas. There will be a private family celebration of life at a date to be determined. Should friends desire, contributions may be sent to their charity of choice.