Mattie Mae Bobbitt

Mattie Mae Bobbitt, 68, of Jonesboro passed from this life Friday, February 28, 2014 at the St. Bernard’s Medical Center. Mattie was born May 4, 1945 in Jonesboro to the late Oliver and Idell Pemberton. Mattie spent her entire life residing here in Jonesboro. She was also a member of Crossroads Baptist Church in Ash Flat. Mattie was a very strong willed woman who was loved by many. She was also a very loving, thoughtful, and caring person to others throughout her life.


Mattie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles Howard Bobbitt of 38 years and several loved ones.

Mattie is survived by one son, Dale Spurlock (Rita) of Richmond, KY; two daughters, Kim Frierson (Terry) of Jonesboro and La’Tisha Russell (Gary) of Hardy; one brother, Al Pemberton of Jonesboro; eight grandchildren: Tiffany Painter, Jessika Carter, Justin Gage, Matthew Gage, Kayla Spurlock, Kendra Spurlock, Larry Mays and Brandon Mays; eight great grandchildren: Jade Goodman, Ethan Reynolds, Samantha Painter, Cash Carter, Dylan Mays, Braden Mays, Braylan Mays, and Maci Mays.

Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Philadelphia Cemetery with Bro. Henry Parker officiating.

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.