Teresa Faye Walls

Teresa Faye Walls, age 68, of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Jonesboro.

She was born on May 30, 1957, in Manila, Arkansas, to William and Brenda Smith. Teresa was a woman of quiet strength, enduring faith, and deep love for her family.

She shared 51 years of marriage with her devoted husband, Hollis Walls. Together, they built a life centered around faith, family, and compassion. Teresa was a long-time member of Walnut Street Baptist Church, where she served with a heart full of grace and humility.

Teresa is lovingly remembered by her children, Kevin Walls (Rachel) of Beebe and Melissa Douglas (Beau) of Jonesboro. She was the proud “Mamaw” to six grandchildren: Kaylee, Aiden, Harley, Logan, Robert, and Lily, each of whom brought her immense joy and pride. Her deep, nurturing love will continue to live on through them.

She is also survived by her brother, David Smith of Gosnell, AR. Teresa was preceded in death by her siblings: Judy Harris, Annie May Cissell, Herbert Smith, and Teddy Smith.

Those who knew Teresa knew her faith to be steady and unwavering—rooted in the quiet strength of Ruth and lived out in daily acts of kindness and devotion. To her family, she was not just a mother or grandmother, but a source of wisdom, comfort, and unconditional love.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, at Emerson Funeral Home.

Funeral services will take place at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 23, with graveside services to follow at Jonesboro Memorial Park.

In her memory, we reflect on her favorite verse:

“Be still and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10