Bernice Eanes

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Agnes Bernice Eanes, 77, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, who left us unexpectedly on April 8, 2025. Born on June 22, 1947, in Osceola, Arkansas, Bernice was a vibrant spirit who touched the lives of everyone she met.

Bernice was more than just family; she made everyone feel like they belonged. She never met a stranger and dedicated her life to serving others, always going out of her way to lend a helping hand or to bring joy into the lives of those around her. Her warmth and kindness were unparalleled, and she showed all who knew her what love truly looked like.

Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Ona Randal; her sons, Ricky Dawanye Campbell and Donald Eugene Campbell; her sister, Martha Sanders; her brother, Robert Lewis; nieces and nephews, Ricky Bryant, Tina Bryant, and James Earl Jones; and two grandchildren, Britt Allen Thompson and Hunter Smith; late husbands, Mikel Campbell and Thomas Eanes.

She is survived by her children, Rebecca (Steven Pippins) Smith, Kevin (late wife, Glenda) Campbell, Michael (Amanda) Campbell, Martha Woodword, Trena Stout, and Darlene Holtz; her siblings, Joyce Burkett, Delcie Cato, and Jimmy Randal; grandchildren, Chris (Rhonda) Campbell, Michael (Atlanta) Smith, Lisa Pippins, Gabriel Pippins, Tasha Castell Nikki Langford, Ashley Windham, Brittney Campbell, Anthony Pearson, Samantha Bodie, Sabrina Campbell, Austin Campbell, Brandon Blaylock, Felicia (Jamie) Trammell, Cody (Karen) Moore, Buddy Horton, Kacie Horton, Tina Horton, Christopher Baskins, Kirsten Haney, Audrie Haney, David George, Joey George, Heather George, Chris George, Hannah Horton, Zoey Teed, Hayden Pippins, and Gabriella Pippins; 33 great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends that she called family, who will forever carry her memory in their hearts. Bernice was the best mom, grandmother, and friend, nurturing her family with unwavering love and support.

A celebration of Bernice's life will be held on Monday, April 14 at 1:00 PM at Westview Baptist Church in Paragould, where family and friends will gather to honor the incredible woman she was. We invite those whose lives she touched to join us as we share stories, express our love, and remember the remarkable legacy Bernice leaves behind.

Bernice will be profoundly missed but will remain in our hearts forever, a beacon of love and kindness that will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.

A special note from the children:

My mother was a special very loved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, but to her, everyone was family. She never met a stranger and she was always on the go doing something for someone. She never took a moment for herself as she was always looking out for others when she should have been resting, waking up late, and sipping coffee in peace. But instead you stepped up - you opened your doors, your arms, and your heart; you gave everyone a place to belong.

You traded your comfort for chaos and showed everyone what love looked like and what family felt like. You made sure everyone always had someone to turn to, even when you were tired and even when it was hard. I will spend the rest of my life trying to honor that kind of love. I can never fill your shoes, but I will spend the rest of my life cherishing the miles you put on them. Thank you, Mom, for being the best mother we could have had.