Bobbie Dean Vann

1933 — 2023

At rest at Reese Cemetery

Obituary

Bobbie Dean Vann, 89, a resident of Prairie Grove, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023 in Fayetteville. She was born October 20, 1933 in Jonesboro, Arkansas, the daughter of Cleetus and Annie (Null) Norris.

She attended the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove. She was a teacher in Lincoln School for twenty years and a member of the Art Guild in Bella Vista.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of sixty years, Talmage Vann; her siblings, Cleetus Collins Jr., Lorten, Marion Thad, Martha (Billie).

Survivors include her sons, James Vann and wife Arlette, Daniel Vann and wife, Karla; daughters, Valorie Plank and Darlene Bailey; one brother, OA Norris; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Burial will be in the Reese Cemetery on Fly Creek, Arkansas. No services will be held at this time.

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Memories & Condolences · 3

Maurice Solner· GrandsonOct 20, 2024

My Grandmother was the best. Everything that is good in me and due to her and my Grandfather. She helped with my education of course, but taught me all things we need to know in life..... including which fork to use, and how to set a table. I could go on all day... I love and miss you Grandma.

kissimmee, FL

Kara (Reed) Maberry· StudentApr 24, 2023

Mrs. Vann was very intimidating to me as a 6th grader. She was the very first teacher to give me below a "B" in any of my classes, so my mother went to visit her! Little did we know that I had a reading comprehension problem that she brought to our attention. To this day I still think of her when I'm reading a book and have to tell myself to slow down.

Sincerest condolences to her family and friends.

Prairie Grove, AR

Pam Watson· Co-teacher, friendApr 22, 2023

Bobbie was an excellent mentor teacher. She was always someone that you could go to for help and advice. My sympathy to the Vann family.