EARLENE KAY RAWLINGS

LAMAR- Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 27, at the Lamar Christian Church for Earlene Kay Rawlings, 77, Lamar, who died Saturday, April 20, 2024.

A visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday.

Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home.

The family would prefer memorial contributions in lieu of flowers and suggests the Lamar Christian Church, Good Samaritan or Oak Grove Cemetery, in care of the funeral home.

Condolences may be sent online at www.konantzwarden.com.

Survivors include her sons, Loyd Rawlings and wife Andrea, Ozark, Rick Rawlings and wife Kathy, Colleyville, Texas and Jeff Rawlings and wife Angel, Columbia, Ill.; her grandchildren, Cody Rawlings, Fayetteville, Ark., Carmen and Dallas Hollister, Aurora, Zach Rawlings, Covington, Ky., Drew Rawlings, Columbia, Ill., Adam and Meagan Rawlings, Bedford, Texas, Parker Rawlings, Keller, Texas, Landon and Brandi Rawlings, Hollister and Cole Rawlings, Ozark and a great-grandson, Jaxon Hollister.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George Rawlings and sisters, Deleta Caylor, Joann Lehman and Joyce Cook.

Mrs. Rawlings was born in Lamar to Earl and Allene (Wampler) Robertson. She spent her formative years in the Lamar area and graduated from Lamar High School in 1964. Throughout her life she remained an active and devoted member of the First Christian Church in Lamar. She dedicated 46 years of service to the City of Lamar, leaving an indelible mark on the community. In her retirement she continued to give back, volunteering at the church, Good Samaritan and local police and fire departments when needed. Her commitment to service extended beyond her professional life, always ready to lend a helping hand.

She married George Rawlings and their union lasted for 32 years until his passing in 2014. Known for her intelligence, sweet nature and unwavering convictions, she stood up for what she believed in. Her love for family and dogs, especially her beloved Kaddee, was boundless. Whether engaging in one-on-one conversations, participating in large family gatherings or simply chatting on the phone, she made everyone feel welcome. Her circle of friends extended beyond blood ties by gathering people around her, creating a family of choice. As Thursday approaches, the absence of her presence at the family dinners will be deeply felt.