of West Memphis, AR
June 13, 1956 - December 17, 2014
Cathy June Trantham, 58, of West Memphis, AR passed away December 17, 2014.
She was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Trantham; and her sister, Joyce Vickers.
She is survived by her mother, Marie Mitchell of Corning, AR; a sister, Dianne McArthur of Conway, AR; and many nieces and nephews.
t’s at times like this, when words completely fail me, that I wish I listened to the nuns in school and worked hard to increase my vocabulary. Although, I don’t think even a bigger vocabulary would help me find the words to express how sad I am to lose my friend, Cathy, or how much I will miss her.
I’ll miss her little nervous chuckle. I’ll miss how she was our office mother and took care of all the little things like ordering supplies, keeping the refrigerator stocked and decorating for the holidays. I’ll miss hearing “yes, dear” whenever I asked for a favor or for help. I’ll miss her sense of humor and warm smile. I’ll miss her huge heart and generous spirit.
Everyone who knew her, knew Cathy was a cat person. She always asked about my cat, Mily, but she spoiled my dog, Coco, every chance she got. When Coco comes to the office with me, she often sneaks out to go visiting. Whenever she came running back to my office with an ice cube, I knew she’d been in Cathy’s office getting attention and affection.
When I got word that my Mom died, Cathy put her arms around me and prayed. I knew for certain that she had God’s ear and that I would have the strength I needed to get through that difficult time. Her friendship and prayers helped me then and with other difficult times too.
Cathy’s family, faith and church were important to her. I enjoyed listening to the planning for her trips with her sister, seeing the pictures when they returned and hearing about all of the good times they shared. Those conversations inspired me to plan a trip with my sisters this year for my 60th birthday.
It is knowing of her close relationship with God that gives me comfort now. I know Cathy in a far better place, surrounded by friends and family who have gone before her and cradled the loving arms of God.
To Cathy’s family and friends, I pray that your faith will light a path through your sorrow to a place of comfort and peace. Someone so special can never be forgotten—Cathy will live on in my heart forever.
My heartfelt condolences goes out to Cathy's family. She was a childhood friend of mine and I know she will be greatly missed. I hope that our Lord brings your family comfort and peace during this sad time.
My sincere condolences to the family...May God comfort you all thru this difficult time...
My condolences to Cathy's family and friends.