MARCELLE J. VICK
Marcelle Joyce Gulledge Vick, 87, stepped into the arms of Jesus on Friday, April 29th, 2016, at Hospice Center in El Dorado, after a valiant fight after receiving head injuries in a fall. Her unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through many trying battles the last few years. Throughout her life she lead by example, sacrificed for family, friends and the many students that she taught in school for over 35 years at Union School in El Dorado. She was a spiritual mentor to her children and church family that always pointed to Jesus as the way, the truth and life. Accomplished, strong and determined yet full of love, kindness, compassion, and generosity toward others and total dependence on the Lord. She has left us all a heritage of faith and hope knowing that one day we will all be together again on the heavenly side. Throughout her own struggle in her last years she reached out to others sharing her faith and continuing to speak life and encouragement to her family… who love her more than words can ever express. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and caring demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many, who even now are being changed by her witness of constant nurturing love and faith. Her signature gift of joy shined through her in her smile, her laughter, and her genuine God given gift for teaching which will never be forgotten. As a school teacher and later a Principal she loved empowering other teachers and children with knowledge so they could be all that God created them to be. Marcelle had a Master’s Degree in Education along with many educational certifications and honors including Union School naming their newest facility after her. She has remained a faithful member of East Main Baptist Church for over 45 years.
Marcelle was born on Feb. 25, 1929, in Red Springs to Sam and Pearl Reynolds. She was the youngest of four children, her brother Ray Reynolds, and sisters Faye Tucker and Mildred Welch who have all preceded her in death.
Marcelle was married to William (Billy) R. Gulledge for 38 years, Marcelle and Billy raised their four dear children, Ronnie, Randy, Penny and Pam. Billy passed away at the age of 58 years. Marcelle continued to faithfully care for family and friends. A Woman of faith Marcelle shaped their spirituality by her tireless Christian example, and also through prayer and testimony of God faithfulness to her. With a real zest for life Marcelle loved to sing in the church choir play piano, read, play games, pray for her children, work outside where she said she often talked with God.
Married again June 3, 1994, to wonderful husband Winfred Vick for the last 21 years. They have loved their kids and grandkids, and served their church, traveled, played games and loved and supported one another through it all. Pick has remained at Marcelle side faithfully with his faith fixed on Christ.
Her surviving family members are numerous, but mainly include husband of 21 years, Winfred Vick; six children & spouses, Ronnie and Linda Gulledge, Randy and Becky Gulledge, Penny and Bud Allred, Pam and Bill Davis, Randy and Vickie Templeton and John and Carol Vick and many precious and beloved great grandchildren, Jeff, Billy, Jarod, Brandon G., Marci, Susanna, Jace, Brandi, Amber, Jerusha, Gideon, Bekah, Joel, Pearl, Brandon, Brittney, Micheal, Ashley and Angela. Other family members: Unfortunately too many beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews to list or even count.
The funeral will be presided over by Pastor Brian Thomas at Young’s Funeral Home Chapel held at 508 Champagnolle in El Dorado, AR 71730, on Monday, May 2, 2016, at 2 p.m.
The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support from too many people to name. This Obituary was written by Marcelle’s children in honor of our dearest Mother. It is a tribute to her memory, which will be carried on in the legacy of love and faith which now resides in each of us – the lives she formed and touched by her love.