Sally Mae Rosser

Sally Mae Rosser, 88, peacefully passed away on November 9, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1938, in Cotton Plant, Arkansas, to the late Edmund R. and Sallie Mae Rosser. One of twelve children, Sally grew up on a farm surrounded by the love and closeness of a large family. She was also a twin, one of the many connections that made her family so special.

Faith was an important part of Sally's life. She was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church in Benton, Arkansas, where she found fellowship and a place to nurture her faith. Her relationship with the Lord was something she carried with her throughout her life, and her church family held a special place in her heart.

Those who knew Sally would describe her as a peacemaker. She was easygoing, kindhearted, and someone who seemed to get along with just about everyone. She wasn't one to get angry easily, although her family knew there was a little Irish temper tucked away in there somewhere! More than anything, Sally had a way of making people feel comfortable simply by being herself.

She found joy in the things she loved, especially a good book and time spent in the kitchen. Sally was an avid reader, with a particular fondness for legal and courtroom dramas. Her favorite authors included John Grisham, Michael Connelly, James Patterson, Ken Follett, and Harlan Coben. If a book involved a courtroom, a legal battle, or a good mystery, she was all in! She also loved to bake, and homemade bread was one of her specialties. Banana nut and cranberry nut bread were among her favorites to make and share.

Sally's life was made up of the things that matter most: faith, family, friendship, and the everyday moments that become treasured memories. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her easygoing nature, and the quiet kindness she extended to those around her. Though she will be deeply missed, the memories she leaves behind will continue to bring comfort to those who loved her.

She is survived by her son, Lawrence Rosser; her sisters, Betty Sossamon and Johnnie Hill; and a host of other family members and loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings: Ollie, Edward, Douglas, Martha, Melissa, Alice, Howard, Jimmie, and Kathyrn.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Hospice Home Care and CARTI, especially Dr. Jaime Burton, for the exceptional care, kindness, and compassion shown to Sally.

To honor Sally's life, a memorial celebration will be held Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 200 S. Market Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015. Friends and family are invited to gather to celebrate her life and the memories they will forever hold dear.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to CARTI in Sally's memory.