Elsie Marie (Neal) Kirkman

Elsie Marie Kirkman, 78, of Poplar Bluff passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Arkansas Continued Care Hospital in Jonesboro, AR.

Elsie was born May 2, 1942 to Thomas and Etta (Wilson) Neal in Poplar Bluff. She and Ralph Kirkman were married January 20, 1968 in Poplar Bluff.  He preceded her in death on November 9, 2020.

Elsie loved church and church ministry of which she shared with her beloved husband, Ralph. She enjoyed gardening in her flower garden and visiting with friends. She also loved her family, which was very near and dear to her.

Elsie is survived by a sister, Betty McAnulty of Poplar Bluff and numerous nieces and nephews.

Elsie was preceded in death by five siblings, Clarence Neal, Harold Neal, DL Neal, Kenneth Neal, and Dorothy McAnulty.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.