Birth date: Mar 6, 1935 Death date: Feb 27, 2022
Mary Shambarger, age 86, passed away Sunday February 27, 2022, in Rogers, Arkansas. She was born March 6,1935 in Morrilton, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Jake Shambarger. Mary was born and rais Read Obituary
Dear Margie and family,
So sorry for this news. Though I didn’t know Mary personally, I know you two were close. I still feel a close connection to you and many of my Ouachita friends, so please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Mary obviously lived a very full life, many friends, great family! ❤️
Love to you and yours,
Carolyn Sue (Hart) Lloyd
Mary Shambarger was my youth choir director at First Baptist in Piggott, and I was a member of her college choir at Southern Baptist College in Walnut Ridge. Our paths crossed again a few years ago as I was pastoring the Highland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Bella Vista, AR. Our church hosted the monthly meetings of the Andante Music Club. It was at this time that Mary and I renewed fond memories of years past.
She and her husband, Coach Jake Shambarger, were exceptional people. I worked for Coach as a custodian for the men's basketball team at Southern my freshman year.
To Susan and your family, my heartfelt condolences during the death of your mother. I will always be grateful for her concern and compassion for her students. And now, since having had the privilege of renewing our friendship these past few years in Northwest Arkansas, I am grateful for your mother investing in our lives.
Rev. Paul Seal (retired)
Bella Vista, AR.
Mrs. Shambarger was my first voice teacher at Ouachita years ago. I learned so much from her musically and as a wonderful mentor. I am grateful for her guidance and friendship. She encouraged me to audition for the Ouachitones and fortunately I was able to join this wonderful group of ladies, touring the state of Arkansas singing in many churches! Above all using the sparkle that she exuded into all of us. What a wonderful legacy she leaves to family and friends!!
