Julie Anne (Jones) Shearin

Julie Anne (Jones) Shearin, 71, of Boca Raton, Fla., passed away from this life on Friday, July 15, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Riley B. and Weymouth (Card) Jones. 

She is survived by her partner, Mr. Lynn Jacob; her children, Amy (Enrico) Linscheer of Richardson, Texas, and Riley (Julie) Shearin of Rogers; her grandchildren (who affectionately called her “Bunny”), Giovanni Linscheer, Melina Linscheer, Elizabeth Linscheer, John Riley Shearin, and Grace Shearin; and her sister, Laurie Jones Ritchey (Dan). 

Julie grew up in Blytheville and attended Mississippi State College for Women. Her work ranged from kindergarten teacher/childcare director to office receptionist to real estate agent, all with a common joy in helping people. Julie lived life to the fullest and loved to travel, entertain, follow sports, and play games of any kind. She was an excellent cook, best known for her delicious rum cake and Chex mix. Above all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 23, at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 701 West Main, Blytheville. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until service at the First United Methodist Church. Memorial donations may be made in Julie’s honor to the Michael J. Fox Foundation (https://tribute.michaeljfox.org/tribute-page.php?id=2388). Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.cobbfuneralhome.com.