Stella Mae Cariker

We bid farewell to Stella Mae Cariker of Brinkley, Arkansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 6, 2026 at the age of 85. Stella touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Virgil Heath and Anna Herndon Heath (Bobby Don Cariker); her grandson Daniel Cariker; and her siblings, Lawrence Heath and Christine Cupp.

She is survived by: her husband Bobby Don Cariker; her children, David Cariker (Laura) of Atkins, Deanna Saunders (Sean) of Salem and Melanie Jackson (Phillip) of Clarendon; and her grandchildren, Chris, Chad, Bobby Cariker, Hunter, Drake Saunders, Graden and Anna Jackson. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, church family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 14th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Brinkley Church of Christ (615 N Main St, Brinkley, AR 72021). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 14th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, March 14th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Oaklawn Cemetery (745 N New York Ave, Brinkley, AR 72021).