Grace Lillian Brigham, 78, of Sodaville passed away Wednesday. She was born in De Witt, Arkansas to Edward Lee and Helen Eveline (Simmons) Grigsby.

She lived in Sodaville for 35 years.

Grace retired as a bus driver. She was a member of the Church of the First Born. She was one of the coordinators of the Blackberry Festival for many years in Sodaville to help raise money for kids programs. Grace also worked with the Sodaville City Council. She volunteered her time to help people.

She was a crafter. She enjoyed beads, jewelry and gardening. She planted a garden every year. She loved her family and going to visit her many friends.

Grace is survived by two sons: Clyde E. Brigham of Lebanon, Shelby Brigham of Sodaville; daughter Faith Panages of Sweet Home; seven grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde Brigham Jr. in 2014; daughters: Lila and “Sue” Celestine Funk.

Viewing will be 10 am – 12 noon Monday February 6th at Sweet Home Funeral Chapel. Funeral Service will follow at 1:00 pm also at Sweet Home Funeral Chapel. Final Burial will be at Gilliland Cemetery.
Sweet Home Funeral Chapel is handling arrangements. www.sweethomefuneral.com