Rebecca (Becky) Faye Presley, 82, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at her residence, with her daughter by her side. She was born on June 15, 1943, in West Helena, Arkansas, where she entered the world alongside her twin brother, a bond she carried with her throughout her life.
Rebecca was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ and was known for her steady spirit, strong work ethic, and quiet devotion to her family, her faith, and the many friends she deeply loved and faithfully supported throughout her life. She worked for more than fifty years in the Tyler and surrounding communities, including Craddock's of Tyler, St. John's of Tyler, Ma Simms & Cap Ranch Gourmet, Elaine's of Jacksonville, and Karen Horton & Company.
She is survived by her daughter, Sara Marie Presley of Lindale, Texas; the love of her life and best friend, Arthur Van Presley Sr. of Lindale, Texas; two grandsons , Joshua Clay Hartsell and Adam Corey Hartsell, both of Denver, Colorado; one great- granddaughter , Frances Merritt Hartsell of Denver, Colorado, and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Opal Vaughn Wells and Clyde Qualls; four siblings , Curtis J. Qualls (twin); James Qualls, Lavern Kendall, and Sharlene Shields, and sons; Arthur Van Presley Jr. and Donald Glenn Presley.
A memorial service will be held at Whitehouse Church of Christ on Saturday February 21, 2026 at 10:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a fund established in Rebecca's memory at Austin Bank to assist the family during this time.
"Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it."
— Ecclesiastes 12:7
"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith."
— 2 Timothy 4:7
Becky Presley will be remembered for a life of faithfulness, diligence, and love—for her family, her friends, and the church to which she devoted her life.
