Mary Jane Vanlone, known as (Janie), age 65, of Benton, passed away on March 20, 2024 peacefully at her home after a long illness.  She was born on December 17, 1958 in Benton, Arkansas to Mary Ivy and Albin Ivy.  In Janies's younger life, she worked in the healthcare industry.

Janie is survived by her mother, Mary Ann Ivy; son, Chris Casarez; two daughters, Amber Morrison and Leah Morrison all of Benton; three grandchildren, Sardis, Rayne, and Rose Rollans; one great-grandson, Sardis Rollans Jr.; and a host of nieces, nephews, and beloved family & friends.

She is preceded in death by her father, Alvin Ivy; sister, Victoria Ivy; brother, Danny Ivy; and her husband, Buddy Valone.

There will be a visitation and memorial at Mary Ivy's home at a later date.