Carla Mathis Backus, 72, of Little Rock, AR, departed this life on January 19, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Abner Mathis, Sr. and Ella Mathis, brothers, Abner Mathis, Jr., Richard Mathis, sisters, Paula Mathis and Beverly Terry.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Norvell Backus, five children, Corye Bullock (Victor), Learrie White III (Ashley), Crystal Boyd, Carla Johnson, and Edmond Crutcher, and eight grandchildren.
Family Hour will be held on Monday, January 27, 2025 from 5-6 p.m. at Ruffin and Jarrett Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Baptist Church 2501 Main St, Little Rock, AR, 72204.
I worked I same dept at SWB w/ Carla. She was always smiling & happy. My deepest sympathy is w/ ur family. She will forever b missed. I know Heaven is happier place w/ Carla there.
My sincere condolences to the Backus /Mathis family.
Carmen and Lisa Dunbar
First Baptist Highland Park Family
I am so sorry to hear about Carla. My thoughts are with the Backus family during this time. There are no words that can make this better, but I hope you can find some comfort in knowing that you are surrounded by people who care deeply for you .
Sending the entire family our love as you remember Ms. Carla, a woman of character and a gift from God. May you all be surrounded by love and comfort during this time.
I knew Carla from both of us working at SWB. Every time I encountered her, she was pleasant. I suspect that she had bad days from time to time like the rest of us, but I never saw her take her frustrations out on others. Now, she was plain spoken and clear in communicating what she wanted you to know, I very much respected her for that. RIP, Carla