Obituaries

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PULASKI COUNTY Anna Barron, 68, of North Little Rock.

ELSEWHERE IN ARKANSAS ARKADELPHIA Lorraine Annie Slaughter Duce, 97.

Tommy Jones, 89.

BATESVILLE Ellen Louise Johnson Gavin, 90.

Billy Wayne Martin, 73.

BENTON Regina Ann (Sanders) Foliart, 68. BENTONVILLE Bessie Marie Tate Webb Horton, 96.

BRYANT Marie B. Collins, 90.

CAMDEN Eunice M. Dickson, 72.

Larry Nielson Knight, 66.

EVENING SHADE Dan Barber, 54.

GREENBRIER Charles Early Miller, 70.

HASKELL James Edward “Ed” Krebs, 90.

LEXA Joseph Stephen Mitchell, 67.

MAGNOLIA Gene Arthur Sanders, 86.

MOUNTAIN HOME Stephen P. Jacolik, 92.

Maxine Lynn, 84.

PLAINVIEW Patsie Ruth Harris Jones, 70.

REDFIELD Clarence E. Hunter, 64.

VANDERVOORT Benjamin D. House, 85.

OUT-OF-STATE FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla.

Vera Alberta Driver, 84.

PONCHATOULA, La.

Jo Ann Jones Vest, 74.

AUSTIN, Texas Gary Wayne Williamson, 76.

Pulaski County

ANNA BARRON, 68, of North Little Rock passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2014. She was retired from the Department of Emergency Services with the State of Arkansas and was a Nationally Registered E.M.T. She was a member ofthe Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America, the Red Hat Club and a member of Faith Baptist Church. She appreciated and adored the friends in her life.

She is survived by her son, James Burge, of Little Rock; daughter and son-in-law, Lydia and Nathan Petersen, of Beebe; brother, Charles McDonald of North Little Rock; and two grandchildren, Tommy Fiechtner and Katie Petersen. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Corina McDonald; and her brother, James McDonald.

Memorials may be made to donor’s favorite charity. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m., Tuesday at Faith Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Monday at North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online obituary at www. SmithFamilyCares.com.

Arkansas

ARKADELPHIA - Lorraine Annie Slaughter Duce, age 97, of the Caddo Valley Community near Arkadelphia passed away Friday, April 18, 2014 in Arkadelphia. She was born April 9, 1917 to Ilmon and Dicie Rabjohn Curtis and was the last surviving of nine children. She was a retired seamstress with Levi Straus and Oberman’s Manufacturing in Arkadelphia. Lorraine was a longtime member of Arkadelphia Church of Christ and was one of the first members in the early church. Lorraine was a foster grandparent at the Arkadelphia Human Development Center for 35 years. She was the oldest foster grandparent and held the longest tenure in the country.

She was preceded in death by two husbands, Dean Slaughter and W. O. “Shine” Duce, a stepson, Bob Duce, two granddaughters, Teresa Bear and Dena Porter, and a great-grandson, Josh Slaughter. Survivors are one son, Roy Slaughter and wife, Barbara of Caddo Valley, two daughters, Nelma Porter and husband, Elton of Alexander, Evelyn Sisk and husband, Joe of Olive Branch, Mississippi, one step-daughter, Pat Moorman of Arkadelphia, four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandsons.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, April 21st at Arkadelphia Church of Christ with Jim Buie and Andrew Sherrill officiating. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Arkadelphia Human Development Center Volunteer Council, P.O. Box 70, Arkadelphia, Ark. 71923 or to theSouthern Christian Home, P.O. Box 649, Morrilton, Ark. 72110. Online guest register is available at www.ruggleswilcox.com.

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ARKADELPHIA - Tommy Jones, 89, Arkadelphia, passedApril 10, 2014. Survivors: children: Arie Craigg, Harold, Elizabeth, Phillip, and Kizzie Jones, Dorothy Hutcherson; 28 grandchildren; siblings, Lucille Carter, Maggie Culmore, Luther Jones. Services 1 p.m. Saturday (today) Greater Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Services by Williams Funeral Home. “We Celebrate Life.” Sign guestbook www.funeralsatwilliams.com.

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BATESVILLE - Ellen Louise Johnson Gavin died April 17, 2014 at the age of 90. Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 21, 2014 at the Willis Funeral Service Chapel. A memorial service to follow at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Willis Funeral Service. www.willisfs.com.

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BATESVILLE - Billy Wayne Martin, 73, of Batesville died Thursday. Survivors: wife, Pat Martin; son, Darin Martin; daughter, Melissa Goodman; seven grandchildren; one sister; two brothers. Funeral service: 10 a.m., Monday, North Heights Church of Christ. Burial: Oaklawn Cemetery by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Sunday

Memorials: Children’s Home, 5515 Old Walcott Road, Paragould, Ark. 72450 and North Heights Church of Christ Mission Fund, 200 Warrior Road, Batesville, Ark. 72501. www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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BENTON - Regina Ann (Sanders) Foliart, of Benton, passedaway April 16 at the Arkansas Heart Hospital. Regina was born September 5, 1945, in Tampa, Florida to the late Joseph and Mayrene Sanders.

She was preceded in deathby her parents, her son Jeff Grifford and her brother Randy Sanders. Regina is survived by a daughter, Kathy McAdoo (Benton); a son, Jarod Grifford (Benton); a grandson, Cody McAdoo (Arkadelphia); a granddaughter, Katlin Williams (Arkadelphia); a sister, Kathy Herson (John) (Denton, TX); a brother, Rick Sanders (Carol Ann) (Denton, Texas); a special aunt, Mary Barger and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Regina was a member of Gateway Church. She loved the Lord and her family, especially her children and grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Monday, April 21, 2014 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (501-315-4047) with Pastor Jeff Medders officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, Va. 22312. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard.

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BENTONVILLE - Bessie Marie Tate Webb Horton of Bentonville, Ark., formerly of Monticello, Ark., passed away at her home in Bentonville, Ark., April 15, 2014. She was born Jan. 27, 1918, in Ashley County near Fountain Hill, Ark.

She was the daughter of John Henry Tate and Sallie Ann Elizabeth Turnbow Tate, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, William Frank, John Wilburn and Emory Cleve Tate; her young son, Dennis Martin Webb; her first husband, Ray Webb; her second husband, Jim Horton; a son-in-law, Paul Carter; and a grandson-in-law, Malcolm Howell.

She is survived by her daughter, Anna Koonce and husband, Kelly; daughter, June Carter; six grandchildren, Karen Mills and her husband, Jeff, Max Koonce and wife, Rebecca, Marty Koonce and wife, Louise, Steve Carter and wife, Michelle, Stephanie Howell, and Sam Carter and wife, Heather; 15 great-grandchildren, Ross Carter and wife, Rachel, Rachel Kellum and husband, Ben, Robyn Carter, Jonathan Koonce, Caroline Koonce, Davis Mills, Justin Mills, Tucker Koonce, Taylor Koonce, Tanner Koonce, Trevor Koonce, Katherine Howell, Emma Howell, Avery Carter and Logan Carter; three great-great-grandchildren, Michael, John Paul and Madeline June Carter; as well as numerous nephews and nieces and other extended family members, friends, caregivers; and her dog, Sydney.

As a young girl, she developed a love for gospel music, growing up spending time with her father traveling by wagon to Sunday afternoon gospel singings and singing schools that her father taught. During this time, she also developed a passion for gardening from her mother, ultimately becoming a charter member of the Southside Home Demonstration Club.

She and Ray began their married life living with her motherin-law, Marietta Burks Webb, and grandmother-in-law, Melinda Jane Camp Burks. When her oldest daughter, Anna, was 2, they moved to their first home, the Bowser Road farm, where she lived until moving to Bentonville in 1992. Many great memories were developed and cultivated at the Bowser Road farm for her children as they grew up and grandchildren who all spent many summers with her there.

While in Monticello, she was a member of the MonticelloChurch of Christ where her husband, Ray, served many years as a deacon and elder of the congregation. During this time, she exhibited her role as a great hostess, showing hospitality to everyone with her willingness to “always set another plate or two” for guests to share a meal with her family.

While in Monticello, she began her working career at the Drew County ASCS office. She also worked for a period of time at the College Heights Post Office and ultimately moved to managing the Arkansas State Revenue Office in Monticello where she continued to work until retirement. To this day, you will find many families in Monticello that knew her because of her involvement in this office and the kindness and support she showed them while there.

In 1992, she moved to Bentonville, Ark., to be closer to her daughter, June, and her husband, Paul, as well as a number of her grandchildren. Upon moving to Bentonville, she became a member of the Bentonville Church of Christ where she continued to play an active role. She loved being involved in family celebrations, vacations and trips, enjoying time spent outdoors with family and friends. One very special trip was when she was part of the Five Women Will Travel Inc., which included her two daughters and two granddaughters on a fall tour of New England. She likewise enjoyed many trips, as far away as Europe with her Monticello travel group. She was an avid bridge and dominoes player, beginning early in her marriage with her mother-in-law and continuing with her family, friends and caregivers up to the last few days.

She was a loving Christian woman who always reached out to others with a helping hand or word of encouragement. Her Christian faith was evident in all of her actions, words and commitment to her family and friends. She set a great example of what it meant to love those around her and that she came in contact with no matter the circumstances through tough times and good times.

Visitation will be on Thursday, April 17, 2014, at 6 p.m. at the Bentonville Church of Christ, with the funeral services being held on Friday, April 18, 2014, at 10 a.m., also at the Bentonville Church of Christ. Local arrangements are under the care of Callison-Lough Funeral Home of Bentonville.

On Saturday, April 19, 2014, there will be visitation at the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home in Monticello at 9 a.m. to be followed by a graveside service at 11 a.m. at the Union Ridge Cemetery on Midway Route. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.

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BRYANT - Marie B. Collins, 90, of Bryant, Arkansas, took her lastbreath on earth and her next breath in heaven Wednesday, April 16, 2014. Marie retired from Baptist Medical Center following many years of service as a surgical nurse. Unlikemost people, she had two green thumbs. Forever 39, she especially enjoyed ballroom dancing until she could only dance in her heart.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, George E. Collins Sr.; one daughter, Susan Collins Smith; and one son, James Edward Collins. Survivors include one daughter, Kathy Davidson and husband Bob; one son, George E. Collins, Jr. and wife M’Liss; and; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Charlotte Halter and Gloria Urhine.

Rosary at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, April 21, 2014, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Benton, Ark., where Marie was a 50+ year member. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park. A special thank you to Foxridge Retirement Center of Bryant and Hospice Home Care of Little Rock for their special care and kindness.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Parkinson Disease Association or ASPN, Arkansas Suicide Prevention Network. Services and arrangements under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Home. For information, call 501-778-7100. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

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CAMDEN - Eunice M. Dickson, 72 of Camden, Ark., passed away on April 17, 2014. She was an active member of First United Method Church in Camden, a volunteer at the church food pantry, and a member of the Hospital Auxiliary at OCMC, following her retirement from the Camden Fairview School District central office after 33 years of service. Eunice was passionate about her love for her family and was always the first one to put their needs above her own.She enjoyed helping other people through her work with the church food pantry and the Hospital Auxiliary.

She is survived by: Her husband of 53 years, John “Dick” Dickson; a daughter, Cynthia Dickson of Camden, Ark.; a son, John Dickson, Jr. and wife Angela of Natchitoches, La.; three grandchildren: Cassie Dickson, Rachel Dickson, and Kate Dickson; and one brother, Eugene Johnson and wife Linda of Cabot, Ark.; a sister-in-law, Kate Dickson of Cabot, Ark. She was preceded in death by: Her parents, Thomas and Maebell Johnson; and a brother, Pristine Johnson.

Roller-Citizens Funeral Homeis in charge of Graveside Services at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2014, at Crittenden Memorial Park, 2206 Hwy. 64 W., Marion, Ark., 723564, with the Rev. Buddy Ratliff officiating.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at First United Methodist Church, 121 Harrison Ave., Camden, Ark. 71701. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to: First United Methodist Church in Camden.

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CAMDEN - Larry Nielson Knight, 66, died Thursday. Funeral service 10 a.m. Monday at Proctor Funeral Home. Visitation 6-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Larry Knight Sr. College Fund for grandchildren at River Valley Credit Union. Arrangements by Proctor Funeral Home. Sign guest register www.proctorfuneralhome.com.

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EVENING SHADE - Dan Barber, age 54, of Evening Shade, formerly of Hawaii for over 20 years, died Friday, April 18, 2014, at his home. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City. No visitation is planned.

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GREENBRIER - Charles Early Miller, 70, of Greenbrier passedaway at his home Thursday, April 17, 2014. He was born February 11, 1944, in Marvell, Arkansas, to the late James Early Miller and Charlotte Bottorff Miller. He was a veteran of theArmy and the Air Force and a retired Air National Guard Reserve Master Sergant. He retired after twenty-eight years with the Army Corp of Engineers where he worked as the Water Treatment Plant manager. He was a member of the VFW.

He is survived by his wife, Jean Rae Miller; son Charles Miller, Jr. of California; daughter, Tracy Lanette Hudman of Hot Springs; step-daughter, Jean R . Rackley Lamb of Hot Springs; several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Other survivors include his sister Linda Miller of Mt. Ida, Arkansas; brother James Miller (Nina) of Somerville, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his daughter Cherie Eva Shade; two sisters, Rheba Irene German and Barbara J. Stainback.

There will be a visitation from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 20, 2014, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Cremation arrangements by Roller-McNutt Greenbrier, 501-679-2575. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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HASKELL - James Edward “Ed” Krebs of Haskell, passedaway on April 18, 2014, at the age of 90. Born on March 25, 1924, in Oregon. He retired from ALCOA.

Ed leaves behind his wife of 68 years, Faye Anita (Callahan) Krebs; son, MikeKrebs (Sandy) of Haskell; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his oldest son Gerald Edward “Jerry” Krebs.

Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 20 at Ashby Funeral Home in Benton. Funeral service will be held Monday, April 21 at 10 a.m. at Mt. Harmony Missionary Baptist Church in Haskell, where Ed was an active member. Pallbearers are Randy Clift, Terry Callahan, Gary Anderson, Casey Krebs, Chad Krebs, and Jordan Krebs. Burial will follow at Mt. Harmony Cemetery. Guest book, www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.

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LEXA - Joseph Stephen Mitchell, 67, of Lexa passed away April 17, 2014 at Lexa. Survivors: two sons, Joseph Steven Elliot and Kincaid Woods; two brothers, one sister; parents. No service is scheduled at this time for Mr. Mitchell. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Online guest book www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ westhelena.

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MAGNOLIA - Gene Arthur Sanders, 86, of Magnolia, Arkansas, passed away on April 17th. He was born in Springhill, Louisiana, on August 23rd, 1927 to Arthur Clifton and Vera Wise Sanders. He was a World War II veteran who served in the Philippines. He began his career as a geologist with McAlester Fuel Company in 1951, after graduating from Louisiana State University. He married the former Evagene Copeland in 1952.

He is survived by his wife Evagene, daughter Nancy Smith and husband Robert Smith of Mandeville, La., son Tommy Sanders and wife Casey of Little Rock, son Kenny Sanders of Magnolia and son Cliff Sanders and wife Valerie of Magnolia. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Rachel Smith of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Martin Smith of Oklahoma City, Quinten Sanders of Little Rock and Barrett Sanders of Fayetteville. He was preceded in death by his sister Marteal Wright and brother Bob Sanders.

He was a sustaining member of the Magnolia Boys and Girls Club, a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists and the Shreveport Geological Society.

Visitation will be at Lewis Funeral Home in Magnolia on Friday, April 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be atthe Lewis Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, April 19th at 11 a.m., with graveside services at Magnolia Memorial Park cemetery afterwards.

The family would like to thank all the caregivers who assisted Gene in his long period of illness.

Memorials should be sent to the Magnolia Boys and Girls Club. Online guestbook at www.lewisfuneralhome.biz.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Stephen P. Jacolik, age 92, of Mountain Home passed away April 8, 2014. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2014 at Roller Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Baxter Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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MOUNTAIN HOME - Maxine Lynn, 84, of Mountain Home, Ark., died April 18, 2014. Survived by children; Philip Lynn, Bobby Lynn, Gary Lynn, Judy Mooney, Wilma Kellem, Brenda McDonald, Betty McDole and Mary Byrd. Memorial Service will be 1 p.m., Sunday at Roller Funeral Home. Online Guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.

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PLAINVIEW - Patsie Ruth Harris Jones, age 70, of Plainview passed away Thursday, April 17, 2014 at her home. She was born October 16, 1943 in Appleton, Ark., to the late Doyle and Ida Martin Coffman. She was a member of the HilltopChurch, a mother and homemaker.

Preceded in death by her husbands, Lewis Harris and Richard Jones; brother, Glen Dale Coffman; daughter, Jodie Brock. Survivors include children and spouses, Arnetta and Jerry Fry of Mabelvale; Gregory and Lea Harris of Bryant; Patricia and Steve Stone of Mabelvale; sisters, Faye and James Byers of Tulsa, Okla.; Mildred Bonds of Cabot; Linda and Ken Cochran of London; brother Lee and Carol Coffman of North Shores, Calif.; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 21, 2014 at funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hilltop Church, P.O. Box 393 Plainview, Ark. 72857 Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville, Arkansas and River Valley Crematory Dardanelle. Online guestbook and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com.

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REDFIELD - Clarence E. Hunter, 64, of Redfield, Arkansaspassed away April 17, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 18, 1949 to the late Clarence and Mary Hunter.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Hunter of14 years, his stepson Johnny Williams (Heather), his stepdaughter, Rebecca Smart (Richard), his grandchildren, Dylan Williams, Hailey Oliver, Ralexus Smart, and Jaycee Smart, four brothers, Calvin, Carl, Jimmy, and Charles Hunter, one sister, Francis Clutter, a special brother-in-law, Dale Caine (Jean), a special friend Angel Cassity, and a host of nieces and nephews. Clarence is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and sister, Mary Francis.

Clarence loved fishing, construction, working in the yard, watching Razorback sports, and enjoying the time he spent with his grandchildren. He was employed with street department in Little Rock for 23 years and a truck driver until his retirement.

Visitation will be held at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock, Ark. 72117, Monday, April 21st, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. with a graveside service Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 2 p.m. with Bro. Charles Townsend officiating. Services entrusted to Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home. www.griffinleggettresthills.com

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VANDERVOORT - Benjamin D. House, age 85, of Vandervoort, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2014 in Hot Springs. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the Vandervoort First Baptist Church. A private interment will be held at Witherspoon Cemetery under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.

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FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. - Vera Alberta Driver, 84, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida departed this life April 15, 2014. Funeral service is 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at Dillinger Funeral Home Chapel. Interment in Morrow Cemetery in Stanford, Arkansas. Visitation 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, April 21, 2014. Arrangements by Dillinger Funeral Home Chapel. www.dillingerfuneralhome.com.

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PONCHATOULA, La. - Jo Ann Jones Vest, 74 of Ponchatoula, La., formerly of Monticello, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2014 at Baptist Healthcare Medical Center in Little Rock. Funeral service will be 4 p.m. Sunday, April 20 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial in Beulah Cemetery. Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.

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AUSTIN, Texas - Gary Wayne Williamson, M.D. left the lovingpresence of his family on April 15, 2014. Gary was born on November 29, 1937 in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the youngest of five children born to Ruth Ella and Joseph Henry Williamson. Twobrothers, Robert and Earl, preceded Gary in death, as well as his sister Jo Helen Cook. He is survived by his oldest brother, Loyd Dean Williamson of Little Rock, as well as many nieces and nephews, all of Arkansas.

Gary received his early education in Hot Springs, while growing up on the family farm. He received his B.S. degree from Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas, followed by a Master’s degree at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. He received his M.D. degree from the University of Arkansas Medical School in Little Rock. During the Vietnam War, he began his service to his country when he was called to active duty, and he served in the Air Force from 1967-1969, while stationed at Carswell Air Force Base in Ft.Worth. Following his honorable discharge, he came to Austin for a football game between Arkansas and Texas, and a short while later he moved his family to Austin, to fulfill his lifelong dream as a radiologist, with Capital Imaging Association. He soon became a familiar face around St. David’s Hospital, where he served as Chief of Staff. He was also President of Texas Radiological Society, President of Travis County Radiological Society, Chief of Staff at St. David’s Hospital, and named as a Diplomat of the American Board of Radiology, Texas Medical Society, and a fellow of the American College of Radiology. In addition to all of this, he managed to find time to serve as President of the Re-Write of the Medical Practice Act for the State of Texas, and was honored by them as a recipient of the Commendation Award. Additionally, for his contributions to Austin YMCA, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Award.

Although Gary was devoted to, and immersed in his studies, while pursuing his M.D., he did manage to find time to court a girl from Mountain View, Arkansas, and in 1960 he married Jacqueline Rosa Jones, and they began their lifelong journey together, including the raising of their three children. Although his love of radiology demanded long hours, Gary was never too busy to enjoy life with Jackie, and she could frequently be seen needle pointing in the golf cart while Gary practiced a sport he dearly loved, or taking up the sport of bird hunting herself, and joining him on many trips to South Texas during quail season, accompanied by occasional friends, and Gary’s beloved bird dogs, who always obeyed his order to “Kennel Up” which later became his license tag. Gary’s hunting dog, “Pards” will be lost without him. Gary found time to enjoy time spent at Austin Country Club with his golfing buddies, winning several matches along the way, and being honored as Sportsman of the Year.

Although Gary left the family farm behind, the farm life never completely left him, and he nurtured his love of the out-ofdoors, and always had a very productive garden growing along the boundary with Camp Mabry, behind his house, each spring. And it was while enjoying his time gardening, or working with his hunting dogs, that his neighbors could occasionally be treated to the sound of Gary’s wonderful laugh drifting over the fence.

Gary and Jackie were blessed with the love they shared during the many years they spent together, many of them enjoying an active social life in Austin, and the blessing of their home in Iron Horse Mountain, in Whitefish, Montana, where they loved to entertain their many friends, and spend winter holidays in the snowy shadow of Glacier Peak with their family. There are the memories that will keep the love of Gary alive in the hearts of his beloved wife of 54 years, Jackie, and their three children: Kevin, and partner William Miller, Lezlie and John Glade, Jennifer and Sam Lucchese, and grandchildren Grayson, Helena, and Jacqueline Glade, Talley and Sam Lucchese, and granddaughter Channing and her husband Micah Wakeman and their four daughters.

The family would also like to give a special thanks to his caregivers, Owen, Lourdes, and Simone.

And so we must all say goodbye to a remarkable man with the words of John Donne imprinted upon our hearts··· “No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main.” We will forever miss you, Gary Wayne!

Services to be held at The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 3201 Windsor Road on Wednesday April 23, 2014 at 3 p.m. in the afternoon. Reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his memory to The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, Texas 78703 or The First Tee of Austin, 5501 Ed Bluestein Blvd., Austin, Texas 78723. Arrangements by Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, (512) 452-8811. Obituary and memorial guestbook available online at www.wcfish.com.