of Poplar Grove, AR
February 24, 1931 - December 18, 2006
Funeral services will be held for Ellis Clairday on Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 10 a.m. at the Twin City Church of Christ on Highway 49 West in West Helena. Brother Bobby Baker and Brother Curtis Pettie will officiating.
"Mr. Ellis", as he was also known, was born February 24, 1931, and died at his home in Poplar Grove on Monday, December 18, 2006 at 2:10 a.m. He was a member of the Twin City Church of Christ. He was formerly the owner of Ellis Auto Parts, until he retired in 1994.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Oma Lee and Oscar Clairday of Conway County, Arkansas.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Lil Clairday; 3 sons, Mark Clairday and wife, Susie of Searcy, Joey Clairday and wife, Cathy of Poplar Grove, and Scott Clairday of Searcy; one daughter, Wana McGrew of Poplar Grove. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Carl Clairday of Jerusalem, Arkansas, and two sisters, Louella Kelley of Sherwood, and Avelene Glenn of Redding, California.
Serving as pallbearers will be his grandsons; Mark Clairday II, Joey Clairday, II, Jerry McGrew, Kevin Clairday, Matthew Clairday, and his nephew, Christopher Ramsey.
Honorary pallbearers will be the elders of the Twin City Church of Christy; Curtis Pettie, Lindell Smith, Bill Givens, Charles Gunn, and Jerry Frederick, also serving will be Dr. Kurt Tauer, Dr. Gill Pillow, and Dr. William Richards.
Visitation will be at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena on Wednesday, December 20, 2006, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Cancer Research Center in Memphis, Tennessee.
Services directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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18 Condolence(s)
Judi Freeman Darnell
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
Lawana and family, I sorry about your loss. When reading over the other messages I came to one about the "circle" and I fully understand what she meant. I remember visiting with Nora and visitng with her and her other friends. There was a such a closeness of the friends there in that neighborhood that has remained even after all these years. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Joe & Susie Deaton
Friday, December 22, 2006
Lil & family, So sorry about our dear Ellis. We are in Texas at Dotti's, & will see you all when we return home. You all are in our prayers & thoughts, we will miss him. Love & God bless all Susie & Joe
Vincent Pittman
Friday, December 22, 2006
We in the Pittman family are sorry to hear about your loss. Mr. Ellis (as most people called him), was a wonderfull man. I remember the many times he helped me find the right parts and always did it with a smile. God bless him and all the Clairday family.
Darrell Burkes
Thursday, December 21, 2006
May God Bless the family
Davey Martin
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Joey, my family and I share in your saddness of the loss of your Dad. I pray that our Lord will sustain you-all w/cherished memories of love and happiness. Lean on Jesus and draw close to Him....He will comfort you ___ [ Prov 3:5-6 ] Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; (6) In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.____ Love always, Davey (DayDay) Martin
James and Connie Gentry
Thursday, December 21, 2006
We're sorry for your loss.
Jackie Sanders
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
The Clairday Family I wish I knew the words to give you comfort now. I can't help but remember my Dad at this time, and all the fun they use to have at the store. I hope you find comfort in knowing that so many are thinking of you all at this time.
Janelle Tyner and Rick Cobbs
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Joey, Cathy and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Glen and Nell Tyner
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
We will miss him here on earth but look forward to meeting in Heaven. We pray for his earthly family. We love all of you.
Shawn Teague
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
I am deeply sorrowed for the lost to the Clairday family. I have the fondest memories of Mr. Ellis in his parts store from when I was a child. He will be a part of my eternal memory. Yours Truly Shawn Teague
Anthony & Cheryl Smith
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
We are deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Clairday's death. He was a kind man that helped me through some difficult times in my life. Our hearts are heavy and our prayers go out to all the Claiday family. May God comfort you in this most difficult time.
Curtis & Bonnie Pettie
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
To all the family, What a blessing for all of you to have had Bro. Ellis in your family. What a great man he was. He was such an encouragement to us and to all that he met. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. May God's riches blessings be with all of you, especially Sis. Lil. Curtis & Bonnie
Dianna Fowler
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Scotty, I pray that you and your family will find comfort during this difficult time. Having Papaw in our lives was such a blessing to Brianna, Jebb, and myself. Please send my condolences to your family. Dianna
Michelle Tindall
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
I will never forget the times when Lil and Ellis would come and visit with my grandparents and the homecomings at Jerusalem. I always thought that when I grew up I hoped to be as Happy as they always were. Ellis was a fine and Kind person. My prayers are with You all and Know that we love you and are here for you.
Michael Vaughn
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Our prayers and deepest sympathy to the Clairday family. May God wrap his loving arms around you, and give you strength and comfort during this time and the days ahead. Michael & Phyllis Vaughn
Jenny (Bridges) Skorupa
Monday, December 18, 2006
Just wanted to extend my sympathy to Lawana and her family. I recall meeting Mr. Clairday at a party Lawana had at their house in junior high.
Debbie Palmer
Monday, December 18, 2006
Joey and Family - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I will always remember our days around 'the circle' when we were growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
trina webb
Monday, December 18, 2006
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Clairday.He was a great and very kind man to all those whom he met or passed.He will be greatly missed in the community. May God be with and take care of his family thru this difficult time.