of Benton, AR
March 4, 1916 - April 24, 2011
Donald Burton Timm, age 95, of Benton, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2011 at his home. He was born on March 4, 1916 in Highmore, SD to the late Henry and Bertha Timm.
Mr. Timm worked for Curtis Publishing Company in Sioux City, IA and was General Manager of Brandon Furniture in Hot Springs. He came from a musical family, played the oboe, and loved music. He played the oboe in the Sioux City Symphony in IA and the Hot Springs Community Band for over 20 years. He was also a member of the Hot Springs Sertoma Club. He was a strong and faithful Christian his entire life, a devoted husband, and a kind and loving father.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Gladys Uhl and one brother, Everett Timm.
Survivors include his wife of 75 years, Alexine Timm, three sons; Matthew Timm and wife Carol King of Nashville, TN, Joel Timm and wife Kristine of Van Nuys, CA, and Jonathan Timm and wife Cyndi of Little Rock, three daughters; Carolyn Spillers and husband David and Elizabeth Selby and husband John, all of Benton, and Victoria Taff and husband Russ of Nashville, TN, 6 grandsons; Nathan, Andrew, and Daniel Spillers, Joshua Timm, Zachary Selby, and Julian Timm, 5 granddaughters; Sarah Selby, Leah Opitz, Caroline Timm, and Madi Rose and Charlotte Taff, 2 great grandsons; Cameron and Adam Spillers, and 2 great granddaughters; Anna Rose Timm and Perri Opitz.
Graveside services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Crestview Memorial Park, Hwy 70 East, Hot Springs, AR under the direction of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047) with Bro. Harry Woodall officiating. His 6 grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Visitation will be from 6:00 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the funeral home.
The family requests that memorials may be made to Saline Memorial Hospice, 23157 I-30, Bryant, AR 72022.
Dear Carolyn and David,
Our hearts go out to you at this time, a sad time but peaceful--as he lived a long, full life.
Know that we are in prayer for you and your family.
Bob, Emily & Pauline
"He was a strong and faithful Christian his entire life." Nothing better could be said of any of us......and nothing more compelling and commendable. What a lesson he is to us, in his life and in his death. Would that it could be said of us all that we were "strong and faithful", gentle and kind. God bless and comfort the precious family he leaves behind.
Hello Liz - we are so sorry to hear of your father's death. We know from John and you that he was a fine and talented man and he will be missed by all who loved him. Our prayers are with you and your family in the days and weeks ahead. We know the heartache of losing a parent. Your Dad had a long and happy life and in that, you can take comfort. All our best, Chesley and Lynann Harris
We know it is hard when you have to say goodbye to someone so close; but we know that you will see him again, and what a day that will be! Holding each and every family member in our thoughts and prayers.
Holding this precious man's family c lose during these sad days when hearts are hurting. Thanking God that this isn't all there is.
Our hearts are heavy for your families loss, but rejoicing for your father. He was a wonderful, loving, caring, man with a great sense of humor. We would have loved to have spent more time with him. He will be missed by all I have no doubt. We will be thinking of your family with much love.
May you experience the healing presence of God in the midst of your profound loss.
We have good memories of your family.
Although we know you will miss this precious man being here with you all~May you find peace in knowing that he celebrated his first Easter in Heaven with our Lord and Savior. What a Blessing! You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of loss. We will continue to keep you close in our hearts as we remember you and your family on Thursday during the funeral time. With much love~Linda & John
Garey called us late Sunday and told us of Don's passing. His generation is now gone, but look at the remarkable legacy of generations of children, nieces, nephews, grandnephews, etc. A wonderful family.
Give our love to everyone. We are sorry that we are unable to come for the services.
We are so sorry for your loss. When those we love pass, it is hardest on those left behind and while condolences help, at best they can only dull the pain. So one must endure, but do so with the knowledge; that how we love determines how we are loved, with the knowledge; that the treasured memories (which always remain) tell us that for 95 years Mr. Timm was and is dearly loved by family and friends alike. What a tremendous legacy.
The staff of Saline Memorial Hospice extends our condolences with the loss of Mr. Timm. Thank you for gracing us with his presence. May your memories and love give your family peace for this day and strength for your tomorrows.