of Keiser, AR
December 2, 1956 - January 6, 2018
Garry Joe Girdley, 61, of Keiser, AR went to be with our Lord and Savior January 6, 2018 in Etowah, AR. He was born December 2, 1956 to Melvin W. and Gertrude Girdley. He was owner/ operator of Girdley Flying Service and Girdley Brothers Farm. He became a pilot at the young age of 18 and worked as a crop duster for 43 years. He was an avid duck hunter with the Full Contact Duck Hunting Club, where he helped organize hunting trips with many organizations. He worked with Catch a Dream, which allowed him to provide once in a lifetime hunting experiences for children with life threatening illnesses. He also helped organize many hunting trips with the Wounded Warrior Foundation, which allowed him to meet and hunt with many veterans who incurred a physical or mental injury during military service. He was a devoted deacon and servant of First Baptist Church of Keiser, where his life mission was to bring more people to know Jesus Christ. He was the apostle of Crop Dusters United; members of the group said that he lived his life according to Matthew 28.19. Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years: Debbie Girdley of Keiser, AR; daughters: Marci (Cody) Moore of Nolensville, TN and Molli Girdley of Keiser, AR; sister: Claudia (Dan) Sisco of Houlka, MS; brothers: Boat Jr. (Laura) Girdley of Etowah, AR and Ernie (Polly) Girdley of Etowah, AR; grandsons: Manning ''Joseph'' Moore and McCarty Moore of Nolensville, TN; several nephews and nieces and his very devoted friend Mike Broughman. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister: Brenda (Girdley) May. Pallbearers: Henry Morgan, Hank Morgan, Burch Milano, Keith Weathers, Ernie Girdley, Boat Girdley Jr., Travis Senter, Keith Warren, Alan Beach and Kyle Boyd.
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10 Condolence(s)
Wendell Rowlett
Saturday, January 13, 2018
Garry was in my class at Misco several times during the early
seventies. He was a good student and a fine person. I know
everyone who knew him will miss him.
Michael Thompson
Thursday, January 11, 2018
When i first got the news of Garry's passing, i felt absolutely alone, because i had become not only dependent on hearing his advice, his thoughts on our theology, but also his thoughts on how I should walk daily in pretty much everything. We both shared and did a lot. Garry would always say, " Keep the main thing the main thing"! He was referring to the salvation of others. I learned a tremendous lot of things thru him, i have also realized he was my mentor. I gave his memorial Service at Moody Gardens yesterday in his Honor, and it came off wonderfully. Yep, Garry Joe soled me Saturday, His work was done in me also. I will be traveling to Kieser to go to church this weekend as i had promised him. See you fine folks this weekend, Love you and thank you for sharing this wonderful man!
Denise hart
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Deb im so sorry for the loss of joe he was kind man and to your children and grand children you all are in my prayers Love Denise Britton Hart
Jack Birdno
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Sorry for your loss, I graduated with Gary in 1975. Sorry I didn't keep in touch with him but life takes people in different directions.
Mike Matthews
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
If very wise man once told me, “Never put a question mark where God has put a period”. it never makes sense when a wonderful person leaves this world. I will always remember your kindness in my time of need. You will be dearly missed. RIP and Godspeed fine fella. Go West Into that beautiful sunset
Jamie Watson
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I only knew Garry Joe through CDU on Facebook, but I know he was a wonderful man. My heart goes out to all that he touched. God Bless you, and Rest In Peace.
Pamela Hammond Houston
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. With sincere sympathy & love.
John Stephen Douglass IV and Family
Monday, January 8, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.May you all find peace and comfort.God Bless you all.The Douglass'-Stephen,Debbie,John,Tyler and Courtney
Curtis & Molissa Snell
Monday, January 8, 2018
Debbie, we are so sorry for your loss. Garry Joe was an amazing person and filled with the Holy Spirit. It just oozed out of him and he was such a pleasure to be around. It was an instant friendship when we met in Destin, Fl. I am so very thankful to Jesus that we got to know Garry Joe, you, Mrs. Joyce, and of course Big Mike. The world will be a little darker, but Garry Joe is bathing in His Light and Peace! Praise Jesus we know where he is. " Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5-6.
Tracey Schwieger
Monday, January 8, 2018
Debbie and girls,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. My prayers are with all of you. May God be your strength.
Tracey Schwieger
(Jonathan Bennett’s Mom)