of Batesville, AR
October 23, 1918 - November 15, 2015
Mr. Pat Harrison Dyess, 97, of Batesville, died Sunday, November 15, 2015 at White River Medical Center.
He was born on October 23, 1918 in Ellisville, MS and was the son of Preston Dyess and Omelia Anderson Smyly.
Mr. Dyess very proudly served his country in the Navy during World War II. He retired from Westport Casuals and had worked in the sporting goods department at Wal-Mart. He had also worked for Bailey Ford as a car salesman. He was a member of North Heights Church of Christ in Batesville.
He always had the biggest smile, enjoyed joking around with everyone, and was an encourager to many. He was an avid Razorback fan and enjoyed bird watching, working jigsaw puzzles, going to Branson and spending time with his ''Little Kitty.''
Survivors include his wife, Pauline Dyess of the home; two sons, Richard Dyess of Metairie, LA and Bill Dyess of Quitman, MS; one daughter, Linda Gracy of Blytheville; grandchildren: Pam Crabtree, Richard Dyess, Chris Dyess, Cassandra Dyess, Michelle Lloyd, and Lisa Jemison; eight great-grandchildren; and special friends, Mark and Angela Davis and children, Macy and Reagan Davis.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers will be Mark Davis, Bill Ulmer, Calvin Fairchild, Bill Garth, Keith Davis and Bob Burns. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Ted Shields, Dr. Jordan Weaver, and the Elders at North Heights Church of Christ.
The funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, at North Heights Church of Christ with Dr. Edward Meyers officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Visitation will be from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at North Heights Church of Christ prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to North Heights Church of Christ, 200 Warrior Road, Batesville, AR 72501 or Children's Homes, Inc., 5515 Old Walcott Road, Paragould, AR 72401.
We enjoyed Pat so much when he worked at Wal Mart, we would always have chats with him, and he would come in the DQ when he was able, we always enjoyed visiting with him. He was a delight to be around and to talk to. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by all of us.
Paul and Sharon Strecker
I am so sorry Linda and Michelle for the loss of your loved one. He is only away at his eternal home in heaven and we can meet him some day. You will always have your good memories of him.🙏
We have known Pat for several years , as a salesman at Bailey Ford and at Wal-Mart he was always a joy and so uplifting when you met him , he had a way of cheering you up , a very FINE MAN ,We am so sorry for your Loss , may GOD Comfort you at this time , Family you are In Our Prayers and Thoughts
I am so sorry for your loss, losing a loved one in death is one of the most difficult things you will experience in life. The bible provides a comforting thought found at Revelation 21:3,4 which says " With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Very soon our loving God Jehovah has promised that we will see our loved ones again. I hope this provides some comfort during his difficult time.