of Vilonia, AR
March 17, 1923 - August 11, 2016
Herman Wharton, 93, of Vilonia went to be with his Savior Thursday, August 11, 2016. He was born Saturday, March 17, 1923 in Vilonia, to Marcus Mitchell and Ina Belle Wharton. Herman was a loving husband and father and loved spending time with his family. He was employed at Camp Robinson early in life and became a Farmer which he loved. Herman was a lifelong member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church.
He is survived by his two daughters, Joyce Goff, and Shirley (Sam) Rutherford; seven grandchildren, Karen Miller (Ron), Greg Blakenship (Heather), Pam St. Clair (Dan), Robert Goff (Sally), Lisa Fullerton (Dean), Amy Rutherford, and Katie Rutherford; 17 great grandchildren; eight great great grandchildren; Tommy Baker, also many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Herman is preceded in death by his wife of 73 years Iva Marie Wharton, parents, daughter Alice (Wharton) Baker; brother Vernon Wharton; sisters, Ethel Wharton, Donnie McCarn, and Ruth Robinson.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Mary his nurse and Brother Ted the Chaplain from Hospice Care for her wonderful care. Also, thanks to Cecelia Mitts, Lena Goode, Mistie Pickle, Sandra Harris, and Carol Burns who were excellent caregivers for the family.
Services will be held Saturday August 13, 2016 at 2:00PM at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Vilonia with Visitation at 1:00 at the Church. Burial will follow at Cypress Valley Cemetery in Vilonia.
Mr. and Mrs. Wharton were two of the sweetest people on earth, so sorry for your loss.
Love and prayers to all of you in this sad but glorious time. ,
Sorry that we could not be there today. Since I have heard of Herman's passing my heart has been filled with so many memories going really a long way back. Growing up with Alice and all the fun we had in their home. Although have been away from the community I have always thought of him being such a strong example in the community. I think even of him taking Mrs.Iny to visit Grandma Witcher , her being a shut in , she was always excited to tell us about her visits We are connected in so many ways, we always seemed like kin .
sorry for your loss he with iva now
Dear Joyce and Family, Thinking about you all today and how much Herman will be missed by family,friends, and community. in times of loss of loved ones I run to the book of I Thessalonians chapter 4:13-18, may you find comfort in this promise. Our love and sympathy, Jerry & Shirley
Joyce, Shirley, and family:
So sorry to not be able to make the funeral. We bid a short farewell to a fine Christian man, friend and neighbor. I (Connie) have so many memories as a child of your sweet dad. The community is just not the same with the passing of all the old "generals" that were here for me growing up! Our prayers are with you all as you adjust to life here without him.
Sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. We will be praying for you.
So sorry for your loss!
Joyce, Lisa, Robert and families,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my prayers.
Carla