Kaleb "Gumby" Glynn Watson

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Roller-Cox Funeral Home
701 South Rogers
Clarksville, AR  72830
Friday, January 29, 2016
6:00-8:00 P.M.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
Hedgeway Church
2215 East Main Street
Clarksville, AR  72830
Saturday, January 30, 2016
10:00 A.M.
Cemetery
Hagarville Cemetery
Hwy 292
Hagarville, AR  72839
Kaleb "Gumby" Glynn Watson

of Ft. Smith, AR

November 4, 1993 - January 23, 2016

Kaleb Glynn ''Gumby'' Watson, 22 of Fort Smith, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2016 in Fort Smith. Gumby was born November 4, 1993 in Clarksville to Mr. Ricky and Linda (Leavell) Watson. He enjoyed basketball, hunting, and being outdoors, he loved to cheer on the Arkansas Razorbacks and Denver Broncos. He was studying electrical engineering at UAFS. Mr. Watson is preceded in death by his grandparents, Holbert and Virginia Watson.

Mr. Watson is survived by his parents, Ricky and Linda Watson; brother, Heath Watson of Hagarville; Grandparents, Donell and Millie Leavell of Clarksville; grandmother, Peggy Ruiz of Dover; aunts and uncles, Guy and Jeanette Watson of Clarksville, Connie & Boyd Hall of Dover, Barbara and Alan Dunlap of Utah, Galen Leavell of Texas, Mitch and Marilyn Leavell of Utah, Glen Leavell of Dover, and Donnie Leavell of California, several cousins; And his beloved dog Lady.

Visitation for Mr. Watson will be 6:00 8:00 P.M. Friday January 29, 2016 at the Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday January 30, 2016 at the Hedgeway Church with Bro. Don Alexander and Bro. Dewayne Holland Officiating. Burial will follow in the Hagarville Cemetery with Ethan Holt, Ryan Harrison, Forest Damron, Ethan Yandell, Zac Stumbaugh, and Zach Dossett serving as pallbearers, and serving as honorary pallbearers will be all previous basketball players, coaches, friends, and previous teachers from Lamar Schools along with all UAFS and Fort Smith Friends.

Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home (479) 754-2201. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clarksville.

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90 Condolence(s)
Diane Nelson
Russellville, AR
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Sunday, January 31, 2016

Although I didn't know Kaleb personally, my son did know Kaleb a little. My son came into Lamar high school in the last 5 months of senior year and had a couple of classes with Kaleb and graduated in the same class as Kaleb. This has hit my son hard as he can't begin to comprehend what happened and how someone his age that he knew could be gone so quickly. My heart and prayers go out to Kaleb's family and friends at this time and I pray that they all find comfort in knowing that Kaleb is with Jesus and soaring high right now.

Ed and Jana Williams
Scranton, AR
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Saturday, January 30, 2016

Very sorry for your loss. Want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kellie& Michael Willis
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Saturday, January 30, 2016

Can't wait to see you again gumby! Our thoughts and prayers to the family! God bless

Kim&Marion Lauppe
Lamar, AR
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Saturday, January 30, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss,please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.please let me know if we can help you with any thing.
God bless you
Kim&Marion Lauppe

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Friday, January 29, 2016

I'm kaleb's neighbor across the street. I'm so saddened over what happened to your precious son. I saw him many times, and I couldn't help but to think, 'he is a happy, nice, just a good all round kid' and I was obviously correct. I'm sad every time I see the apartment, not sure I can continue to live here. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers

Jerry and Debbie Bjorgum
Hagarville,
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Friday, January 29, 2016

I cannot even begin to imagine what you all are going through at this time. I pray for peace to you to help make it through each day. Know that I am here if you need any thing. Love you all.

Bryan & Katie Warren
London, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

Our thought and prayers are with you! Kaleb was a sweet and loving kid, he will be missed by many.

Shelley & Kaitlyn Boswell
Lamar,
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Friday, January 29, 2016

Rickey, Linda and Heath,
Thank you so much for sharing your Kaleb with us. We will always feel blessed to have had him in our lives.

Sarah Gray
Clarksville, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

I always loved how he could turn someones bad day into a good day just by being his self.

Michael and Marcia Mize
Clarksville, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Praying for strength for you in the coming weeks and days.

Clinton & Janice West
Ozark, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

Rickey, Linda and Heath,
We are so sorry for your loss. There are no words that can be said to take away the pain that you are enduring. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God comfort you and help ease the pain. Remember all the good times and laughter that you all shared.

Steve & Darla Davenport
Magazine, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

Our deepest condolences for your loss. May God Bless your family.

Michael Buckner
Sallisaw, OK
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Friday, January 29, 2016

My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers for your family. I am so sorry for your loss. It's been years since we've gone to church with you, but you will always be in our prayers.

Mike & Carolyn Buckner

Jane Tumbleson
Clarksville, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

Linda, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sure that I speak for all of your JRMC family as well. God be with each of you through this most difficult time.

Pamela McElyea
Nashville, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Wish there were words I could say to take away the pain and sadness. The Lord has gotten a very special angel and he will be always watching over you all. I only met Kaleb a few times which, was enough to know he was a great kid and I am so glad that Dakota had him in his life. Dakota will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Stormy and Ed Wood
Hagarville, AR
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Friday, January 29, 2016

We are so sorry to hear about Kaleb, our blessings are with you.

Loredana Qualls
Russellville,
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

I did mit know you personally my dear Kaleb.But
My sister told me so much about you.When I heard what happened to you.I was so sad .Sins then I can't stop thinking about you.My dear I hope to meet you someday in heaven.I know you are there .Love love love .You family is in my prayers.😢

Bliss West
Beaufort,
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

Dear Leavell Family,

Daddy and I have shed many tears for you. Words cannot express our sadness. It's times like this that we especially miss Circle Drive. Our prayers are with you. We wish we were at home taking care of you.

Love,
Bliss and Jack

Kenny & Robin Talley
Clarksville, AR
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

Linda, My heart broke when I heard of your loss. Can't imagine the pain you are experiencing but all the wonderful memories, love and prayers everyone has for Kaleb is wonderful! Love to you, Ricky and Heath.

Terry, Rhonda Curtis & Family
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

Gone but never forgotten. You have left a mark on alot of peoples hearts. Praying for your family and friends. May God Bless them all. Heaven has another one with wings. We will see you again someday.

Suzanne Engstrom
Fort Smith, AR
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

With deepest sympathy

Suzanne Engstrom
Hugg & Hall Equipment
Fort Smith

Wes and Diane mitchell
Clarksville,
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

We are so sorry, we are praying for you and your family.

Nita Holt Haby
Hartman, AR
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Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Rickey, Linda & Heath
My prayers are with you. I pray for comfort in this time of need. He has so many friends, its amazing, classmates, etc. He was on our basketball team for Hudson Candy, with Ethan and Jeff coached. Ill never forget how fast he was.
Nita & Joseph

Alan Barbara Dunlap
Roy,
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Wednesday, January 27, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.


Fred L Baket
Knoxville,
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Wednesday, January 27, 2016

So sorry for your loss,prayers for you and your Family

Delisa Collins
Fort Smith,
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Wednesday, January 27, 2016

I'm thankful I actually got to meet this angel from heaven, I pray that his parents and family have a peace which surpasses all understanding during this time of loss! God Bless you all! I only had the pleasure of meeting your son this summer while he interned at GPI, but it was always good to see his smiling face! May Kaleb RIL

Delisa

Dottie Verwiebe Guthrie
Clarksville,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Our deepest condolences to you all!

Ricky
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

You will be missed on campus, praying for your family. RIP

Natalie Holt
Lamar,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss! Kaleb will be greatly missed from all of us ! Our family will always be here for you and yours . Prayers and hugs go out to you and Ricky and Hearh Corey will miss him greatly and he sends his hugs and prsyers to you all too!

Joyce sears Lovell
hartford,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Linda&Ricky so sorry to hear about Kaleb I know your hearts are broken, it sounds like you guys did an awesome job raising him to be a fine young man,you are all in my prayers.

Jason Bradley
Clarksville,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Praying for strength and comfort for all effected by this tragedy.

Nancy Ivy
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Praying for your family. I too am going through grief from the loss of my little brother in August...we all need each others prayers in times like this. There's no answer to why this happened to a wonderful person...but we HAVE to trust GOD....

Teddy Dalton
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

I will be strong and courageous. I will not be terrified, or discouraged; for the Lord my God is with me wherever I go.

Joshua 1:9

Kaleb I know you will be forever in so many peoples hearts.

Beth Mooney
Clarksville, AR
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Linda and family, I'm so sorry for your loss and pray for comfort in the days ahead. I did not know Kaleb personally, but from everything I've heard about him, he was a fine young man, taken way too soon. Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers since hearing of this tragedy. God Bless.

Greg Wilson & Family
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Our sympathy and compassion to the entire family...

Malinda Herr-Chambliss
Hot Springs.,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

My heartfelt sympathies to yr family. I met yr delightful son at my Grandson recent wedding. Preston. &Kaleb's smile filled the room..May God hold all of you in his arms. Your family will b in my prayers.Malinda H-C

Denise and Bob DeWinter
Hagarville,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Heaven gained another Angel... your in our thoughts and prayers....love you all

debra lambert
buford, GA
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

My deepest sympathy to your family. Such a tragic loss.

Cathy Butler
Henderson, NV
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

I am deeply sorry for your loss of Kaleb. I too have felt the tremendous pain of losing a son. I pray that you find comfort and strength in God's promises of a future resurrection, no more death, sickness, pain, or suffering as you read Psalms 65:2; Isaiah 33:27; Acts 24:15; Revelation 21:4. Memories of Kaleb will stay in your heart forever.

Melanie Cowell
hartman, AR
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss, I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you, your family is in my thoughts and prayers!

Connie Rommel
Clarksville, AR
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Linda, Ricky, and Heath. Words cannot express the depth of sorrow I have for you in my heart. John and I were devastated to learn of this terrible tragedy and we both are holding you close in our prayers and hearts. May God give you strength and the healing love that only He can provide.

John lewallen
Atkins,
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

My condolences for the loss of this fine young man being taken so young. Heaven needs warriors too I guess... God bless you and his friends. Know that we alumni from Lamar are with you...

tammie McCarley
lamar,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I cant begin to know your grief but trust that you raised a blessing of a young man. He always had a smile and a giggle for everyone. We that was unless he was playing basketball cause that was serious business for him. I have a bunch of pictures that I took at basketball games and other school activities I will try to get you copies up. Ricky you and Linda have my deepest condolences and I will keep y'all in my prayers.

Carla Birkhahn Tumbleson
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am so sorry all my boys-kota Blake Josh Jerrett thought so much of kaleb. He was a great friend and will be strongly deeply missed.

Kathy Turner Dyer
Lamar,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Heaven gained yet another Angel when it took Kaleb. So sorry that all his family and friends will miss him so very much! May God Bless the family!

Earl & Sharon Lusk
Russellville, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Even though we never met Kaleb, we felt like we knew your boys when we visited at Dr. Parkes. We will be praying for you and your family.

James m Carroll
Russellville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Malinda Herr-Chambliss
Hot Sorings.,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss
I won't soon forget your son's smile and how I felt he represented the
kind i of youngman we need today.Your family is in our
prayers & we will honour him in thought all the while.
I met yr wonderful son at my grandson"s wedding & so glad I did. With warm thoughts &respect.Malinda Herr-Chambliss (Preston South GrandMother)

Karen Frizzell
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Prayers for peace, comfort and strength in the days to come. It will become bearable with God's peace. Know that you are loved and Kaleb was a good young man.

Wilma Harris
Clarksville, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Ricky, Linda, and Heath, I am so very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts. I pray for God's healing hands upon you and that you find peace and comfort from the treasured memories of Caleb.

Kimberley Martin
Lamar, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Dear Watson Family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. It truly sickens me to hear of this. I met Kaleb a while back and thought he was the sweetest young man I had talked with in a while. I do hope you find Peace soon until then, May God wrap you in His warm and loving arms around you and hold you close.

Bliss West
Beaufort,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Linda, our hearts are breaking for you. Daddy and I are remembering you in our prayers. We love you very much. Xxoo

Julie Millard
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I simply cannot imagine your pain. I have been praying for all of you and will continue to do so.

Pamela Palmer
Dardanelle,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

My heart goes out to the family. Praying for comfort and healing.

Kenneth w knight
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

He love is family and friends going be miss

Shannon Qualls
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

My heart hurts so much for you. Please do not hesitate to call.

Love you!

Anita Sanders
Grand Prairie,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am so sorry to read about your son.
He is now with our Heavenly Father, where he will be waiting for you.
May God keep you in His care.

Vickey Fultz
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep the family in my prayers.

Robin Brown
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Sorry for your loss. He may not be here with us on earth but he will always be in our hearts and memory.

Becky Wyles
Lamar,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Linda, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Troy and Jennifer Lesinski
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Praying for justice for your dear loved one. Continued prayers for peace and comfort during this heartbreaking time and in the days to come. God Bless

Theresa Cromer
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Monday, January 25, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kaleb touched a lot of lives in his short time with us. Keep ypur hearts on all the fun times and know that Kaleb loves you. With deepest sympathy.

Jerry and Sheila Williams
Hagarville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

It's hard to find the words to say how much we respected and admired you. Jerry and I often talked about what a fine Young man you were. Such a hard worker, smart, inpeckable character. You will be so greatly missed.

Debbie Peters
Ft. Smith,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I didn't know this young man personally. Just wanted to say I'm so sorry for your loss!! Prayers for your family!!

Dora Otto & Family
Knoxville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart

Steven Holland
Lamar,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am sorry to hear about this tragedy. Kaleb was always a joy to be around. Our prayers are with you. -- Steven and Samantha Holland

Eileen Hale
Kingwood,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

My deepest sympathies to his family. Kaleb was a wonderful young man with an infectious smile. Praying for God to bring peace and comfort to all.

Kerry Brown
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Prayers for you all. Truly heartbreaking to hear of your loss. Wal-Mart DC 6082, managers and associates mourn along side of you. Lord hear our prayers.

Margo Oneal
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

HE played ball with my boys and was always so polite and kind. I pray God gives his family strength during this terrible tragedy.

Malinda
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I didn't know this young man but I'm deeply saddened by this tragedy. My prayers are for God's comfort over this family.

Norma Edgmon
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

So sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family.

Tracy Wilson
Ozone,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Linda, Rickey, and Heath I'm so so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. Just know we are here for you all if you need anything. With many prayers and love for you and your family..❤️

Melissa Muldoon
Ozark,,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Sending prayers for your family, my kids & granddaughters thought so highly of him, they have lots of memories of the great person he was.

Karen Dale
London,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I'm so sorry . My prayers are with yoi

Carolyn Wadley
Lamar, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Ricky and Linda, I'm so sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed the time when he and Daniel played on the basketball team.. I truly enjoyed seeing Kaleb play. Such a good young man and a sweet outlook on life. If you need anything just let me know. Prayers for you.

chase thomas
ozark arkansas, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Sorry for your loss will pray for your family Kaleb was won of my cousins best freinds that's how I know him and he was very nice and very funny

bobbie Thompson
Ozark,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Sorry for ypur loss

Michelle Skinner
Ozark,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

May you find comfort in this difficult time. Will continue to pray for your family.

Shannon Skaggs Warren
Clarksville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am James and Cathy Skaggs' daughter, and please know that you guys are in our thoughts during this very difficult time. God bless and keep you close.

Linsey Frost
Knoxville,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Still hard to believe your gone but I know your in a much better place. We miss you so much already. I wish I could be home to be able to go to your funeral but I know you would say to stay up here in Nebraska and continue playing some ball. Instead of good-bye. I'll see you later Kaleb.

Michelle Birkhahn
Lamar,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Kaleb very well when he was in second grade and I was a para pro. He was a very sweet boy and loved life.

Brenda Johnson
Little Rock,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Linda, Ricky and Heath,
We are so sorry. I wish their was something we could say or do to take the pain and grief away, but we know we can't. Just know you're all in our thoughts and our prayers.Kaleb will for ever be in our hearts.
We are so blessed to have known him. So many wonderful memories of Kaleb.May God give all of you peace and comfort. Always, Brenda and Shelby.Johnson Melson

Bill and Myrtle Taylor
Springdale, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Sorry to hear of the death of my relative Kaleb. Holbert was my uncle, I am the daughter of Cladie and Edna Sanders formerly of Clarksville. Our prayers are with the family as I use to love to visit all of the Watson's in Hagarsville. Would love to see Rickey and his family. Love from all the Sanders family as my Mother,s name was Edna Watson.

Brenda Johnson
Little Rock,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Linda, Ricky and Heath,
We are so sorry. I wish their was something we could say or do to take the pain and grief away, but we know we can't. Just know you're all in our thoughts and our prayers.Kaleb will for ever be in our hearts.
We are so blessed to have known him. So many wonderful memories of Kaleb.May God give all of you peace and comfort. Always, Brenda and Shelby.Johnson Melson

Lynn Bradley
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Renell Hargraves-Taylor
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Monday, January 25, 2016

So sorry to hear of your loss, thoughts and prayers to your family,

Becki Bunch
Morrilton,
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Linda, I am so sorry to hear the news of precious Kaleb's death. I've been praying for you. Love, Becki

Sandy Townsend
Clarksville, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Prayers for peace and healing.

Donna Graham
Greentown, IN
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Monday, January 25, 2016

My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers for your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Love, your cousin, Donna

Danny & Linda Kaye Clayborn
Clarksville, AR
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Monday, January 25, 2016

Heaven gained a great angel on Saturday whom we will miss. Kaleb's parents and family will be in my thoughts and prayers.