of Marshall, AR

October 4, 1950 - November 25, 2023

Claude Lee Mize, age 73, of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Saturday, November 25th, 2023 at his home in Marshall, Arkansas. He was born in Marshall, Arkansas on October 4th, 1950 to Justice Lafayette Mize and Edna Frances Cotton Mize. He married Loretta Jones in December of 1973 and to this union were welcomed two children, Kristy Lee and Heath Devoe. They were married for 48 years before Loretta went to be with the Lord in January of 2022.

Claude was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. He worked as a drywall hanger and finisher for most of his career. He also worked as a guide on the Buffalo and in his later years drove for Medicaid transport. He was most happy to be driving and taking road trips. Claude was blessed to travel throughout most of the United States during his career. He was a talented musician and singer with the ability to play many instruments, such as the piano, guitar and harmonica.

Survivors include his twin sister, Maudie Douthit of Mabelvale; brothers, Jim Mize (Karen) of Belton, MO and Ronald Mize of Marshall; sister-in-law, Alicia Mize of Marshall; children, Kristy Lee Morrison (Shane) of Marshall and Heath D. Mize (Amber), also of Marshall; grandchildren, Emily Brown (Justin) of Marshall, Justus Morrison (Halee Moore) of Leslie and Hailynn Harcrow (Trystan) of Marshall; great-grandchildren, Kaison, Emery, Ada Mae, Byntleigh, Tryvyny, Aiden, Ryder and Harleigh; and a host of nieces, nephews, their spouses and children. He will also be missed tremendously by his family, many friends and neighbors.

Claude is preceded in death by his parents, Justice and Edna Mize; his wife, Loretta Jones Mize; brother, Donald Gene Mize; and brother-in-law, Wayne Douthit.

Funeral services for Claude will be 11:00 AM Friday, December 1st, 2023 at Roller-Coffman Chapel with Bro. James Mize and Bro. Marlon Douthit officiating. Burial will be in McDaniel Cemetery near Snowball, Arkansas where Claude will be laid to rest beside his wife, Loretta. Bearers will be Bryon Kelley, Kenny Douthit, Michael Douthit, Justus Morrison, Kaison Brown and Justin Brown. Honorary bearers will be Ronald Mize, Shane Morrison, Paul Loggins and Johnny Graham. At the family's request in lieu of flowers please consider a monetary donation to Claude's funeral expense.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Coffman Funeral Home
923 Highway 65 North
Marshall, AR  72650
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com