O.D. (Red) Sisson
of Vilonia, AR
November 19, 1934 - December 4, 2025
O.D. (Red) Sisson of Vilonia, AR entered into the arms of his heavenly father on December 4, 2025 at 91 years old. Red was born on November 19, 1934 to Clarence and Alice Jane Sisson. He is preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Reba Shuemake (Jim), Jana Clements (L.G.) and his brother, Jerry Sisson; his son, Steve Sisson and his daughter-in- law, Debbie Baxter Sisson.
He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Sisson of 72 years; his son, Stan Sisson (Jana) of Vilonia, AR; his grandkids, Jacob McDaniel (Ashlee) of Cabot, AR, Ben Sisson (Melanie) of Vilonia, AR, Blake Sisson (Kori) of Vilonia, AR, Trampas Sisson of Vilonia, AR, Brooks Sisson (Paige) of Conway, AR and Bailey Eller (Nathan) of Paragould, AR. He also has 11 great grandkids who loved him deeply.
Red dedicated his life to hard work, craftsmanship and excellence. He spent many years as a general superintendent before retiring as a Vice President with Nabholz. A highly skilled carpenter, he led the construction of numerous Embassy Suites Hotels across the United States as well as several notable projects for the Vilonia School District, including the Vilonia High School gym and the district's first turf football field.
Red had a passion for El Caminos and antique cars, owning several throughout his life. His greatest pride in recent years was his 1930 Model A. After retirement, he continued to spend countless hours in his shop, where he remained close to the work he loved. He was also an avid Razorback and St. Louis Cardinal fan.
Red was reserved in nature, yet he lived with quiet courage and strong character. He was a man of strong faith and a devoted Christian. He was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Vilonia.
He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew him.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025 starting at 3pm at Vilonia First Baptist Church with a visitation starting one hour prior. Burial will follow at Vilonia Cemetery.
The pallbearers will be: Jacob McDaniel, Ben Sisson, Blake Sisson, Trampas Sisson, Brooks Sisson and Nathan Eller. Honorary pallbearer will be Bailey Eller.
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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
650 Central Landing Blvd.
Conway, AR 72032
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com