of Strawberry, AR
February 15, 1947 - December 27, 2009
Gary Dene West, 62, of Strawberry died Sunday, December 27, 2009 at White River Medical Center in Batesville.
He was born February 15, 1947 in Calamine, Arkansas the son of Dene West and Ruth (Mullen) West.
Gary and Linda Diane Clem were married June 6, 1965 in Strawberry. He retired as an inspector for the Arkansas Highway Department. He enjoyed hunting, trapping and fishing. He always said, "There are no big I's or little you's, they are all the same."
He is survived by his wife, Linda Diane West of Strawberry; one son, Michael West and his wife, Lynette of Concord; daughter, Denna Wheeler and her husband, Kenny of Evening Shade; grandchildren, Brandon and Bryce West of Cave City and Jessica and Cody Wheeler of Evening Shade; brothers, Danny West of Okmulgee, Oklahoma and David West of Sand Springs, Oklahoma; and sisters, Joann Conatser of Truman, Patty Huskey of Saffell, and Helen Lackey of Batesville.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at Roller-Crouch McGee Chapel in Cave City officiated by Leonard Smith and Roger Randolph.
Burial will be in Milligan Campground Cemetery at Strawberry by Roller-Crouch McGee Funeral Home of Cave City.
Pallbearers are Paul Hoggard, George Carter, James Anderson, Ronnie Perkey, Billy Mack, Robbie Mize, James Hoggard and Gene Smith. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Goodwin, Brandon Hoggard, Bryce West, Brandon West, Cody Wheeler, and Jessica Wheeler.
The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at the funeral home.
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16 Condolence(s)
Debbie
Friday, April 9, 2010
Gary Dene,
I miss you terribly. You were more like a brother to me than you ever were a cousin....Things change in our lives so quick. Never in a million years did I ever think I would get a call like I did concerning you. I love you and I miss you.
Jenny, Christian, Anne and Allexxie West
Saturday, January 2, 2010
All, we are so deeply sorry for your loss. If there is anything we can do, please, let us know.
Howard West
Saturday, January 2, 2010
I lost a great cousin and a good friend of the family. He will be missed but I remember the good times and can look back on them. Linda and the rest of the family have our prayers especially during these next few weeks. Love, Howard and family
Stephen Bradley
Saturday, January 2, 2010
I am very sorry to hear of you loss.
Leonard & Anita Frazier
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Sorry for your loss.....
Patti King
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Denna and family I am so sorry to hear about your Dad, I know God will give you strength to get through this difficult time. I wil be remembering you in my thoughts and prayers. With Love, Patti
Cecil and Mary Sue Alls
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Too the family we are very sorry to hear about Gary. I went to school with Joann and Patty at Strawberry and knew all the family including his parents. . I remember Gary as a young boy. We thought a lot of this family. You have our prayers. Cecil and Mary Sue Alls
Larry & Lyda Harris
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
You have our deepest sympathy.
Gail Parr Cottingham
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Linda, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. It has been many years since I have seen you and Gary, I remember him as kind, gentle person. My heart goes out to you on your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you!
Dale & Nina Mobley
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. We will be thinking of you.
I just had a kemo treatment Monday and was told not to be in public for a few days.
Love you all Nina
Marilyn Harris Craig
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Linda and all the family, I send you my deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chris and Debbie Wood
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. In Deepest Sympathy...
Bob Stout
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
To the family, sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob Stout
Patsy Clem Banks
Monday, December 28, 2009
Dearest Linda, I am so sorry. No words can take away the pain you are feeling. All I can say is lean on the Lord and take one day at a time. Know that you are in our prayers,If you need anything just let me know.Love you. Patsy, Harles, Matthew, Laura, Anne Marie, and Nathan.
Gary Clayton
Monday, December 28, 2009
I'm very sorry to here of this
Pam Hays
Monday, December 28, 2009
I worked with Gary several years and the highway department and had alot of respect for him. He was always so nice and respectful.. I am so sorry for your loss.