of Flippin, AR
October 10, 1930 - November 8, 2020
Nemo Tilley, 90, of Flippin Arkansas passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020 in Flippin surrounded by his family. He was born October 10, 1930 in Rea Valley Arkansas to Jack and Mirla (Vickers) Tilley. He married Anna Sue Merchant, May 10, 1952.
Nemo loved teaching his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren the things he loved; hunting, fishing, carpentry, people watching, cooking, spending time with and taking care of family. You always knew if Nemo liked you when he gave you your nickname.
Nemo worked as a carpenter and in construction. Just look around the area and you will see his work as homes, restaurants, hotels, collages or a water treatment plant.
Nemo is survived by a son; Kenneth (Natalie) of Nixa Missouri; two daughters: Joann Perry of Flippin, Arkansas; and Glenda Huckabee of Gassville, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Anna Sue Tilley, his son Robert Tilley, brothers Wilburn and Elmo Tilley, sisters Lorene Hall, Reola Arms and Joyce Ringwald.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 11, from 3:00 - 7:00 pm at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.
Funeral service for Mr. Tilley will be Thursday, November 12 at 2:00 pm at the Hurst Cemetery in Flippin, Arkansas with Brother Gary Wise officiating.
Donations may be made to the Hurst Cemetery
Hurst Cemetery
C/O Michael Teterick
P.O. Box 1648
Flippin, AR 72634
Because of our concern for our community and the families we serve, we at Roller-Burns Funeral Home are encouraging families to practice social distancing at graveside and outdoor services in accordance with Covid19 protocol and guidelines.
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10 Condolence(s)
Diane Archer
Thursday, November 12, 2020
Sorry for your loss
Prayers
Sherry Tilley
Thursday, November 12, 2020
So sorry to hear about Nemo. He and O. D. used to have some really good visits. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Sherry (O. D.) Tilley
Lou Annis Kelley
Thursday, November 12, 2020
My heartfelt sympathy.
Brenda Callantine
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
He was such a good man. Prayers for the family and good friends.
Robert and Deborah Benedict
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Sorry for your loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Dupree
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Joann, Glenda & Kenneth I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss him and the catfish dinners we all enjoyed when we visited. Our prayers are with you all.
Linda Sherman Carter
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Glenda,
I’m so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Linda Sherman Carter
Rosalee Wade
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Condolences to the entire Tilley family.
Darlene Woods
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
So sad. I loved his smile and to be teased by him.
He is loved and will be missed. Love you all. Hope to come asap.
Becky Stonecipher
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Kenneth, Joann, Glenda so very sorry for your loss..
Praying for you all, may God surround you each with His peace and comfort.