Jessie Misskelley, Sr.

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of Marion, AR

September 5, 1938 - February 21, 2021

Jessie Loyd Misskelley,Sr.: 82, of Marion, Arkansas, passed away on February 21, 2021 at his home.
He was preceded in death by his spouse, Kathy Bartoush; his daughter, Loretta Townsend; and his parents and other siblings.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Jessie Lee Misskelley Jr., Michael Ellis, Keith Ellis, Jeff Looney, and Doyle Misskelley; his daughters, Ellen Darlene Price, Misty Looney, Christy Reaves, Lisa Cissel and Dena Ellis; as well as a host of grandchildren.
He was considered by his family and many in the community as a good man and a blessing to all who knew him.
A private graveside service will be held at Crittenden Memorial Park.

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Michelle Dickson
MEMPHIS, TN
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Monday, March 25, 2024

I want to send sincere condolences to a wonderful man who never gave up on his son. I hate to learn that he's gone, but I know he left a mark on his family as well as all of us who always knew the truth. Rest easy Mr Miskelley.

Morris, Linda,and Abbey Webb
Goodlettsville, TN
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Saturday, May 20, 2023

We are so sorry for your loss and send best wishes to all the family. Jessie seems to have been a very caring man. Love to all. The Webb family.

Otis Antoine III
Richmond, VA
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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

R.I.P

Vaden Chandler
Amarillo, TX
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Friday, August 12, 2022

Mr. Misskelley, you were a good man and you never wavered in your belief in your son's innocence. I am glad that you lived to see the day that he was released and I know you are in a better place now.

Julie
Guyton, GA
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Friday, June 24, 2022

I just came across this obituary about a man who knew how to be a dad. While I don't know you, watching you support and stand up for your son was inspiring. I am so grateful that you were able to spend your final years with Jessie Jr home at last.

Pauline mccabe
Dundee,
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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

May you rest in peace, love to all the family x

Amanda Roberts
Marion, AR
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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

Jesse sr you always where kind sweet and funny you always knew how to put a smile on every ones faces especially on mind I miss you and your silly jokes you were always a good hearted person who loved his kids and his family and friends you touched everyones hearts who knew you like my self even ones that didn't know you.... You are loved and missed alway and forever

May you RIP..

LOVE ALWAYS:

YOUR SON JESSE MISKELLYS AND LISAS CISSELLS BEST FRIEND AMANDA ROBERTS

Yari flores
bronx, NY
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Friday, June 10, 2022

Jessie Misskelley Sr. I never met him, but from what I saw on tv, he seemed like such a sweet and caring person. I wanted so much to meet him and give him a hug. May he rest in eternal peace. God bless all his family and friends.

Christopher Michael Rybak
Auburn, WA
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Monday, May 16, 2022

God rest his soul. Personally did not know this man. Saw that he was a good caring father to his son. Also believe that his after life will be beautifully peaceful. " In the name of the father, the son, and the holy ghost".Amen.

Carrieanne Walker
Tucson, AZ
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Friday, May 6, 2022

I am just so incredibly sorry for your loss.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Serena Bryant
Tuscaloosa, AL
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Saturday, April 2, 2022

So very sorry for your loss may God bless you and your family R.I.P🙏🏾❤

Ever
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Sunday, November 21, 2021

Rest In Peace

Lance Webb
Iberia, OH
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Tuesday, September 14, 2021

I just wanted to say since i was younger back in the 90.s watching the trial and then the movie. This man right here i could just tell was a good guy. A man you could tell loved his kids and was smart always knew he was innocent. And he always stood up for him. You could tell he was no push over! Im sure he was a good mechanic you can just tell hard to explain. Reminds me of my old man a lot. Im sure he would help anyone and give the shirt off his back if needed. Again i never met him but can tell a lot about him from the movie. Good guy! Rest in pice! And family sorry for your loss your friend from ohio.

Tree Arkley
Juneau, AK
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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Without exaggeration, with heartfelt sincerity, one of the world's few lights has been extinguished & humanity - especially in the vicinity of Jessie's community & its environs - will be too much poorer now.
Man cannot exercise greater loving roles than that of son, brother, partner & above all Father. Jessie was an exemplary. For in each, not only the best but the model of altruism.
Jessie will be sorely missed forevermore.

'The comfort of your love takes away my fear. I’ll never be lonely, for you are near.' Psalm 23:4

Sandra Ilsley
Bigelow, AR
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Wednesday, March 3, 2021

I met Jessie when Jessie jr was a baby, He was a kind man loved his kids and friends. Sorry for you loss Jessie. Sandra

Michelle Wood
Marked Tree, AR
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Thursday, February 25, 2021

RIP Jessie you will be truly missed I remember growing up with you and little Jessie you always had a smile on your face and a joke to tell you was always there for me when I was a kid and always was until I moved away I loved you so much and still do you was always my Uncle Jessie well uncle fly high keep smiling you will always be in my heart

Lynette Hatch
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Wednesday, February 24, 2021

such saddening news such a wonderful caring man RIP may the angels be with you and guide you through your journey in the next life

Allen Mathis
Marion, AR
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Wednesday, February 24, 2021

I'm saddened to hear about the passing of a genuine and kind soul. Jesse Sr was a huge part of my life growing up. He always threw the best cookouts and was well-loved by those around him. My prayers go out to his son Jesse Jr and the rest of the family. Heaven gained a new angel.

Lora Renea Hutchison
Clarksville, AR
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Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Jessie Jr
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing 😞 Mr Jessie Sr was a very kind man. He would help anyone as long as he was able 😞 He will truly be missed by many 😞 Thank you Mr Jessie Sr for all you have done for me and mine 😞 You were a very good friend to me and my family 😞 Until we meant RIP my kind friend 🖤🖤🖤
Renea and Joe
Hutchison
P.S. sending many prayers for peace and comfort 🖤🖤🖤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

T.
Memphis, TN
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Monday, February 22, 2021

God bless. RIp.

Gloria Armstrong
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, February 22, 2021

Jesse was always kind and respectful .. the best mechanic in the country. We were neighbors over 20 years, he had my back. RIP my friend