of West Memphis, AR
May 7, 1940 - August 28, 2021
Delbert F. Creekmore, 81, of West Memphis, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, August 28 at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
He was born May 7, 1940, in Elaine to Melvin Luster and Zela (Chappell) Creekmore. The family later moved to Hughes where Delbert graduated high school. Delbert was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and served during the Vietnam War as a heavy equipment operator. Delbert started his career working for Simplex in 1966 where he serviced time clocks and later fire alarms. He retired in 2013 after 47 years. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church West Memphis, where he sang in the choir and served as a deacon for 51 years.
Delbert is survived by his wife, Frances Goacher Creekmore, of the home, whom he was married to for 55 years. He is also survived by his children, Steven Creekmore (Debi) of Rogers, Kevin Creekmore (Shaila) of Jonesboro, Arkansas, and Stacy Creekmore Minga (Casey) of Cordova, Tennessee; brothers, Melvin Creekmore (Anna) of Jesup, Preston Creekmore (Velma) of Horn Lake, Mississippi, Walter Creekmore (Judy) of Collierville, Tennessee, and Dean Creekmore (Anne) of Marion, Arkansas; sister-in-law Susan Creekmore of Marion, Arkansas; his grandsons, Samuel and Tyler Creekmore of Jonesboro, Arkansas, and step-grandchildren, Eric Kaufman of Rogers and Sergeant Elizabeth Kaufman currently stationed with the U.S. Army in Germany; and many nieces and nephews. Delbert was proceeded in death by his parents; his twin brother Elbert Ray; and brothers Alfred Creekmore and Richard Creekmore.
Visitation will be held Thursday, September 2, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and funeral services will be held on Friday, September 3 at 10:00 AM. Both will be held in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church of West Memphis, 200 N Missouri St, West Memphis, Arkanas.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to First Baptist Church, 200 N. Missouri St., West Memphis, Arkansas 72301.
So sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.
Ms. Francis. I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Delbert's passing. My heart hurts for you and your family. May God's grace and peace surround you now, and the days ahead. Love/Prayers always..
I am so sorry for your loss
Mrs. Creekmore, I just heard about your loss and so very sorry. I will be praying for you and your family. Keep your faith and cherish the memories you have.
Love, Samantha
Oh Francis I’ve kept up with you and Delbert ever since April, I’m so sorry for your loss but just know he’s happy and rejoicing in the lord and he’s out of all his pain, I pray for comfort and strength to you and your family,and I will always remember him , love you sweet friend.
We are so sorry about the passing of your husband, Delbert. We would like to have been with you at the visitation and funeral but due to the problems of trying to keep away from many people we are staying home and thinking of you. Love, Gary and Eileen Snider
Aunt Francis, Kevin, Steven, Stacy and family, my heart is breaking for you all and prayers of comfort for you all during this difficult time. Uncle Delbert was a kind, loving and special man that will be missed by so many! Wish I could be there with you all but hope you know I am there in thoughts. Hugs and love sent to you all.
Katherine Nelson and family.
Frances, my heart goes out to you and your family at the loss of Delbert. I was so saddened each time you posted about his declining condition and prayed so hard that our Lord would heal him and that he would get to go home. He is home now in a wondrous place, free of all pain and walking in the presence of our Lord and Savior. I pay that God will hold you in His calming arms and give you nothing but peace in your heart.
Dear Frances, and Family,
Our thoughts and Love for you all. .
The Ford Family
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family and you during this difficult time. Your faith in our Lord will see you through this now and later.
My condolences to the family.
Miss Frances I'm so sorry about the passing of Mr Delbert your family is in our thoughts and our prayers we love you both
Grady and I are deeply saddened by the news of your loss. We pray that God will grant you the strength needed to get through this moment in your life. Our most sincere condolences, may our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Prayers for God's strength and knowing that your Delbert is in the presence of our Lord will carry you through your loss. Roddy and Mary Ann
Delbert was the first person I worked with when I started with Simplex. He was a great teacher and life long friend who always had a smile on his face and was ready to help in any way he could. He will be missed but will never be forgot. I will always remember our daily meetings at McDonald's when we would drink our coffee and talk about how our day went and just good conversations about anything. Love you always Delbert we will meet again someday.
Love and prayers for you and your family in this time of sorrow and joy. Sorrow that you will be separated for a while but joy knowing he is safe in the arms of our Lord and Savior.
Margaret
Steve, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Corky and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your beautiful family. We are sending prayers of comfort for you knowing That Delbert is singing in the Heavenly Choir surrounded by Angels. I hope you can fill all the out pouring of love for you and Delbert. Love and big hug sent. Betty and Corky Cary
Richie and I are so sorry for you and your family. We are praying for you and lifting you up. May God give you peace that surpasses all comprehension.
The man God loved. Delbert always took time to speak to me, to hear me and laugh with me. Always a smile, handshake and conversation expressed his love. Many years of faithfulness in service to Gods’ kingdom expresses the love God put in his heart. Occasionally I saw him on the job sites early in my life and was always the same kind, friendly and trusting to me. Our families have served God together for many years what a joy to know Delbert. We shall all see him again as we praise our in Heaven. May God grant the Creekmore family the strength to remember him and await that day in joy till you see him again in heaven!
Mrs. Creekmore, Steven, Kevin, and Stacy
My deepest condolences to you all. I have so many fond memories of Mr. Creekmore growing up across the street from your house. He was kind, honest, and a wonderful person to know. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Patty, Chandler, and Heather
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My deepest sympathy to Frances and the entire family. May God wrap his living arms around you and lift you up and give you the strength you need. My love to you.
Frances and Family,
We are sadden by your loss. Delbert fought a long battle and is now with the Lord in peace. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elena & Tom â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Frances, I am very sorry for your loss. I know you will miss him dearly.
Delbert was a great friend and wonderful co-worker. We spent many great hours together and I will cherish those times. Delbert will be missed. I loved this man. Prayers to the entire family.
Frances, I am so very sorry for your loss. God put you two together, gave you beautiful children, and with Christ leading you have years of precious memories. God is our strength. Love and prayers for you and your family, may you be wrapped in the comfort of God's loving arms. Love you, my dear friend.
Frances, continued prayers and thoughts for all of you. I am so very sorry….
Frances, Nannette and I are so fortunate to get to know you and Delbert better these last 5 yrs. Delbert and I were a good team in choir, I’ve missed talking to him and his friendship since the start of the pandemic. We’re praying for you and love you.
We both have very fond memories of Delbert. He will be missed by so very many. We will continue to pray for you and the family in the days to come. So thankful this separation is temporary!!
Love, Renee, Jim Smith and family
Frances,
We are so sorry about Mr. Delbert. We have been praying for you both since he first went in the hospital. He was a fine Christian man and Dave enjoyed singing in the choir with him years ago. I know he is singing with the Angels now and not in any pain. Just hold on to all those precious memories you have together and all the great trips you have been on since retiring. We will continue to pray for you during the coming days and weeks to follow. Love, The Missmans
Frances, Stacy, and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time and I pray for God’s peace and comfort for you in the days to come. Delbert’s fight to live and his strong, deep faith are examples for us all. May God bless each of you as only He can.
Francis I am so sorry to hear of Mr Delberts passing. Jason and I will have you and the family in our prayers.
Delbert was a cousin of mine. We had so many fun times as children getting together on Sundays at our Grandmother Chappell's house for a lot of good eating, playing, and irritating each other. He was the best; always protecting the girl cousins. He will be missed by so many who loved him., RIP.⤠Kitty Sue
So very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family.
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with your loving family during this most difficult time.
My heartfelt condolences for you and your family. It was a privilege to be a prayer warrior for Delbert and you during his fight. My thoughts will be with you always.
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
My sisters and I met Delbert (and Frances) when I was 12. He and Frances were so kind. We have been praying for him and his family and hope some peace will come in this sad time.
Truly sorry for your loss...prayers to the family
Stacey , prayers for you and the family..God is able to comfort..Todd..
Praying for you and your family. Delbert was a dear sweet man, and I know you all will miss him very much.
What a prince of a man, Delbert was! Always there for the other person, a wonderful husband to Frances, and an exemplary individual who served our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ.
Yes, Delbert will be greatly missed by members of First Baptist Church- West Memphis, Arkansas 72301.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts a d prayers are with you and your family.
Mrs. Creekmore/Frances,
You and Delbert have been in my daily prayers since this all started in April. Prayers will continue for you and your family throughout the coming days, weeks and months ahead. You both showed us all how strong your Faith in God is, no matter how stressful the day was over these past five months. Hold tight to your precious memories with Delbert; y'all sure have many great ones to reflect on! Praying for God's comfort and peace for you and all the family.
Love you,
Jane
Condolences to Delbert’s family.
Such a solid, wise, wonderful Christian man. He will be greatly missed. We are praying for the Creekmore family, both now and the days to come. All our love, Keith and Margie Dailey
Our sincere thoughts and prayers to you and your family now and in the days ahead.
Sherri and I are sad to hear about Mr. Creekmore. We will keep the Creekmore family in our prayers. Respectfully, Andy and Sherri Luttrell.
Frances, my love and prayers go out to you and your family. Having been where you are now, I can tell you that your faith in God and the love and support of your family and friends will see you thru this time of sorrow. Delbert was a wonderful Christian man and is now with our heavenly father.
Dear Frances,
I first met Delbert in the mid sixties when he would come and work on our time clocks at Earle Industries in Earle, AR. He was a very nice man. A period of years passed by that I did not come in contact with him. Then, in 2009, Sylvetta and I left the Nazarene Church and joined First Baptist Church. The first Sunday we attended, I looked in the Choir Loft and and saw this man standing on the back row and I thought to myself "I know that Man". I became reacquainted with Delbert and over the past several years we had many great conversations. I am going to miss him very much. May God Bless you and your family as you go through this very difficult time. I will be praying for you.
God Bless!!
James Young
Our thoughts and prayers are with your and your family.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family Ms Francis… so sorry this had to be so long and eventful. God has him now and he is at peace! Prayers for comfort and healing in Jesus name. AmenðŸ™