of Bono, AR
March 13, 1930 - January 16, 2022
Shelley Oakes, 91, of Bono, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022, at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born March 13, 1930, in Hicoria, Arkansas to Douglas and Laura Oakes. Shelley was retired from the US Army having served from 1948-1968. After retiring from the Army, he went to work for CWL until his retirement there. He enjoyed gardening, raising chickens and his dogs, and doing handiwork.
Shelley was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years, Dolly Gertrude Oakes; parents; daughter, Debbie Martinez; and brother, Carl Oakes.
He is survived by his sons, Carlos (Pam) Oakes, Douglas (Tonda) Oakes, and Chris (April) Oakes; daughter, Shelley (Mark) South; grandchildren, Deva Martinez, Robert Martinez, Rachel Breitweiser, Hannah Phiser, Jedidiah Lamberth, Eric South, Amber Jones, Stephen Oakes, Zach Oakes, Karson Oakes and Ashton Oakes; and great grandchildren, Madison and Olivia, Oakes, Everly and Sawyer, Sloan, Jedidiah, and Jonah, Hayleigh Lyn and Emma.
Funeral Services will be 11:00 am, Thursday at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 W. Washington Ave., Jonesboro, AR. With Ben Pruitt officiating. Visitation will precede the service from 10:00-11:00 am.
Burial will follow at Philadelphia Cemetery.
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9 Condolence(s)
Jerry townsandj
Thursday, January 20, 2022
You wil be missed greatly sir.
Patricia Wessell
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
To my nephews and neice so sorry to hear about the passing over of your dad.
Although I want be able to attend the services due to being in quarantine until next week; my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. If there is anything you need please don't hesitate to call me. I'm on facebook so please stay in touch. I really do care â¤
Chasity wessell johnson
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Uncle Shelly was a very special man. He always had a kind word and a smile for almost all the times I ever saw him . He truly went out of his way to attend all the family moments even thou, it was through his marriage to our aunt , he carried on her family and made a effort to show up and shared pictures and memories with us all. So a shout out a man that has truly been a blessing to our family. We will see you and aunt gertie soon. My thoughts and prayers for our family and to the children, grands, and great grands I'm sorry for you all loss. May we all reunite in heaven. Love each of you, your cousin chasity. Ps I'm on Facebook if u wanna reach out chasity wessell johnson
Lonnie Holloway
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Stephen Oakes
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
This man is the main reason that my father is as good of a person as he is and the the source of most of the best parts of me. He constantly made the world a better place through his actions. He was one of the hardest working humans that has ever lived. I wish dearly I would have spent more time with you. The last thing he said to me was the same thing he always said "Well there's Stephen!" I didn't know it would be the last time I would talk to you, because you were always so strong and able to conquer everything and it happened so fast, seemingly out of nowhere. I'm glad grandpa didn't suffer, but I am still so saddened with this loss. Grandpa is the closest person to me that has passed. He was a good man with quick wit and a confident attitude. Men are not made like him anymore.
Doug & Susan Tacker
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Prayers for comfort for Mr. Oakes’ family. We’re sorry for his family’s loss.
Doug Oakes
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
I will truly miss my dad the pain is almost overwhelming. He was such a large part of my life and now their is a giant whole that will never be filled. I would like to thank everyone for all of the love , prayers and support that you have shown I don't think I would have made it without you.
Dear Dad I will always miss you your son Douglas Earl Oakes
Tonda Oakes
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
I will miss you so much! You are part of my heart!
Jim Stark
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Doug, I’m so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Please accept my condolences on behalf of you and the family.