of St. James, AR
January 17, 1947 - January 29, 2022
Dwight Nelson Ford, 75, of St. James passed away January 29, 2022.
He was born January 17, 1947 in Batesville, Arkansas to Nelson Acree Ford and Geneva Eloise (Campbell) Ford.
Dwight was a hardworking man and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force who loved motorcycles, horses, and farming.
Survivors include his wife, Ana (Gonzalez) Ford; one son, Dwight Evans Ford of Charlotte; two daughters, Denise Franks of Marcella, and Laura Beth Ford Sandy of Batesville; three step-sons, Jason Mohlke of Melbourne, Jeremy Mohlke of Axtell, Texas, and Jeff Mohlke of St. James; one step-daughter, Racheal Johnson of Melbourne; twenty grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren with two on the way.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers are Jacob Cook, Brandon Cook, Jimmie Franks, Ethan Mohlke, Noah Johnson, and Eli Johnson. Honorary pallbearers are Dwight Evans Ford, Jeff Mohlke, and Jason Mohlke.
Graveside services will be Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at 10:00am at St. James Cemetery in St. James, Arkansas with Gary Don Fletcher officiating.
Visitation will be Tuesday, February 1, 2022 from 5:00pm until 7:00pm at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville.
Memorials may be made to St. James Cemetery, 4824 Lindsey Hill Rd., Mountain View, AR., 72560.
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29 Condolence(s)
Janie wagoner
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Hi Ana, so sorry for your loss, stay strong Ana there are many more chapters in your book of life always welcome in Arizona
Carla Scheffler
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Pops, where do I even begin… you were such a wonderful man, friend, step dad, dad, grandpa, great grandpa, and uncle ….I was very blessed and had the privilege to have you in my life for the past 5 years💔â¤ï¸ðŸ˜¢ðŸ˜ you and I have had many talks, and well I’ve recieved many lectures and have also been scolded at times by you , (by the way….yes I deserved the scoldings) 🤷ðŸ»â€â™€ï¸ But I have also received some very good and wise advice from you poppa…I remember the night , wasn’t long ago, you and I were sitting on yours and mommas porch talking and you gave me a hug, and said to meâ€Carla, I want you to know something sis, I want you to know that Ana and I both love you just like one of our own children, you are a daughter to us in our eyes, don’t ever forget that no matter what happens ok…â€ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ poppa I love you so so much and I have so much respect and admiration for you. I truly cannot express the amount of love and respect I hold for you within my heart. Poppa I hope and pray that you are up there in heaven, having the time of your life…we all know that you are watching over all of us down here . We feel your presence daily. And poppa, don’t worry about momma ok Jeff and I are taking good care of mom. She’s still struggling with the loss of you very very badly….but I want you to know that she’s gonna be ok. I promise. Poppa mom loved and still loves you so so so much! (But you already know that huh!!) it’s hard for me, Jeff and momma because we just miss you so much and we would give anything to just have you back at home with us again(yes, we are selfish like that pops) but at the same time we are truly at peace with your passing simply because we know that your in heaven with the lord and feeling so great now. It just seems so empty around the farm without our pops here. 😢💔 RIP POPPA. We all love you so very much and miss you so very much.
Love always,
Your DAUGHTER,
â¤ï¸Carla Joann Scheffler â¤ï¸
Becky & Rick True
Thursday, February 10, 2022
We were sorry to hear about the loss of Dwight. He was a great cousin and we always loved our visits with him and his family. We are going to miss his phone calls. Ana we send our love and prayers for you and the family. May God bless you with wonderful memories.
Susan Gann
Monday, February 7, 2022
Ana and Family, I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Sue Gann
Susan Gann
Monday, February 7, 2022
Ana and Family, I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Sue Gann
Leslie Salorio
Thursday, February 3, 2022
I'm sending my deepest apologies and love to the Ford family that I have known since I was a little girl. Dwight was like an uncle to me. He was loved by many, he was a hard working man. He will be missed. Much love to the Ford family.
Jacqui McSpadden
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Dwight,
Scott and I send our condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort and peace in your memories.
Scott and Jacqui McSpadden
David Hay
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
I guess in a way, I knew Dwight for 70 years.
You don't replace family that has been there your whole life.
His passing brings to mind his grandparents and parents.
....Life can be sad and cruel but the good times and memories can be beautiful.
....Praise the name of Jesus for making our future even better than the best days here
Mandy West Richardson
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
May the Lord comfort and console you all during your grief. Dwight was a great man, and a true friend to my folks. I sure hope he and daddy are sitting on a bench in heaven swapping stories. I can remember him floating watermelons across the creek when it flooded for us kids and riding me in the parade on one of his huge horses. Lots of wonderful memories.
God bless all of the family during this great time of loss.
Much love,
Mandy West Richardson
Dennis Broadwater
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Deepest sympathy for your loss.
Lupe Gonzalez
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
I’m so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies for you and the family, my prayers and thoughts will be with you during this difficult time, may Dwight Rest In Peace ðŸ™ðŸ¼
Love you Sis,
Lupe and Hector Gonzalez
Ana ford
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Thank you all for the beautiful messages we love so much he was truly one of a kind he was heaven sent and now he's an angel, he was smart, caring, thoughtful, loving,he loved his family ,all the kids children, grandchildren great grandchildren. So again Thank you all for the beautiful comments
Robert and Erica Shelton
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Dwight was one of a kind, He will be greatly missed. Thank you for your hospitality! Every time I decided to drive 1,720 miles to visit "my" pond and do some fishin' unannounced, I knew I'd be greeted with open arms and your smile. I sure will miss our back and forth over your Dodge truck and it's reliability. It has been my pleasure and an honor to call you family! Rest in paradise uncle. Until next time, Love you.
Becky Jiles
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Laura and Dwight, I am very sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Becky and Kelli
Debbie Nast
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Dwight & Laura Beth, I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for both of you.
Renee Rutherford
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. You and family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You. Psalms 46:1
Marie Pickett
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Anna,
My prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. ðŸ™ðŸ»
God bless you all.
Marie
Racheal Johnson
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
We miss and love you so much! Thank you so much for being the best husband and best friend to my mom, to being a stepdad and loving us kids for 18 years, and loving your step grandchildren as if they were your own. God placed you in our lives and we are forever grateful. A great man was laid to rest, but I know you’re celebrating in Heaven.
Jamie Hammer
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
Marcia Pool
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Laura’s, It makes me so sad to see this. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and those who loved him.
Tammy Milburn
Monday, January 31, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers and thoughts. Love you all
Jackie Hall
Monday, January 31, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and peace as you go through the grieving of the loss of Dwight
Brenda Aydelotte
Monday, January 31, 2022
Dwight & Laura Beth,
I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. Y’all are in my thoughts and prayers. Love y’all.
Brenda
Melody Griffis
Monday, January 31, 2022
Bobby Milligan
Monday, January 31, 2022
Rest In Peace friend and the good Lord wrap your family in his arms and give them peace
Bob Reynolds
Monday, January 31, 2022
A great man, A true one of a kind
Judy Winningham Swaim
Monday, January 31, 2022
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers for family and friends
Howard and Tanyua Davis
Monday, January 31, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Our Prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Alan Vickery
Monday, January 31, 2022
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery