of Parkin, AR
March 15, 1940 - November 30, 2025
James Louis Counce, 85, of parkin, Arkansas passed away at his home on November 30, 2025. He was born in Selmer, Tennessee on March 15, 1940 to parents Marvin and Oline Counce.
Later in life James moved to Marked Tree, Arkansas whereas fate would have it, one sunny day as he drove down the street at the age 24, he would look over to see a young lady named Veona Keck walking along the sidewalk. He stopped and asked her for a date, but she refused as she kept walking. Only a few days later their paths would cross again and this time she said yes. After only a little over a week and that first date to the drive-in movie show located in Payneway, Arkansas, they were married and embarked upon a 61-year adventure together until God called him home.
James was well known throughout his community for the love and support he showed animals and was a huge supporter of local shelters. During the spring and early summer months, James could be found at his produce stand better known to all in the area as Counce's Corner. He will be missed by many friends and people he may have never even known personally due to his generosity.
James is survived by his loving wife, Veona; two sons, Jamie (Tracy) and Frankie (Jennifer) Counce; two grandsons, Jamie Lee and David Allen Counce; three Great Grandsons, Caleb, Nathan and Raylan Counce and many step grandchildren, Nick, Trace, Jordan, Jackson and Taylor as well as step great grandchildren, Gabriella, Cache, Autumn, Jasper, Delilah, Garrett, Jackson, Ashton, Kaiden, Harland III and Melanie. He is preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, George, Carl and Donald and his sister, Linda Counce Harlow.
Both Visitation and Service will be held at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis with Visitation beginning at 11:00AM and Service at 12:00PM on Friday, December 5, 2025. Burial will take place at 2:00PM at Parkin Cemetery.
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24 Condolence(s)
Harold and Patsy Thompson Wallin
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Veona May, we are so very sorry for your loss. Your house was where I was born and grew up. Mother and Dad, Mr. and Mrs. C.P. Thompson, had twelve children me being the only one born in the house that my dad had built in 1943. Our prayers are with you and your family and only pray that your loss and beliefs will be of shelter to you doing these very sad days ahead. We cherish all the memories and time God gave us with our loved ones and those wonderful years of memories will help you to accept and understand that our time here is so precious. May God bless you and your family.
Ralph Gilbert
Friday, December 5, 2025
so sorrow for the family lost of a good guy
Richard Armstrong
Friday, December 5, 2025
So very sry for the loss
Kali brewer
Friday, December 5, 2025
My condolences for the family and friends everyone loved mr.counce. he will truly be missed
Roger Winkler
Friday, December 5, 2025
So sorry for your loss, I have you and your family in my prayers.
Danny & Susie McLean
Friday, December 5, 2025
So sorry to hear about the death of JL. Our condolences go out to all his family. May God comfort you all.
Vince wheeler
Thursday, December 4, 2025
You will be missed by lots of people rip Vince and brianna
Jennifer Roark
Thursday, December 4, 2025
I really don't know what we're going to do without you Daddy. How do you push through it when you're too weak to even stand I don't want you worry about Mama, we'll take the best care of her for you. Don't worry about Counce Corner Produce, I'll be continuing it for you until I just can't do it anymore. I promised you I would. Pinky promised!! Thanks for all the adventures and long talks. Thanks for filling that void I so needed in my heart, but now there's one twice as big. I miss you so much and I love you ten times the moon. I'll see you soon. I promise ❤️
Chris Mabe
Thursday, December 4, 2025
I have great memories of my time as a child growing up around JL and the whole Counce family. All the Mabes are sending their prayer for you. JL you will be missed.
Max and Judy Baney
Thursday, December 4, 2025
So sorry for your loss
Teresa McCrary
Thursday, December 4, 2025
So sorry to hear about this. He was a nice man enjoyed time with him and his wife at the Jonesboro auctions. Prayers to all his family and friends. Teresa McCrary
Audrey Roberts
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I will miss him selling watermelons every summer.
James Raines
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
I have bought things from him during the passed, and now he is gone, I will still see him under that tree every time I am at Marked Tree, someone else will be there selling produce, but it will always be called Counce's Corner.
Michelle Ford Teague
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
RIP Mr Counce the community will miss seeing u at the Tree 🙏🙏🙏
Danny J ohnson
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Prayers for family you will be missed rip
Kristie Moreow
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Prayers for the family. Going to miss stopping by for a visit when I head to Mark tree.
Darlene McGhee
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
I am really sorry for your loss. My late husband (Billy McGhee) worked with James for many years. I pray for comfort and peace for you all. God bless!
Jaymee Kaye
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
JL you are missed by so many already….ur tree is full of love and support….prayers for the family and all who loved Mr. Counce…..'"
Jessie Smith
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Prayers for the family and friends. I love stopping by just to buy tomatoes and orka.
Shameka Howard
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
You waved every time I passed the tree. Sweet soul!! Best fruit in NEA. You will be missed, rest easy Mr Counce
Brianna Smith
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Uncle JL is clearly missed already I sure will miss seeing him under that tree every time I come into town selling them watermelons and veggies
STEVE GRIFFIN
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
TO FRANKIE, UNCLE DAVID AND ALL THE COUNCE FAMILY WE'RE SO SORRY FOR YA'LL LOSS OF RL, ALL OF THE FAMILY WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS DAILY!
Carla Counce
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
You have always reated me like family no matter the circumstances and for that ill always cherish and love you uncle J.L.Fly High Angel give mamma and daddy a hug for me
Jacquelyn and Billy Parrish
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Condolences to the family!!