of Harrison, AR
July 18, 1942 - April 3, 2021
Darrell Eugene "Jug" Chadwick's countdown on this earth timed out on 4/3/21. An avid area basketball fan, he left the stands for a Heavenly court doing some of his favorite things with his granddaughter Chelesea. Darrell was born on July 18, 1942, in Oxley, Arkansas the oldest son of Erma Chadwick. He was raised in Oxley by his maternal grandparents Ab and Floy Chadwick. Darrell spent 15 years of his life with his love and best friend Lana Switzer until her death in 2012.
Darrell's career path started off as a Cisco gas station attendant. He then found his way to work at Arkansas Western Gas Company, where he walked many miles. He finished his career and retired as a well-respected civil service worker at the Army Reserve Center in Harrison. Throughout the years Darrell claimed the title of champion "JIG" dancer at the annual Leslie Homecoming celebration numerous times. Besides dancing and listening to music, he was a jokester always teasing and pulling one's leg. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and even strangers as he never met one. He was a member of the Mountain Springs Full Gospel Church, where he found his love for God and gained new family members.
Darrell is survived by his son Tony Chadwick of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and three daughters Angela Olsen and Amanda (Rob) Slape of Harrison and Aimee (Daniel) Farley of Bee Branch, Arkansas; three granddaughters and two grandsons: Chelesea (Josh) Chadwick and Dustin (Skylar) Chadwick of Tulsa, Jacob and Hannah Farley of Bee Branch, and Payce Slape of Harrison; one daughter-in-law, Partresia "Chunky" Chadwick of Tulsa; three brothers: Roger Chapman, David Chapman, Allen Zan Chapman of Oxley; three sisters: Mitzi (Scott) Morton of Arizona, Mary Green of Ozark, and Elaine (Tim) Metcalf of Kansas City. He had numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was cared for by many friends and family along with Linda Ditterline, Glenda Fitzhugh, and especially his loving neighbor and friend, Lora Crow.
Visitation will be held at Roller Christenson Funeral Home in Harrison on Thursday, April 8th from 6-8 PM.
A graveside service will be held at Kuykendall Cemetery in Leslie on April 9th at 2 PM.
A celebration of life will follow the service in "The Barn" on the family homestead where Darrell was born in Oxley. The service will be officiated by Pastor Justin and Trent Villines of Mountain Springs Full Gospel Church.
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6 Condolence(s)
Alona Alexander
Friday, April 9, 2021
Oh my. Such fond memories of being a fellow Reservist with Jug in the 70's. Wherever he was, life was always more interesting. Peace to you, Brother, and to your family during this most difficult time.
Larry & Marietta George
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Darrel was a life long friend, he will be missed by all.
John and Barbara Johnson
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Friends for nearly 49 years and no one could have a better friend than Darrell. A lot of fun over the years and a whole lot of wonderful memories. We will certainly miss you.
Josephine Dodd - Sue Dodd Moll
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
We lost a great man 🥲. Darrell was so willing to help out when he was needed. He brought so much happiness to my daughter “Lana†. I will always be grateful and treasure my memories of Darrell. Love â¤ï¸ Josie
Russell French
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
I first met Darrell at the Reserve center in 1976. I didn't know what to think about him at that time, but
after annual training at Fort Hood that year, I knew then I'd found a friend for life. Darrell and I spent
a lot of time together working at the Reserve Center. Darrell taught me a lot about being a supply sergeant and being a friend to the soldiers in the unit. I have so many memories of "Wicker" it would take me days to recount all the things we would do at annual training. He never did learn how to put up camo net. (that's a inside joke.)
Lon E Cockman
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Darrell was a good friend he was all ways willing to help if he could .I work with Darrell at the Army Reserve Center for all most three years .I have know Darrell for over 30 years. He would help any Soler if they had any problem .Darrell will be Missed.