of Harrison, AR
April 15, 1939 - December 7, 2021
Wallace Waters, age 82, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021, in Springfield, Missouri. He was born April 15, 1939, in Parthenon, Arkansas, to Roy and Eileen (Henderson) Waters. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 48 years, Billie Lee Waters, and an infant brother, Roger Waters.
Wallace was an industrious man who was blessed with many talents. He sold newspapers and garden seeds by the age of 8 and traveled with his family to the West throughout his youth to pick seasonal crops. From these humble beginnings, he became an entrepreneur who owned and managed rental properties, bought and worked farmland, and operated Waters Floor Covering with his wife Billie for forty years. Not only did Wallace love working, but also he had a passion for writing and playing music. His band, Wallace Waters and the Water Boys, was a local favorite for many years. Because of his successful songwriting and recording, he and his band were elected to the Rockabilly Hall of Fame.
Wallace's greatest joy was his family. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. A man of integrity, he led by example, providing love, patience, and encouragement whenever needed.
He is survived by his wife, Rita Waters, of Harrison; his sons, Kevin (Laura) of Harrison and Kirk (Pam) of Harrison; his daughter, Kim Waters, of Fayetteville; his brothers, Freddie (Bessie) Waters of Harrison and Teddy (Wilma) Waters of Wayton; seven grandchildren, Ashley Waters, Chelsea Covan, Chance Covan, Curtis (Ashley) Waters, Nate Waters, Jacob (Leighton) Waters, and Seth Waters; three great-grandchildren, Kinley McGarrah, Tate McGarrah, and Harper Waters; and many other special family and friends.
"A song may outlive all sermons in the memory."
Visitation was Friday, December 10, 2021, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home Chapel.
The funeral service was Saturday, December 11, 2021, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Lonnie Burks officiating.
Burial was at Maple Leaf Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Chance Covan, Curtis Waters, Nate Waters, Jacob Waters, Seth Waters, and Tate McGarrah.
Honorary pallbearers were Ashley Waters, Chelsea Covan, Kinley McGarrah, and Harper Waters.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital at www.archildrens.org/giving.
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11 Condolence(s)
Lloyd monday
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Sorry to hear about your loss praying for your family Kirk an Pam Wallace was a good friend an still is to many people
Charlinda Reeves
Friday, December 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dana Bottini & Barbara Ann Murray
Friday, December 10, 2021
Our sincere condolences to the family. Peace be with you all.
Juanita Keymer
Friday, December 10, 2021
So sorry to hear about Wallace passing. always a nice kind person to all. Praying for you all. Love to all.
Kathy Parker
Friday, December 10, 2021
So sorry Rita and family. Wallace passed one month after Sonny. They were friends way back when . May God give you strength and much love.
Jay and Betty Boaz
Friday, December 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Wallace will be missed by so many
Jan Larson
Friday, December 10, 2021
I went to school with Wallace—-he was always a kind, friendly kid..a nice guy. He , like all of us came from humble beginnings. What a success story he is…talented, hardworking, smart, and most importantly, he was known as a “good manâ€. He did Newton County proud. Condolences and prayers to his family.
Bonnie Brasel
Thursday, December 9, 2021
I knew Wallace back when he played music around Jasper and even at Rock Away Beach. He was always nice. Prayers for your family. Bonnie Brasel
Jeannie Maples
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Dear Kim, Rita and family,
Lex & I send our love and prayers for all of you. Wallace was a kind and gentle gentleman. I know how much you will miss him. May you memories bring you comfort.
Lex & Jeannie Maples
Dee Ann Cole
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Kim, Kirk, Kevin and family,
I'm saddened to read of your loss. I thought your Dad was such a nice person and he definitely, along with your Mom, raised some awesome children! My thoughts and prayers for all.
Rick and Becky Anderson
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Kirk and all the family, our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all. Kirk you have been like family to us and our hearts are with you all.
Many years.ago Wallace and the Water Boys were the entertainment for our Levi Christmas parties and the whole factory was excited and looked forward to their music.
May God bless all of you in the difficult days ahead.