of Batesville, AR
February 20, 1930 - February 6, 2022
James O. Killian, 91, of Batesville passed away February 6, 2022.
He was born February 20, 1930 in Guion, Arkansas to Otis Allen Killian and Ester Sally (Fulbright) Killian.
James loved his family, was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, a Mason, and an active member of the Wilson Creek Hunting Club.
Survivors include one son, Rob Crafford (Andre) of Collierville, Tennessee; one daughter, Tanya Malcolm of Conway, Arkansas; one brother, Jerry Killian (Maxine) of Batesville, Arkansas; one sister, Ruth Stroud of Batesville, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Clifford James Crafford, Jessica Haynes, and Callie Lambert; one niece, Sheila Killian, and one nephew, Michael Stroud.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Joyce Killian.
Pallbearers are Jerry Killian, Rob Crafford, C.J. Crafford, K.W. Collie, Ron Davis, and Jake Moser. Honorary pallbearers are the members of the Wilson Creek Hunting Club.
Funeral services will be Thursday, February 10, 2022 at the Roller-Crouch Chapel in Batesville at 11:00am with Carl Blankenship officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
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14 Condolence(s)
Glenda Collins
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Jim and I were friends for several years he was a good person I am sorry for your loss
Sheree collie
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Jerry,am so sorry to hear about James. Prayers for you and your family
Marilyn Diemer Earnheart
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
I am so sad to learn about James. He was a good man....always pleasant & kind. My thoughts & prayers are with each of you today & in the days to come.
In His love....
Lisa A Johnson
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Praying for peace and comfort for the family during this difficult time. I met James in Woodcrest Assisted Living. He would call me Leesee, he has been the only one in my lifetime to call me that. He had a wonderful sense of humor. Some of the residents and him would get together and have pizza and some adult beverages. Heaven has gained another angel Fly high and rest in love.
Sue Rogers Forbes
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
My sympathy to the family.
Cindy Nelson
Monday, February 7, 2022
Bill and I are so very sorry for your loss. James was a good man.
Boyce and Linda Sheffield
Monday, February 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all during this time.
Margaret Whybrew Marshall
Monday, February 7, 2022
I have known and loved Mr. Jim for over 25 years. His wife was my auntie’s (Norma Miller) best friend. He always made me laugh, and had a beautiful heart and soul. God bless all of you and bring you peace.
Kathy Roberts
Monday, February 7, 2022
I’m so very sorry for your loss, we’ve known him most of my life here in Guion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you allðŸ™ðŸ’ðŸ’
Tommy and Glenna Weatherford
Monday, February 7, 2022
Prayers for comfort
Holly and Joe Cooper
Monday, February 7, 2022
Sorry for your loss! Prayers from Joe and Holly Cooper
Tommy and Glenna Weatherford
Monday, February 7, 2022
So sorry...prayers for comfort
I worked with him several years at Silica Products
Judy Qualls
Monday, February 7, 2022
So sorry, prayers for all the family.ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»
Alan Vickery
Monday, February 7, 2022
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery