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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11 Condolence(s)
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!!