of Clinton, AR
July 12, 1938 - December 5, 2025
Marvin Chastine ''Chet'' Bramlett, 87, of Clinton, Arkansas passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025. He succumbed to multiple health issues after a brief stay in the hospital. Chet was born on July 12, 1938 in the Plant Community on Highway 110 between Botkinburg and Shirley, Arkansas. His parents were the late James ''Monroe'' and Floy (Lay) Bramlett. Chet was one of twelve children, eighth in birth order. He attended school as a boy in the Plant area until the 8th grade. In his twenties, he earned his high school GED.
Chet married Helen Maxine Harper on August 3, 1958. Together, they were married for 65 years and raised six children. He supported his family over the years by working as a logger, cattle farmer and dozer operator. He was a hard worker and did not complain about life's challenges. Along with his wife, he helped his children flourish to achieve their hopes and dreams. In retirement, he helped to build the home his wife had always wanted.
Chet was known for his love of music. He loved playing his guitar and singing both gospel and country songs. Throughout his adult years on many weekends, he would gather with his siblings and brother-in-law, Carlisle Ramey for family musicals. He was often asked to attend local church or social gatherings as well as many funerals to play his guitar and sing. Chet attended church at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church where he proudly served as their song leader for several years.
Chet was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting and fishing. From the 1970's through early 2000, he was known for his Treeing Walker coon dogs and their championships all over the state of Arkansas. He often traveled to surrounding states for his dogs to compete in bigger hunts. His crowning moments were being recognized as a Little World Coon Hunt Champion as well as an Arkansas State Champion. While chasing his hopes of bagging a big buck, he spent his last few days on this earth doing something that he loved.
Chet was a competitive sportsman. He was very athletic and loved all type of competition that his family would engage him. He lived for the annual family Christmas Hillbilly golf tournament. He didn't care who showed up to play, he was going to win. He played his favorite indoor game of Mexican Dominoes with no mercy for the ones playing with him! Chet often rounded up several of his family members to go play golf at a local course. Chet loved his Arkansas Razorbacks above all other teams, college or professional. It did not matter the season, he would watch or listen to the games on the TV or radio. He could recall so much detail about the games, key players and coaching staff when talking to you.
Along with this ability to recall, Chet had a sense of humor and was a great story teller. He could entertain you for hours with stories from his youth or coon hunts that left you either laughing or shaking your head in disbelief!
Chet is preceded in death by his parents; his wife and the following Bramlett siblings: Martin, Louis, Lonzo, Buster, JC (infant), Willard, Nettie Jo (Kirkendoll) and Robert. Living siblings are Melvin, Donald Gene and Betty (Ramey Wilson).
Chet is survived by his six children: Alice (Kent Williams), Michael (Paula Carlton), Janet (Rocky Lauer), Teddy, Greg (Lisa Levy) and Rob (Kim Passmore). He has 12 grandchildren: Michael Paul Bramlett, Lacey Lauer Willard, Hayden Williams, Travis Lauer, Mickey Bramlett, Brodie Williams, Marcus Bramlett, Jordan Bramlett, Carson Bramlett, Hannah Bramlett, Avery Bramlett and Aly Bramlett. He has 13 great grandchildren and counting!
All Funeral services will be handled by Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton. His Funeral will be on Tuesday, December 9th, with viewing beginning at 10:00 am at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am. Burial will follow immediately at Bradford Cemetery. Funeral Services will be conducted by his Pastor, Charles Deckelman.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting all donations to be sent to Bradford Cemetery Fund. Attention: Renee Brown, 693 4th St., Shirley, AR 72153.
The family of Chastine thanks you for all your prayers, kind words and support during this time of great loss of their Daddy and Poppa Chet.
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22 Condolence(s)
Melissa (Bolden) Johnson
Thursday, December 11, 2025
I’m sorry to hear of Chet’s passing. I have many fond memories of growing up with him in church and occasionally playing the piano as he led congregational singing. He loved the old traditional hymns back then. I’m sure he’s already singing those praises in Heaven. Prayers for you all.
Rickey Bonds
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
So sorry to hear of Mr. Chet’s passing. May God bless you all with wonderful memories of your loved one.
Gary Harris
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
To Ted and the rest of the family, I’m so sorry to learn of the loss of your father. He was a kind and wonderful man and it was a pleasure to serve him on my meal route. He will be greatly missed.
Deborah Kerrigan
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Family I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Chet, he was a fine man and will be missed! My heartfelt prayers go out to you.
Bennie & Glinda Kidd
Monday, December 8, 2025
He was someone I looked up too during my youth. Sorry for your loss.
Burnell Lay
Monday, December 8, 2025
My husband, Paul Lay, and I always enjoyed visiting with Chet and his family at family reunions, and other times as well. We always enjoyed "making music" with them.
I remember him telling us about helping build Lake Eufaula in Oklahoma.
Love and prayers to his family and loved ones for peace and consolation during the days ahead.
David & Stephanie Ward
Monday, December 8, 2025
We are saddened to hear of Chet’s passing. Our prayers are with his children and all the loved ones he leaves behind, but know there were happy reunions in heaven when he got there!
Larry Napier
Monday, December 8, 2025
Chet will surely be missed, I always enjoy talking with him a great man
Christina meyers
Monday, December 8, 2025
Omg I can't believe it. I remember him when he went to bockinburg baptist church and plant church and played the guitar. He was a really awesome person. He will truly be missed.
Diana McKay Jones
Monday, December 8, 2025
Loved Uncle Chet and our visits. Did enjoy his stories. Sending love to his children.
Jody Bane
Monday, December 8, 2025
So sorry to hear of Chet’s passing . I never will forget how he would bring tears to my eyes as he sang . He was kind , funny , & caring to Larry & myself. Please know you guys are in my prayers .
Steve Trawick
Monday, December 8, 2025
Many years I have enjoyed my friendship with Chastine. I first met him at his brother Melvin's home playing guitar and singing old country and gospel music. He was a great coon hunting buddy. He was well loved, respected and will be greatly missed.
Melvin emerson
Monday, December 8, 2025
Such a good man, good family,and good friend. Many memories r un through my mind and all good. Prayers for God's comforting grace be with you all.
Jason Gates
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Praying for family. Always loved hearing him play guitar. Been years since played music with them,
Anna (Brown) Jones
Sunday, December 7, 2025
I am so sorry for your family’s loss!! Uncle Chet was a great man and one of my favorite uncles! Always loved it when Granny Jean would go visit them.. I was the first one in the car ready to go! 💛 Great memories!! Sending prayers hugs and love to you all!! 🙏🏼🩵
Amanda (Holley) Berger
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Im so sorry to hear of Chets passing. He will always be a wonderful memory from my childhood. I will always remember his kindness, his singing and guitar playing. Your family will be in my prayers.
Dora Gail Bramlett
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Family I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandpa. I was in family for 20 years and he was one of my favorites. Prayers for you especially during holiday season.
Donnie & Jennifer Holderfield
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Our love and prayers are with you all.. I only met Uncle Chet 2 times but i remember the Stories and him teaching me Mexican Dominos.. His Legacy will live on in all of you !
Trina Jones
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Chet was one of my favorite people, loved hearing him sing and play his guitar at church. The Grandpa song and Wagon Wheel were my favorites. He was such a special man and loved dearly. I will hear him singing in heaven one day and I can’t wait.
Janice Newman Lumpkins
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Had great time with all of Chet's kids growing up. Chet will be missed. My prayers are with you all.
Peggy Lasater King
Sunday, December 7, 2025
So sorry to hear about Chet. Him and Maxine were good friends in our younger years! Praying for all the families!
Reba Bonds Rooney
Sunday, December 7, 2025
He was a fine man, my husband hunted with him several times , great personality he will be missed prayers