of Lonsdale, AR
June 29, 1947 - April 24, 2010
James David Burks, 62, of Lonsdale died April 24, 2010 at National Park Medical Center in Hot Springs. He was born on June 29, 1947 in Hot Springs to James W. and Royce Lee Roach Burks. Mr. Burks was a member of the Smith Creek Landmark Missionary Baptist Church and was a Tool and Die machinist. His father James W. Burks, father-in-law, Morris Burks, mother-in-law, Dorothy Phillips Burks, and brother-in-law, James Coleman preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Sherry Ellaine Burks of Lonsdale; one daughter, Krystal Ann Hoople and husband Paul of Lonsdale; one son, Darrell Dewayne James and wife Marie of El Dorado; mother, Royce Lee Roach of Lonsdale; three sisters, Mary Lee Crowder and husband Luke of Bryant, Wanda Kay Coleman of Hot Springs, and Loretta Ann Hefley and husband Larry of Lonsdale; one brother, Paul Richard Burks of Lonsdale; one brother-in-law, Terrell Burks and wife Michelle of Bauxite; mother-in-law, Juanita Burks of Haskell; six grandchildren, Maygan, Beau, and Gordon Hoople and Brittany, Chelsea, and Dara James, one great grandchild, and numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be Tuesday April 27, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047) with interment in Smith Creek Cemetery in Lonsdale. Serving as pallbearers are members of the Fountain Lake Class of '65 and '66; Robert Goodeaux, Nelson Pittman, Fred Dixon, Jimmy Attebury, Larry Payne, and Jerry Vaughn. Lance Ragsdale and Ernest Holland will serve as alternates.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday April 26, 2010 at the funeral home.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Ruby, Jean, Glenda, Candice, Quin, and the 2nd floor nursing staff of National Park Medical Center and to the staff of Odyssey Healthcare for the loving care shown to David during his illness.
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16 Condolence(s)
Eddie Phillips
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Sheri,
I always respected you and David for being there every time my dad was in the hospital.You and David away made time for your family.I always like David and the video brought tears in my eyes and I just can't stop.He will be dearly missed by your side when I see you.If you every need me for anything let me know.
Tony & Angela Roberts
Monday, April 26, 2010
We were a part of David's Precision family. He was a great man and a pleasure to work with. Always had a smile on his face. He always had a story about nascar and going to Talladega. He will truly be missed. May God bless and keep you guys close. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. David is an Angel on the shoulders of his loved ones.
Nancy Floyd Rutherford
Monday, April 26, 2010
Sherry, So sorry to read of your husband's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nola Phillips
Monday, April 26, 2010
Sorry to hear about David, he was always nice to me and I really liked him. Sherry you and your family are in my prayers.
Sheila and Bill Virden
Monday, April 26, 2010
Mary and family---Our prayers are with you all during this time of great loss. People like David are supposed to live forever. He was truly a good man, which is a testimony to your wonderful family. May God hold all of you especially close as you work through your grief and loss.
With love, Sheila (Plyler) Virden
Judy Montgomery
Monday, April 26, 2010
Kristy, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your dad. I know he was very special to his family. Please know your family will be in my thoughts & prayers. Your Friend, Judy Montgomery
Kevin Atnip
Monday, April 26, 2010
I worked with David at Precision Ind. He always talked about his family and the love he had for them, he will be truly missed. My prayers and deepest sympathy to the Burks family.
Carroll Mercer
Monday, April 26, 2010
Sherry,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carroll and Paula
Caline hathcock
Monday, April 26, 2010
I worked with David at Precision. I am so sorry for your loss.
Susan Marshall
Monday, April 26, 2010
You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Kathy McSchooler
Monday, April 26, 2010
Kristy,
My heart goes out to you, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope for peace and comfort for you and your Mom and the family. I'm here for you.
Dewayne(Jaybird) Voss
Monday, April 26, 2010
David, was in my crew in the potrooms of the old RMC at Jones Mills in the 80's. I really liked working with David. His father was the instructor who showed me how to run the overhead hot metal crane. I am so sad to read of these news.
Karen Gish
Monday, April 26, 2010
Deepest sympathy to the Burks family
Karen Gish
Sharon Powell
Monday, April 26, 2010
You are all in my prayers.
Janice Rowland
Sunday, April 25, 2010
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to all who loved him. David was a really good guy and will never be forgotten.
Phyllis Moore
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Sherry, I am so sorry....I know you have had a long rough road. Gene and I are here for you. We love you
Phyllis