of Magazine, AR
February 25, 1953 - February 20, 2020
Milton ''Don'' Fairbanks, 66, of Magazine, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020, in Fort Smith.
He was born on February 25, 1953, in Wichita, Kansas, to his parents, Bethel Maurice and Wynema Mae (Graham) Fairbanks. He was the Director of the Office of Emergency Management for Logan County for sixteen years. Don served on the Central Logan County Water Board, was the past president of the Driggs Volunteer Fire Department Board and a Logan County first responder. He loved collecting fire trucks, eagles, corvettes, razorback items and coins. Don loved his family, especially the smaller children; spending time with them was always a high light to his day.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Bethel Maurice and Wynema Mae (Graham) Fairbanks; one brother, Danny Fairbanks; one sister, Debra Lynn Fairbanks and his son-in-law, David Reese.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Karen (Downs) Fairbanks; two daughters, Kristi Bates and husband, Bart of Paris and Lacy Reese of Paris; one sister, Anita Valentine and husband, Robert of Paris; a sister-in-law, Betty Fairbanks of Magazine; two grandchildren, Sierra Bates and Cedric Reese; two great grandchildren, Raelynn and Jaxon Stewart; numerous other family members and friends.
Visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 p.m.,Sunday, February 23, 2020, at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 24, 2020, at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris with burial in Paint Rock Cemetery outside of Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Steve Gruning, Eric Newcomb, Keith Downs, Shane Haney, Tim Gehring and Lucas Hice.
Honorary pallbearers will be the Driggs Rural Volunteer Fire Department and Board members.
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11 Condolence(s)
debbie&frank terry
Monday, February 24, 2020
Don was a great man known him for 48 years he will be missed his family is in our prayers & thoughts. Love to all Debbie & Frank Terry
Twalla Becker
Saturday, February 22, 2020
Sorry for your loss. I remember that Wendell Fairbanks was his brother also. He has been dead like 40 years.
Becky Waldo
Friday, February 21, 2020
My prayers are for family and friends. May God hold you tight as you go through this process.
Carroll Huggins
Friday, February 21, 2020
I am so sorry for this loss in the family. Don was a wonderful man and a wonderful father in law to my son David. I am proud to call him and Karen my friends.
Much love to all in this time of sorrow.
Pattie Atchley
Friday, February 21, 2020
Don was a good guy and a fun person. And did a good job detailing our cars. I know he will be missed so much, but you will always have memories. Take it one day at a time and be there for each other.
From your friend, Pattie Atchley
Wendy Oliva
Friday, February 21, 2020
Don was such a wonderful man. Sara and I love you all very much. Many Prayers.
Vikki Kaczmarek
Friday, February 21, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all and bring you peace, not just now but for ever. May his smile, love and memories will live on in your hearts. â¤ï¸
Darlene Friddle Becker
Friday, February 21, 2020
So sorrow for the loss of your loved one. My thoughts & prayers are with Don & the family during this difficult time.
Monty Pratt Lowery
Friday, February 21, 2020
Dear friends, I was so sorry when I read this obituary. My heart breaks for you. It is such a hard thing to accept and live with. You can't do it by yourself but our Heavenly Father will be with you and bring you through.
Love and prayers, Monty
Linda Hixson
Thursday, February 20, 2020
My heartfelt condolences to all Don's family and many friends during this time of sorrow. Don was a true gentleman, loving husband, father and grandfather and a true supporter of his community. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace dear friend until we see you once again.
Yvonne Hickman Moffet
Thursday, February 20, 2020
Saddened to her of Don's passing he was a kind n friendly man with a great family. He is not suffering anymore he is in Heaven healed n Happy. But our hearts are grieving n he will be missed may God comfort you at this sad time.