of Lexa, AR
November 27, 1947 - December 27, 2019
James W. "Wayne" Casteel, at the age of 72, of Lexa, Arkansas passed away Friday, December 27th, 2019 in his home in Lexa, Arkansas. Mr. Casteel was born Thursday, November 27th, 1947 in Lagrange, Arkansas to the late Lewis and Betty Casteel.
He proudly served his country in the Army and was a Vietnam veteran. He also worked for several local plants in book keeping, supply purchasing, and as an accountant. He enjoyed wood work, gardening and working in his yard, as well as hunting and fishing. He loved his family and was proud of his son and service to his country.
Wayne is survived by his wife, Cathy Casteel of Lexa, Arkansas; son, Jimmy Casteel of Marion, Arkansas; two sisters, Betty Lois Griffin (Johnny) of West Helena, Arkansas and Mildred Ann Sorrells (Jackie) of Marianna, Arkansas; one brother, Austin Casteel (Joyce) of Mountain Home, Arkansas; as well as a host of other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Betty Casteel; and two brothers, Vernon Ray and Larry Edwin Casteel.
A graveside service for James W. "Wayne" Casteel will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 3rd, 2020 at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in Birdeye, Arkansas on 3600 Highway 163. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 2nd, 2020 at Roller-Citizens Chapel. Burial will be at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery call (870) 588-4608 for more information. Brother Adam Rowland will officiate.
Pallbearers are Alfred Davis, David Dilks, Darrell Owens, Jimmy Yates, and Dale Edgin.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, Arkansas (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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11 Condolence(s)
Charles and Fowler
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Wayne was a good man. We will be praying for family. RIP
Jannie Lowery
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
I am sorry to hear Wayne passed. I worked with him and he was a good man.
I am praying for you and your family.
Daphne Burt
Monday, December 30, 2019
Cathy so sorry for the loss of Wayne. My heart goes out to you and your family. Love and prayers.
Alfred and Dee Davis
Monday, December 30, 2019
Wayne was an AMAZING friend. He loved our family and his presence in our lives is sorely missed. We will treasure the memories we made together. Cathy and Jimmy, you are in our thoughts and prayers. With love and our deepest, heartfelt sympathy. Alfred and Dee
Charles james
Monday, December 30, 2019
I am sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing
His family are in my thoughts and prayers
Nicholas Davis
Monday, December 30, 2019
Wayne and Cathy are great friends of our family. He will sure be missed.
George lewis
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Goodbye my pal from growing up in LaGrange. RIP
Lynette Burt Murphy
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Cathy and family:
I am so sorry to see the loss of Wayne. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you.
Becky Weaver
Sunday, December 29, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you.
Opal Jenkins
Sunday, December 29, 2019
James Wayne I am so sorry to hear of your passing! You were a good man and one I enjoyed working with! Cathy, take care and I love you also!
Billy and Ruth Ann Billingsley
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Cathy and Jimmy, we are so sorry for your loss. We will surely miss seeing Wayne working in his garden and tending to his chickens. He was an inspiration to all the neighborhood. We are sending prayers for your family.