Family Obituaries - D

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Darnell, Charles A. "Chuck"

Charles "Chuck" Darnell, 68, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away May 23, 2015. He was born February 3, 1947, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, to the late Mary Ellen (Dunn) and James Albert Darnell Sr.
Chuck graduated from Cutter Morning Star High School. He retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and later became the owner/operator of C.D. Telephone Service. Chuck loved playing golf and was a member of the Glenwood Country Club. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many.
Chuck is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, James A. Darnell Jr.
Survivors include his wife, Jennifer Darnell; sons, Tim Darnell (Kristen), Bart Darnell (Claire), Adam Darnell; sisters, Doris Johnston, Leah Darnell; grandchildren, Blake Darnell, Ashleigh Darnell, Quin Darnell, Bryce Darnell, Bailey Darnell, Lauren Kirschner (Matthew); great-grandchildren, Maddox Kirschner, Nixon Kirschner; mother-in-law, Joan Oden; sister-in-laws, Vickie Darnell, Jan Williams (Steve); nieces and nephews, Kailey and Drew Williams, Kris Qualls, Jo Ellen Hannegan, Jimmy Darnell, Tonya Darnell, and many cousins and extended family.
Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home with service following at 2:00 p.m. with Bro. John McCallum officiating.
Honorary pallbearers include Elwyn Pennington, Clyde Shirron and all his golfing buddies.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. [from Caruth-Hale Funeral Home online obituary]

Darnell, Mary Ellen Dunn

Mary Ellen Darnell, 72, of Hot Springs died Sunday, November 10, 1996, in a local nursing home.
Born September 19, 1924, she was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and predeceased by her husband, James A. Darnell, and an infant daughter, Mary Elizabeth Darnell.
Survivors include two sons, James A. Darnell of Farmington and Charles A. Darnell of Hot Springs; two daughters, Doris Johnston of Hampton and Leah Bryan of Hot Springs; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Gravel Hill Cemetery with Monsignor Leo Riedmueller officiating.
Honorary pallbearers are Bob Caton, Clarence Hicks, Tom Caton, Jim Caton, and Virgil Caton.
Arrangements are by Gross Funeral Home. [from the Sentinel-Record, date unknown]

Davis, Addie M. Dyer

Funeral services for Mrs. Addie M. Davis, aged fifty-eight years, wife of John Davis of Owensville, were held Sunday afternoon, conducted by the Rev. O. C. Robinson.
She is survived by her husband; four daughters, Mrs. Lily McInvale of Malvern, Mrs. Lexie Cook of Little Rock, Mrs. Vernon McNeil of Route 1 Zenton [it says Zenton], Mrs. Tressie Wells of Owensville; three sons, Earl and Matt of Little Rock and Johnny Davis of Owensville; two brothers, Walter and Milos Dyer of Route 2, Benton; three sisters, Mrs. Rosie Burgess of Hot Springs, Mrs. Fern Wright and Mrs. Hazel Muzom of Los Angeles, California. [Benton Courier, February 19, 1942, pg 8]

Davis, Earl Raymond

Earl Raymond Davis, 50, a North Little Rock businessman, formerly of Saline County, died from suffocation in a fire in an apartment over his place of business, February 27. [Obit shows 27-tombstone shows 28.]
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Christine Davis; two sons, Billy and Mike of North Little Rock; two daughters, Marilyn Davis of North Little Rock and Mrs. Jerry Nipper of Independence, Missouri; four sisters, Mrs. Lexa Cook, Mrs. Lilla McInvale and Mrs. Rosa McNeil of Owensville, Mrs. Thesia Nunes of San Jose, California; two brothers, Matt Davis of Owensville, Johnny Davis of Manchester, Iowa; his father, John W. Davis of Owensville; two granddaughters.
He was owner and manager of the Davis Vulcanizing Company, and also owned and managed the Davis Motel on the Jacksonville Highway, just out of North Little Rock, a 32^nd Mason, a Shriner, a member of the First Baptist Church, North Little Rock .
The funeral service was in charge of Owen Undertaking Company of North Little Rock and the service was held in Owensville Baptist church Sunday with the Rev. Clarence Shell, Jr., officiating. He was buried in the Owensville Cemetery beside his daughter, Betty Juanita Davis. [Benton Courier, March 5, 1959, pg 4A]

Davis, Matt William

Matt William Davis, aged 47, of Owensville, died Wednesday at a Little Rock hospital. He was a Baptist, a Mason, and a veteran of World War II.
Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Rosemary Kisel Davis; two sons, Matt Davis, Jr., with the Air Force at Little Rock and Tommy Davis of Owensville; a daughter, Addie Lou Davis of Owensville; a brother, Johnnie Davis of Iowa; four sisters, Mrs. Lilla McInvale, Mrs. Lexa Cook and Mrs. Rosa McNeil, all of Owensville, and Mrs. Tresie Nunes of California.
Funeral arrangements were by Ashby Funeral Service. [Benton Courier, August 29, 1963, pg 2A]

Deere, George Etta Barnette

George Etta Deere, age 89, of Little Rock died February 16, 2008, in Melbourne, Florida.
She was born in Owensville, Arkansas, on August 25, 1918, to the late Jessie A. and Lucinda Barnette.
George Etta graduated from Arkansas Teachers College and received her Masters degree from the University of Arkansas. She was a teacher for many years in the Little Rock Public School District. She retired to enjoy cooking, gardening and farming activities. George Etta recently enjoyed spending her winters in warm weather which allowed her to continue her hobbies year round. She was a member of Pulaski Heights Baptist Church. She belonged to Delta Kappa Gamma.
George Etta was preceded in death by her husband, Runyon Deere, and her son, Robert Thomas Deere. She was survived by her daughter, Linda F. Deere M.D. Her daughter-in-law, Wordna H. Deere; and her aunt, Ruby Greenway. She is also survived by her grandsons, David Deere and his wife Kate, and Jesse Deere and his wife Amy, two great granddaughters and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 22, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. at Pulaski Heights Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to Pulaski Heights Baptist Church, Owensville Baptist Church or a charity of your choice. [Ruebel Funeral Home online obituary]

Denison, Charline J. Hartsell

Charline Denison, age 86, of Little Rock passed away August 15, 2002, at her home. Born on July 14, 1916, she was the fourth child and third daughter of Margarette and Harry Hartsell. She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 sisters, 1 brother, and an infant son. A graduate of North Little Rock High School and Eden's Beauty College, she was formerly employed by Bell Telephone Company and retired from Borden Dairy. Charline was a Christian, member of Asbury Methodist Church for more than 60 years and an active member in Win One Class. She was a charter member of Doctor's hospital volunteer team. She is survived by her loving husband or more than 65 years, Rhea E. (Ray) Denison of the home; 2 sons, Dr. Harry Robert Denison of Fordyce and Dennis Michael Denison of Little Rock; 4 grandchildren, Lane Denison of Greenwood, Blake Denison of Benton, Lauri McAdory of Benton, and Denise Denison of Hot Springs; 5 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many friends, by whom she will be greatly missed. A gathering in remembrance of Mrs. Denison will be 1 p.m. Monday, August 19, 2002, in the chapel of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Custom Funerals & Cremations, 5800 W 12th St, Little Rock, 661-9111, with Rev. David Moore and Dr. William D. Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. [from Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, August 18, 2002, page 4B]

Denison, Denise Michelle

Denise Michelle Denison, of Hot Springs, died Wednesday, June 11, 2003, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
She was born November 8, 1971, in San Diego, California, to Dennis and Patti Vance Denison.
Denise was a 1990 graduate of Lake Hamilton High School in Pearcy. She earned a degree in aviation from Henderson State University in 1993 where she was a member of Delta Zeta sorority and a member of the "Reddie" tennis team.
Denise had been a pilot for U.S. Air Express and, most recently, she was a financial advisor for Morgan Stanley in Hot Springs.
Denise and her Beardsley Bearcat will be remembered, as she was a member of the Hot Springs Cruisers Car Club.
She is predeceased by her grandparents, Rhea and Charline Hartsell Denison, formerly of Little Rock, and Godfather, Ken Starnes of Bolivar, Missouri.
Survivors include her daughter, Olivia "Libby" Rosenthal of Hot Springs; mother and stepfather, Patti (Vance) and David Hays of Hot Springs; Dennis and Becky (Beasley) Denison of Little Rock; sister and brother-in-law, Lauri and Scott McAdory of Benton; step-brothers, Dave and Gary Hays of Hot Springs and Steve Hays and wife, Susan of Houston, Texas; step-sister, Suzanne Massa and husband, Mike of Little Rock; grandparents, Willie and Jimmie Wilson Vance of Owensville; step-grandmother, Lola Matthews Hays of Hot Springs; friend and former husband, Peter Rosenthal of Perth, Australia; godmother, Karen Caldwell Carlin of Little Rock; uncle and wife, John and Dorcas Vance of Benton; uncle and wife, Dr. Harry and Cheryl Denison of Fordyce; and step-uncle, Dr. Phillip Hays of Corvallis, Oregon.
Services are 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, 2003, at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. David Moore and Larry Sherman officiating.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Pallbearers include Jimmy Hicks, Jay Hill, Clay Jones, Rick Looper, Jay Olmedo and Ashley Rose.
Honorary pallbearers include the staff of St. Joseph's ICU-1, Dr. Jerry Barnes, Dr. Robert Johnson, Dr. R. Paul Tucker, Jessica Kingdon, Tracy Jones, Jenny Erickson and the staff of Morgan Stanley. [from The Sentinel-Record, June 14, 2003, page 10A]

Denison, Rhea Edmond

Rhea Edmond 'Ray' Denison, age 85, of Little Rock passed away suddenly Jan 14th. Born March 16, 1917, in Little Rock, he was the only son of Robert and Della Denison. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and his loving wife, Charline Hartsell Denison, who passed away on August 15, 2003. Rhea and Charline had celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary in good health on April 24, 2002. Rhea is survived by 2 sons, Dr. Harry Robert Denison of Fordyce and Dennis Michael Denison of Little Rock; 4 grandchildren, Lane Denison of Greenwood, Denise Denison of Hot Springs, Blake Denison of Benton, and Lauri McAdory of Benton; 5 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and many friends, by whom he will be greatly missed. Rhea served our country during World War II and was a combat veteran. He was retired from Alcoa Aluminum in Benton. Since April 1933 he has been a continuous active member of Asbury Methodist Church and was a member of the Win One Class. He was a licensed Ham Radio Operator with the call sign W55SMU. (W5 Sugar Mike Uncle) since 1951. He was active in the Ham Radio Club, and the Razorback Net 3937 where he met early every morning. He was also a member of the North Little Rock Elks Club. A Gathering in Remembrance of Mr. Denison will be Friday, January 17, 2003, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, with Rev. David Moore and Dr. William D. Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, January 16, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth, Custom Funerals & Cremations, 5800 W 12th St, Little Rock, 661-9111. [from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, January 16, 2003]

Dickinson, Dessie Faye Inbody

Dickinson, Dessie Faye, 85, born March 1, 1923, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to the late Roscoe and Emma Inbody, went to be with her Lord on July 20, 2008. She lived in Dawson where she graduated high school at Will Rogers.
She and James Dickinson were married on October 21, 1941, in Nowata, Oklahoma. They owned Dickinson Grocery in the Dawson community of Tulsa and Acme Pest Control in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They were active in the Church of God of Prophecy in Dawson, Wagoner and Bixby. She lived with her loving husband in Bixby. Dessie was loved by everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her husband, James of 67 years; two sons, Stephen of Kansas City, Missouri, Keith and wife Sherry of Hoover, Alabama; three grandchildren, Amanda and husband Andy of Pfister of St. Louis, Missouri, Justin and David Dickinson of Hoover, Alabama.
Service for Dessie will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at Family Christian Center, 121st Street South and 193rd East Avenue, Weer, Oklahoma, with interment to follow at Memorial Cemetery. Funeral directed by Moore's Eastlawn Funeral Home 918-622-1155. [from the Tulsa World, Oklahoma, July 22, 2008, page A10]

Dickinson, James Raymond, Sr.

James Raymond Dickinson, 89, passed away Friday, January 21, 2011.
He was born February 24, 1921, in Drumright, Oklahoma, to William H. and Ibby Mae (James) Dickinson.
He was a retired city and county building inspector. He was owner and founder of ACME Pest Control and a member of Living Water Family Church, Bixby.
Preceded in death by his wife, Dessie; daughter, Emily Sue Manning; son, James R. (Buddy) Dickinson Jr.
Survived by his sons, Gary Steven Dickinson, and Gerald Keith Dickinson and wife, Sherry; grandchildren, Amanda Pfister and husband, Andy, Justin Keith Dickinson, and David James Dickinson; brother-in-law, Doug Inbody and wife, Carolyn; many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Sunday, January 23, 2011, at Moore's Southlawn. Service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 24, 2011, at Moore's Southlawn Chapel. Moore's Southlawn 663-2233. [from the Tulsa World, January 23, 2011]

Dickinson, Leona Belle Vance

Fort Lupton, Colorado - Leona B. Dickinson, 75, of Fort Lupton, Colorado, passed away April 16, 2006. A memorial service was held Wednesday, April 19 at Tabor-Rice Funeral Home in Brighton, Colorado.
She was born January 2, 1931, in Hawk Springs, Wyoming, to Cecil "Bradley" and Carrie (Stevens) Vance. She was married to Glen I. Dickinson, who preceded her in death in April 1997.
Leona loved to help her husband raise and tend sheep. They lived in Henderson, Brighton, Arvada and Fort Lupton Colorado. She was an active supporter of Starduster 4-H in Henderson, and always supported the Adams County Fair.
Leona had resided in Fort Lupton since 1972. She owned and operated the Glen D Lee Motel in Henderson, Colorado, for 15 years.
Survivors include her daughters, Diana (Ric) Granzella, of Montana; Anita (Mario) Cortinas of Houston, Texas; son, Steve (Diantha) of Fort Lupton; daughter, Teresa Ely of Aurora, Colorado; sisters, Opal Kemper, of Mitchell, Betty Kelly of Torrington, Merry Watson of Casper, Jo Fuss, and Corrine Marinthal both of Cheyenne; brothers, Cecil and Bill Vance, of Cheyenne, Allen Vance, of Scottsbluff, Dwight Vance of Mitchell, Victor Vance of Polson, Montana; 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. [from the Star-Herald, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, April 26, 2006]

Dickinson, Raymond L.

Dr. Raymond L. "Ray" Dickinson, 74, died Friday, October 26, at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa. He was born November 5, 1932, in Vian, to Ernest James and Ruby Roark Dickinson.
He attended schools in Sand Springs, Pryor and Grand Island, Nebraska. He was a graduate of the Palmer Chiropractic School in Waterloo, Iowa. He practiced in the Pryor and Claremore areas for many years. He was a Mason and a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Air Force. He was an avid fisherman, pilot and reader, who loved music and sometimes played his trumpet at church services. At one time, he had his own band and was the school drum major when he graduated from Grand Island, Nebraska. He was one of a kind and will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by his wives, Nacy Meves Dickinson and Dorothy Travis Dickinson and father, Ernest J. Dickinson.
Survivors include his mother, Ruby Dickinson, Tahlequah; sons, Steven Dickinson and wife, Shelia, Tustin, California, and Michael Dickinson and wife, Terri, Grand Island, Nebraska; daughters, Theresa Dickinson, Pryor, and Margaret and Marti Dickinson, Oregon; sister, Norma Jean Mullen and husband, Jack, Pryor; brothers, Thomas Dickinson and wife, Grace, Tulsa, and Dr. Donald Dickinson and wife, Teresa, Lenoir City, Tennessee; nephews, Jackie Mullen, Tommy Mullen and Bill Mullen; nieces, Angie Castleberry, Mandy Overstreet, Leigh Ann Hively and Sue Hamilton; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind a very dear and true friend, Charlie Frailey, Chouteau.
He was a member of the World Fellowship church in Chouteau. A memorial service will be at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Freedom Hospice. [from pryordailytimes.com]

Dickinson, Ruby Jean Roark

Ruby Jean Dickinson , 99, died August 19, in Pryor, with her family by her side. She was born May 9, 1909, in Vian, to Benjamin Franklin Roark and Martha Jane (Wiley) Roark. She was the youngest of seven children. She attended school in Vian and the Carlisle Community. She married Ernest James Dickinson September 6, 1931, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She had a great passion for life and her family was the most important thing in her life. She was a loving and gracious lady who never met a stranger and greeted all with a beautiful smile. She enjoyed playing bingo with her friends and winning stuffed animals for her great-grandchildren. She loved taking her grandsons to her mountain home in Colorado to spend the summers where many precious memories were formed through the years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, E.J.; son, Dr. Ray L. Dickinson; brothers, Clayont, Cap and Charley Roark; sisters, Bess Holt, Nellie Liston and Edna Stegall.
She is survived by her sons, Dr. Donald J. Dickinson and wife Teresa, Lenoir City, Tennessee, Thomas F. Dickinson and wife Grace, Tulsa; daughter, Norma Jean Mullen and husband Jack, Pryor; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
She had been anxiously awaiting the arrival of her great-granddaughter, Jeannie Elizabeth Mullen, from China. She also leaves behind her special friends from the Shady Rest Care Center and her loving and wonderful caregivers. We love you and will always miss you, but you will live in our hearts forever.
A memorial celebration of life will be held in Vian at Round Mountain Cemetery in May. [from the Daily Times, Pryor, Oklahoma, September 3, 2008]

Dikes, Lena Mae Thompson

Odessa - Lena Mae Dikes, 87, of Norman, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2000, at her residence.
Mrs. Dikes was born March 10, 1913, in Goldthwaite, Texas. She married Alvin J. Dikes on October 26, 1935, in Permila, Texas, and he preceded her in death in February, 1990.
She had been a resident of Odessa from 1967 to 1992 when she moved to Norman, Oklahoma, to be near her family. She had been a worker in the nursery and day care for Sherwood Baptist Church for more than 10 years.
She is survived by her son, Jim W. Dikes of Norman; daughter, Jackie M. Cobb of Enumclaw, Washington; brother, Tom Thompson of Jonesboro, Texas; sister, Lorene Berryhill of Dallas; and two grandchildren, James E. Cobb of Dallas and Wendy Joy Dikes of Menlo Park, California.
Graveside services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, June 26, 2000, in the Sunset Memorial Park with the Rev. Tom Hiser officiating.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home. [from Odessa American Online 25 June 2000]

Doda, Thelma Maxine Ketchem Stankey

Thelma May Doda Services: Wednesday, October 25, 11 am. Graveside services will be held at Union Cemetery on Wednesday, October 25, 1995, at 11:00 a.m. for Thelma May Doda, 85, who left us to be with Jesus on October 22, 1995. Rev Bob Schwartz will officiate. Visitation will be Tuesday from 12 noon until 7 p.m. Born May 26, 1910, in Burbank, California, she moved to Bakersfield at an early age. She was a 71 year member of the First United Methodist church, past Matron of O.E.S. Bakersfield Chapter #125, a charter member and Past President of Beaucant, and Daughters of the Nile. She was preceded in death by her husband, John D. Doda. Mrs. Doda is survived by her daughter, Colleen Burum; grandchildren, Becky Modahl and husband Mark; Greg Burum and wife Jennifer, Jeff Burum and wife DeDe; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was a loving and caring person to family and friends and will be missed greatly. Special thanks are extended to the First United Methodist Church, O.E.S. Chapter #125 and staff at Beverly manor for their loving care, concern and support. Grandma, you always told me you were my best friend and you truly were. You always had faith in me and loved me unconditionally. I will miss you, bit I know you are in heaven and I will be with you again someday. Doughty-Calhoun-O'Meara funeral directors. [from Bakersfield Californian, October 24, 1995]

Dodson, Daniel Robert

Benton--Daniel Robert Dodson, age 71, of Benton, passed away November 13, 2001, in Benton. Mr. Dodson was born November 30, 1929, in Benton. He was member of Wright's Chapel Church, Tull Hunting Club, and the National Guard. Mr. Dodson was preceded in death by his parents, Booie and Lottie Dodson; two sons, Douglas E. Dodson, Terry R. Dodson.
Survivors include: three sons, Toby, Daniel L. Dodson, both of Benton, Randy Dodson of Olympia, Washington; two daughters Diana Denley, Tammy Garrett both of Benton; two brothers, George Dodson of Dickenson, Texas, John Dodson of Benton; three sisters, Cleo Wheeler, Ruth Beam, Margaret Harrod [Herod]; 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Thursday at Ten Mile Cemetery by Ashby Funeral Home. Minister will be Bro. Jerry Harper. Family visitation will be 7-8:30 Wednesday night at Ashby Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jeff Hill, Gary Wilson, Trace Manning, Bob Clay, Ed Dodson, Jeremy Dodson. Honorary pallbearers will be Jason Denley. [from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, November 14, 2001]

Doom, Lola Mae Houser

Lola Mae Doom, 84, of Paris, Arkansas died Wednesday, July 18, 2007, in Paris.
She was an artist, a member of the DAR and member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church-Paris. She was preceded in death by her parents, Luther Milton and Cilla Mary (Bingaman) Houser and husband, Raymond Doom.
She is survived by one niece, Vickie Zeiler and nephew, Troy Houser.
Pallbearers were A. W. Mitchael, Billy Mitchael, Kenneth Spicer, Lanny Bates, George Zeiler and Richard Doom.
Services were at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 31, 2007, at Roller Funeral Chapel-Paris with burial in McKendree Cemetery-Subiaco, AR under the direction of Roller Funeral Home-Paris. [from Roller Funeral Home-Paris online obituary]

Drennan, Daniel Wilson

Daniel Webster Drennan, aged 76, a retired farmer and member of the Church of Christ, died March 27, in a Little Rock hospital. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mickey Drennan, of Benton; two sons, James of Little Rock; and Edison of Benton; six daughters, Mrs. Emons Hester and Mrs. Dan Taylor Paron, Mrs. Tom Turbyfill, Mrs. W. L. Berry and Mrs. George Smithers of Benton, and Mrs. Jeff Cox of Congo, one brother, William Drennan of El Dorado. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Balden [Bolin] Cem, near Paron, with Rev. Dwight Mower conducting. Interment was at the Balden Cemetery. (from Benton Courier, March 31, 1949, pag 12)

Dulaney, Fred

Death Ends 55-year Bank Record for Fred Dulaney; Services are Held Here
People from all walks of life paid their last respects here Monday afternoon to Fred Dulaney, native of Houston, who began his banking career in Tupelo 55 years ago and who was executive vice-president of the Houston state Bank at the time of his death. He was 77.
The chapel at the Houston Funeral Home was filled to capacity and many persons stood on the outside at 2 p.m. Monday as the Rev. Howard Hathorn, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, told of the admiration with which the Houston banker was held, not only in the community but throughout the state.
The pastor said that all of his adult life the deceased had been engaged in the handling of money, and that he had so lived his life that he had laid up treasures in heaven "where neither moth nor dust doth corrupt."
Active pallbearers were Flavius Alford, Bob Scott, Harold Craig, Bobby Mooneyham, Hugh Vickery and Johnny Murphree.
Interment was in the Houston Cemetery.
Mr. Dulaney is survived by his wife, Mrs. Irlene Pearson Dulaney of Houston, and two brothers, James Dulaney of Houston and Lt. Col. Dan E. Dulaney of Bayonne, New Jersey.
The Houston banker just a few days ago had turned the first spade of dirt on construction of the Northgate branch of the Houston State Bank, this community's first drive-in bank.
He was admitted to the Houston Hospital Friday night, October 19, after attending a bank director's meeting here. He suffered a heart ailment. He died at 10:30 p.m., Saturday, October 20.
Fred Dulaeny worked in Tupelo several years, first with the old First National Bank, later with the People's Bank and Trust Co. He returned to Houston in Jan 1920, as assistant cashier with the Houston State Bank was organized. He was assistant cashier to the late A. M. Harley, and the two of them and Miss Louise Evans made up the original bank staff.
He was born in Houston August 8, 1896, the son of the late Daniel C. Dulaney and Minnie Tabb Dulaney. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and was a Mason.
It was thought that he might be the last surviving charter member of the Houston Exchange Club, unless Charlie Justice of West Point as also a charter member.
He was a member of the American Legion Post, and a member of the 40 et 8. For many years, he served as treasurer of the local Red Cross chapter, and as active in the War Savings Bond program. He was a World War I veteran, and a former district vice president of the Mississippi Bankers Association. [from the Tupelo Journal October 25 1973]