220 Viva Drive, Trumann, AR 72472
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Gary Lee Wilkins

Gary Lee Wilkins

Gary Lee Wilkins

February 29, 1944 - August 8, 2009

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Mr. Gary Lee Wilkins was born on Tuesday, February 29, 1944, son of the late Marshall Neil and Vida M. Roach Wilkins. Mr. Wilkins died Saturday, August 8, 2009 at the family residence in Trumann at the age of 65 years 5 months and 10 days. He was born in Batesville, Ar., and lived most of his lifetime in Trumann. Mr. Wilkins was the Executive Director of the Trumann Housing Authority and was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Kathryn Dunavin Wilkins of the home; one son, Jason Moon Wilkins of Nashville, TN; two step-sons, Tracy Joe Dunavin of Memphis, TN, and Randy Dale Dunavin of Harrisburg, AR.; one step-daughter, Lisa Kay Watts of Trumann; two brothers, Calvin JoNeil Wilkins of Hutchinson, KS., and Edwin William

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"So sorry to here of Garys passing.Our prayers are with the family!My brother Charlie and I was talking about how good a person he was,even though it's been over forty years since i last saw him.May God compfort the whole family during this trying time. "An old friend" Larry Cook

Larry Cook, Walnut Ridge,AR.

August 13, 2009

"My mother Carolyn Carr and I want to extend our sympathy to you for the loss of your loved one. My mother and late father (Bill Carr) always spoke highly of Gary and always enjoyed talking to him. We wish you peace and love during this difficult time.Susan (Carr) McGruderand Carolyn Carr

Susan (Carr) McGruder), Memphis, Tennessee

August 13, 2009

"It is still so hard to believe my brother Gary is gone. Debbi and I wish so much we could be with the rest of the family today at the services. We are with you all in spirit. We love you all.Thank you to all who have written in this guest book. It is easy to see that Gary has touched many lives in a positive way. We will all miss him. God bless you, and God bless Gary.

Joe & Debbi Wilkins, Hutchinson, KS

August 11, 2009

"We are sorrow to learn that Gary Passed away and we will pray for all who of the family.

Dardanelle & Wanema (Roach) Townsley, Mena, AR 71953

August 11, 2009

"Our prayers and blessings go out to all of you. We didn't know Gary, but his son, Jason, is a wonderful man and we know he must have gotten that from his dad. We are sorry for your loss.

Judi and Bruce Domser and Family, New Hartford, NY

August 11, 2009

"Mr. Wilkins will sincerely be missed.Special prayers are sent to his family and friends from theHUD Little Rock Field Office Public Housing Division. When, I think of Mr. Wilkins, the Serenity Prayer comes to mind."God,grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,courage to change the things I can, the wisdom & knowledge to know the difference.

Ednasue GrayDavis, Little Rock, Arkansas

August 11, 2009

"Our thoughts and prayer's are with you during this sad occassion.We send our love and ask the Lord to continue to hold you and lift you up.We pray that through His love andDivine mercy you will be able to Get through all that lies ahead .Please know we love you and will be keeping you all in our prayers.Love to you, Aunt Becky, Brenda , and Doris Warren.

Warren Family, Hoxie, Ar.

August 11, 2009

"Gary was truly an exception person who served the community and the Residents of the City of Truman Housing Authority to the highest degree of an Executive Director and carrying man. He will be missed by all.

Mitchell Warren, Little Rock, AR

August 10, 2009

"Our sympathy is with you and your family as you go thru this trying time and may God Bless you

Ron and Kay Masssey, Jonesboro, Ar

August 10, 2009

"Just wanted to let you all know your in my thoughts and prayers and if you need anything please dont hesitate and ask love,kary

Kary Smith, Trumann Arkansas

August 10, 2009

"Papaw Gary, My heart is breaking as I write this. Words cannot express how much I'm going to miss you and how much I already do! You were an amazing man and an even greater grandfather. I hate that you had to go the way you did, because you had SO much life still left in you! I'm so sad that you won't be here when my daughter comes into this world but I know that she has the best BEST guardian angel anyone could ever have. And I am also glad she gets to carry part of your name on in hers. I love you more than you'll ever know. Rest in Peace and fly high with the angels.

Candis Watts, Batesville, AR

August 10, 2009

"We are saddened to hear aboutGary. He fought for so long andso hard. He will be greatlymissed by those in the "housingcommunity". Our thoughts andprayers are with you.

Blytheville Housing Authority, Blytheville, Arkansas

August 10, 2009

"Gary was a great school friend & neighborhood friend, he will be missed greatly. God Bless his family.

Dale Walton, Trumann Ar

August 10, 2009

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PAT( WALLACE ) KESSELL, BURTON, MI

August 10, 2009

"My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow. Gary was a very good person and a good friend of mine.

Bob Bradley, Newport, Arkansas

August 10, 2009

"Kathryn and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Gary. He fought so hard for so long. Gary was a fine man. I really got acquainted with him while I worked for Kelley Webb and I always enjoyed visiting with him each time he would come into our office. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbye (Farmer) Davis, Trumann, Arkansas

August 10, 2009

"Tyler, I am very sorry to hear about your grandpa. Hang in there.

Sherri McKay, AR

August 10, 2009

"My thoughts and prayers is with you and family. Gary was a great and dear friend in school and church. The memories of our friendship is etched in my mind. I'm sorry I will not be able to attend the visitation or funeral due to illness.

Jackie Teague, Bay, Ar 72411

August 10, 2009

"Lisa,I will remember you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Soward, Trumann

August 10, 2009

"Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I graduated from THS in 1961 andknew all the family. His mom was my Sunday School teacher for a couple years. I graduated with Billy.

William Gobbell, Sacramento, CA

August 10, 2009

"We were sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was dedicated to the housing industry and will be greatly missed by all the friends he has made among us over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Pat Dunegan, E.D.Batesville Housing Authority

Batesville Housing Authority, Batesville, Arkansas

August 10, 2009

"Joe Neal,So sorry to hear about Gary's passing. I remember him from school and church. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Robert Thompson, Florence, Alabama

August 10, 2009

"Gary and I had a friendship that started almost 50 years ago. We made many memories that became a part of me for the rest of my life. He will be missed. My sympathies and condolences go out to his family.

Teddy Walker, Trumann

August 10, 2009

"Ricky and I are sorry we did not make it to night. We will be there tomorrow. I was working in Weiner when I got the call. We love you and you are in our prayers. May God be with you.

Ricky Poff, Trumann, Ar

August 10, 2009

"Gary was a great guy. Our sympathies to all of Gary's family. Know that you are in our prayers.

Harvey Franklin, Louisville, KY

August 9, 2009

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and all of us many friends of Gary...

Stan and Sharon Cragg, Conway, AR

August 9, 2009

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