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J. Chester Holmes
May 29, 1923 - September 8, 2012

Mr. J. Chester Holmes, 89, of the Central Community Harrisburg, Ark., departed this life to join his wife of sixty three years. Chester was born on May 29, 1923 to William Hardy and Lydia Upshaw Holmes. Chester married Elizabeth Qualls on July 3, 1943. They moved to Central Community in 1960. He was a farmer and worked for Jack and Sue Winningham then continued working for Jackie and Doug Winningham until he retired. Chester loved talking with friends and trading dogs. Everyone will miss seeing him sitting on the porch and waving as they pass by on their way to work or town. Chester was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Elizabeth Holmes, a daughter Janie Little and two sons Bobby and Johnnie Holmes, two brothers Elmer and Kenneth Holmes. Chester is survived by a sister, Phyllis Gandy of Trumann and a brother Milburn Holmes of Rockfort, IL. Sons: James Holmes of Hardy, Glen Holmes and Rickey Holmes both of Harrisburg, Larry Holmes of Cantonment, Fla, Mark Holmes of Pensacola, Fla., Tommy Holmes of Jonesboro, and Ronnie Holmes of Piggott. Three daughters: Mai Snow of Jonesboro, Sheila Armstrong of Harrisburg and Kathy Dickens of Trumann; 24 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Honorary family members, Sue Winningham, Jackie Winningham, Doug Winningham, Adeline Moss and Beverly Harris. Special thanks to Bridgett with Home Health Professional and Dr. Brannon Treece and his staff at NEA Clinic in Trumann. Funeral service will be Monday at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann, Ark., with Gary Hill officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Pisgah Cemetery near Jonesboro, Ark. Pallbearers will be Dan Holmes, Gary Holmes, Josh Holmes, Justin Jones, Chris Vaught and Charlie Goad. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Holmes, Brian Lane, Jackie Winningham, Doug Winningham, James Hooker and Gary Cunningham. Visitation will be Sunday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Martye, Concerned Neighbor , says
    September 12, 2012

    Dear Family Losing a loved one can be devastating. However, please take comfort in knowing that death isn’t the end. Jesus demonstrated that by what he did when he learned of his friend Lazarus' death when he was on earth. The account recorded in John chapter 11 shows that to those who were with him when he got the bad news, Jesus said: "Lazarus has falling asleep and I am going to awaken him". And just as he stated, the account also reveals that he asked Lazarus' sisters to take him to the grave where Lazarus was already buried for four days. When he got there, he called Lazarus, who came out alive and well like he was never dead. The Bible shows that what Jesus did then was a preview of what he'll do when he rules the entire earth as King of God’s heavenly Kingdom or Government. (Daniel 7: 13 and 14); (Daniel 2:44) When that times comes, the following Scriptures confirm that Jesus will eliminate all the problems we face today like SICKNESS, OLD AGE, WAR, VIOLENCE, PAIN, DEATH. EVEN OUR DEAD LOVED ONES WILL BE RESURRECTED. (Isaiah 33:24); (Job 33:25); (Psalms 46: 9 and 10); (Isaiah 2: 4); (Psalms 37: 9-11 and 29); (Revelation 21: 3 and 4); (John 5: 28 and 29). To learn more and be among those who will enjoy the countless of blessings God’s Kingdom will bring on earth, please contact the local congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses for a FREE Bible study.

  2. Rodney Langley, Groveton, TX says
    September 10, 2012

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!Rodney, Lesa, Luke, and Rebecca Langley

  3. Alan and Annette Gansz and family, Newport, AR says
    September 9, 2012

    Shay and family- So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I have loved hearing all of your stories about him. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

  4. Brown family, Jonesboro,ark 72401 says
    September 9, 2012

    aunt phillis and family so sorry to hear about your brother,my prayers are with your family and may God bless each and everyone.

  5. Brenda (Holmes) Cravens, Rockford Illinois says
    September 9, 2012

    My Cousins, I will never forget my "Uncle Check". He was always smiling and joking.I always had fun at Uncle Checks and its funny looking back now at how a rope tied to a tree, a horse with one eye or a creek could be such fun and create such memories.In my adult years I have many more memories of my Uncle Check and my time spent with him. The one Im most fond of is the time we were at Uncle Kennys and It was just the Holmes brothers and I. Of course Uncle Check had his humor going and I chimed in.We went toe to toe on a subject and laughed so hard until we were all almost crying. For once I was able to keep up with him and we loved it. We always remembered that time and talked about it everytime we got together.I did and think he also found it hard to beleive that I kept up with him and his sense of humor. I have so many fond memories of your dad ,too many to mention. Just know how much I loved him and will miss him. Take comfort in knowing he is holding hands with Aunt Elisabeth and watching down over you guys. Hes happy and they are both healthy and together again. He was so proud of his family and it reflected in his conversations. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Brenda

  6. jimmy cupp, rockford illinois says
    September 8, 2012

    uncle check is having a great reunion with his family now we all loved and will miss him til we see him again he is a great man no words can express we love you all take care of each other

  7. Kelly Stewart, Alabama says
    September 8, 2012

    Tena, I am so sorry to hear about your grandfathers passing. My heart goe out to your family. I will be praying for peace and comfort for you all. Kelly Henry Stewart

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