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David Ray Renshaw
February 17, 1937 - March 12, 2011

Mr. David Ray Renshaw was born on Wednesday, February 17, 1937, son of the late Joe and Bernice Long Renshaw He died on Saturday March 12, 2011 at Phil and Flo Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Ark., at the age of 74 years 0 month and 23 days. Mr. Renshaw was born in Trumann where he lived his lifetime, served in the U.S. Navy and spent the remainder of his work career as a Farm Manager. He was of the Pentecostal belief. Mr. Renshaw enjoyed spending his time visiting with his friends and family, he also enjoyed gardening and fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents and eleven brothers and sisters. Survivors include two sons, Anthony Renshaw and wife Debby of Trumann and Timmy Renshaw and wife Shawn of Jonesboro; one daughter, Tina Gibson and husband Chris of Jonesboro; one brother, Gene Renshaw of Jonesboro; two sisters, Debby Hartley of Trumann and Dorothy Stonecipher of Homuma La; five grandchildren, Britni Renshaw Brown and husband Josh, Devin Renshaw, Tyler Renshaw, Slater Renshaw, Gunnar Renshaw; and one great-grandchild, Alex Brown. Graveside service will be Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. at the Holly Springs Cemetery in Harrisburg, Ark., with Bro. Ronnie Dye officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. Pallbearers will be Eric Bowers, Devin Renshaw, Slater Renshaw, Gunnar Renshaw, Tyler Renshaw, and Jon Childs. Honorary pallbearers will be Clifton Richey and Johnny Whitman. Visitation will be Tuesday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. An online register can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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  1. tim mitchell, trumann ar says
    April 7, 2011

    timmy iam sorry to hear about your dad

  2. David and Mika Davis, Caledonia, MS says
    March 26, 2011

    Anthony...sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Your friend, David

  3. Paula Austin-McHalffey, Trumann, Arkansas says
    March 16, 2011

    My thoughts and prayers go to all of his family. I will certainly miss his daily visits to Al's. So sorry I could not come to the services. I have been sick for several days. He was one of the sweetest men I've ever met!!!!!

  4. Kevin Michelle Simpkins , says
    March 15, 2011

  5. Kimberly Bunch, Jonesboro, Arkansas says
    March 15, 2011

    I am very sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family. I know you are at peace now, no more suffering. May God Bless you and keep you wrapped in his love and grace. Lots of Love and thinking of you all in this hour: Gene, Anthony, Tim, and Tina and the rest of the family. Love Kim.

  6. David and Patricia Bentley, Marion, Arkansas says
    March 15, 2011

    Timmy, Tina, and Anthony, im so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for yall and the kids.

  7. Shirley Thomas, Jonesboro Ar says
    March 14, 2011

    TimJust heard about your Dad so sorry to hear of your lost.You and your family will be in my prayers.If I can do anything for any one of you letlet me know.Everyone @the office feel the same way just call if we can help.Inspections office

  8. Marsha Speakman, Trumann, AR says
    March 14, 2011

    Anthony and Tina. I am so sorry about your dads death. I know that he helped raise wonderful kind children who will miss him.You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  9. Tim and Debbye Davis, Trumann, AR says
    March 14, 2011

    Anhony, Tina and Timmy, we were so sorry to hear about your dad. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.

  10. Tony & Karen Eldridge, Bay, Arkansas says
    March 14, 2011

    Anthony,Timmy,& Tina,Please know that we are thinking about you and praying for you! Please let us know if there is anything at all that we can do.Love you!Karen & Tony

  11. Rhonda Moore, Southaven, Ms. says
    March 14, 2011

    I am so sorry to hear about uncle David. He was a special man with wonderful children.

  12. Mark and Jennifer Beard, Harrisburg AR says
    March 14, 2011

    Anthony, Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

  13. Ronnie, Shannon, Sean and Johanna Haynes, Trumann says
    March 14, 2011

    Anthony and Timmy,Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  14. Kenneth & Patsy Gerber, Jonesboro, AR says
    March 14, 2011

    To our dear Tina, and other Renshaw family members, you are and have been in our thoughts andprayers in the loss of your Father. We are sorry we can't bethere with you but may it comfortyou to know there are others whoshare your sorrows.Tina, we love you and God Bless each of you.KENNETH & PATSY GERBER

  15. Irene Rouse, Malden Mo says
    March 14, 2011

    Anthony, Timmy , and Tina, I as so sorry for your loss and i want you to know you are in my prayers and i love you all. Aunt Irene

  16. Sonny & Wanda Hampton, Paragould, Ar says
    March 13, 2011

    God bless. If you need me give me a call Unk

  17. paul e lambert, jonesboro,ar says
    March 13, 2011

    My deepest sympathie on your loss

  18. Brooke Becker (Lyle), Trumann says
    March 13, 2011

    Im sorry to hear about David he was good man and a good friend of my dads he will be greatly missed

  19. Loretta Hairrell Craig, Jonesboro Ar. says
    March 13, 2011

    To the Renshaw Family,Our hearts are saddened at the loss of your loved one David Ray, he was always such a nice and loving person and will be missed by all of us that was blessed to have known him,Jettave Hairrell LongLoretta Hairrell CraigJoan Haurrell Houston

  20. Todd and Jenifer Mott, Flippin, Arkansas says
    March 13, 2011

    We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

  21. Bryan and Randi Jo Kelso, BELLA VISTA VILLAGE says
    March 12, 2011

    Our deepest sympathies and prayers to the entire family.

  22. Tammy Medley Collier, Lake City, AR says
    March 12, 2011

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Tammy, Guy, and Katie Collier

  23. Gail Ford, Jonesboro says
    March 12, 2011

    Tim, I'm really sorry to hear about your Dad. Your family will be in my prayers. Love you, cousin.

  24. Susan Hendrix Thompson, Colt, AR says
    March 12, 2011

    Having grown up at Hatchiecoon, and being class mates with many of the extended Renshaw family, I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the entire family. You are all in my prayers.

  25. Sharron Turman, Jonesboro says
    March 12, 2011

    Anthony,Timmy and family members.. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our prayers are that God will wrap his arms around you and give you comfort during the coming days and weeks. We love you. Garry and Sharron Turman

  26. Phillip He]ndrix, Trumann AR. says
    March 12, 2011

    Anthony, Tina and Timmy. I am so sorry for your lose, David was a real good guy that everyone liked. He always had a smile and was fun to be around. He will truly be missed. I am sorry that I can't make the service Tuesday, I have got to be out of town but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with ya.

  27. Kay Ealey, Malden , Mo. says
    March 12, 2011

    Tina, Anthony, and Timmy , My Prayers are with you all and I love you all so much . May God be with you during this time. Kay and James Ealey

  28. Kay Ealey, Malden , Mo. says
    March 12, 2011

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