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Johnny D. Gipson
July 14, 1938 - June 22, 2010

Mr. Johnny Dale Gipson was born on Thursday, July 14, 1938, son of the late Ralph and Emma Cornwell Gipson. He died Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at the family residence, at the age of 71 years 11 months and 8 days. He was born in Black Oak, Ark., had lived in Trumann for the past 38 years, and was formerly of Brookland. Mr. Gipson worked in the transportation department for the East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging and was of the Church of Christ faith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Melvita Gipson, daughter, Angela Barker, brother, Ralph James Gipson, and his parents, Ralph Edward and Emma Mae Cornwell Gipson. Survivors include one son, Barry Gipson of Brookland, Ark.; one daughter, Melani Wilson of Trumann; one brother, Jerry Gipson of Monette; 3 grandchildren, Joseph Kyle Barker, Autumn Gipson, and Taylor Wilson; and one great-grandchild, Samantha Gipson. Funeral service will be Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann with Dr. Jim Shaw officiating. Burial will be private in Monette Cemetery under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann. Active pallbearers will be Skip Layne, Mike Cook, Oliver Cook, and Joey Wilson. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. An online guest book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Diann Nunnally Moss, Trumann, AR says
    July 8, 2010

    Melanie, Kyle, Taylor and Greg I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time and the days ahead.

  2. Sandra Baird Nall, Lake City says
    June 29, 2010

    Sorry for your loss. Johnny was in my class of 1957 at Monette. My dad, Fred, worked with his uncle Filmore, many years ago at the gin in Black Oak. I am cousin to John Gray, who is kin to you.

  3. Michelle Sullivan, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 27, 2010

    Melanie,We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. If there is anything we can do, do not hesitate to call. With greatest sympathies,Jeff and Michelle Sullivan

  4. the Pitts', Marked Tree, Arkansas says
    June 25, 2010

    Melanie, you and your family are in our thoughts. Take care. Trey and Cyndi, Gunner and Hunter

  5. Frank & Lorrie Towery, Caraway, Ar says
    June 25, 2010

    Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.

  6. John Paul Maynard, Columbia, MO says
    June 25, 2010

    Family of Johnny Gipson,I extend my deepest sympathy to you on your loss. Johnny and I graduated from Monette High Schoolin 1957. I have not had the op-portunity to see him in many years, but I remember that he waswell-liked in school. God bless.

  7. Tommy and Sherry McCrary, Marked Tree, AR says
    June 24, 2010

    Melani,We are very sorry to hear about your dad. Thinking of you and your family.

  8. Susan (Carr) McGruder, Memphis, Tennessee says
    June 24, 2010

    Dear Melani,I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Wishing you much peace and love.Susan (Carr) McGruder

  9. Mitchell Ballard, Houston says
    June 24, 2010

    Hi Melani and Joey. Very sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family. Know that my family has said a prayer for you all and are in our thoughts.Mitchell,Alma,Bruce Wayne and Mollie

  10. David Cook, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 24, 2010

    My deepest sympathies to the Gipson family.I knew Johnny as a fellow driver at East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging. Everytime I saw him at the office or on the road, he was always in a pleasant mood, and was always a pleasure to visit with.I will miss his warm personality.David Cook

  11. Doyal Ross, Jonesboro,Ar. says
    June 24, 2010

  12. Tammy Porterfield, Trumann says
    June 24, 2010

    "You have my deepest sympathy on your loss. He was one of my dearest friends and will be sorely missed."

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