Joyce Holder

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Bro. Blakemore was the minister once a month at our church services at College Square Retirement Home and I have never heard a preacher with more love in his voice and countenance than Bro. Blakemore. I am thankful that I was so privileged to know and hear his sermons those few short months that he was able to be with us here at College Square.

Louise Loyd

Monday, April 15, 2024

I am so grateful to my cousin Deanna for finding me and bring Duaine into my life. He was a breath of fresh air driving me throughout Arkansas and Missouri exploring places I"d never been. When he and Deanna visited us in California, we explored our state. We laughed, shared family stories, met new family, cooked, enjoyed restaurants, watched baseball, and drove the complex California freeway system. He had a cutting, yet sweet sense of humor and was very clear about his calling in this life. I know you will miss him in your everyday lives. Sincerely, Louise Green Loyd

Denise Day

Monday, April 15, 2024

Such wonderful memories of my childhood years growing up in church with the Blackmore family. Bro Blackmore baptized me then returned to McGehee to officiate my wedding. He and his family will always hold a special place in my heart. My deepest sympathy to all.

Richard Wade

Monday, April 15, 2024

I will always cherish the years of Bro Duaine of Mrs. Deanna. You both were absolute blessings! The Love and Devotion to the Lord, church, and community that I experienced from Bro Duaine shapes today the pastor I try to be for my church and community! What a wonderful example I had!!! Praying for you all and celebrating with him!

Johnny Bell

Sunday, April 14, 2024

Brother Blackmore’s ability to minister to people, no matter their situation or what they might have going on in their life was that of a truly dedicated man of God. He embodied the love of Christ. His gift was that of assurance and hope. I consider it an honor to have had the opportunity to be at the kitchen table there in his and Deanna’s home with them as my sister and I, on two occasions, were there as a result of our parents’ passing. Our father in 2014 and then our mother in 2020. We will always treasure his support during those times and his willingness to speak at both of their funerals even though it had been over 30 years since he was their pastor at Palestine Baptist in Pearson. We consider both Brother Duaine and Sister Deanna family. When I visited them briefly when they were at the Superior Rehab Center there in Conway several months ago the love I felt from both of them moved me to tears. My heart goes out to Sister Deanna, to Terry, Brent, and Don and to all of their family. Brother Duaine’s legacy was evident today as his life was celebrated at 2nd Baptist. It is clear that his family and those who knew him will carry that legacy as they minister to others by his example. What a humble man of God he was!

Ann Salem

Saturday, April 13, 2024

Mrs. Deanna and family, Brother Duaine was very special to our family and community. He will be missed! Praying for you all. Love, Ann Salem

Barbara Smith

Saturday, April 13, 2024

Dear family, Brother Blackmore was truly an inspiration to so many at Second Baptist Church. He always had an inspirational word and his prayers were so uplifting. He will be missed. His legacy is one everyone will admire.

Janet Clay

Saturday, April 13, 2024

We have lost a dear saint who loved our Lord and served Him well. How we will miss him at Second Baptist Church, Conway, AR.

Melanie Hadaway Wesson

Friday, April 12, 2024

Prayers Hugs and Love to an Amazing Family .

Tracey Sanders Anderson

Friday, April 12, 2024

Mrs. Deanna and family, our hearts hurt with you! At the same time we know without a shadow of a doubt that Bro. Duaine entered the gates of heaven and heard the words “Well done my good and faithful servant.” And not truer words could be used to describe this man who lived out the great commission each day. His and Mrs. Deanna’s devotion to the Lord impacted me from an early age, and that legacy continues to this day in my life! I can hear their voices reminding me of God’s goodness and faithfulness and mercy and love. Yes, we surely grieve with you. And rejoice in the Lord for the promise of resurrection and reunion.

Shirley Broomfield

Friday, April 12, 2024

Ms. Deanna, family and friends, prayers for your comfort as our emotional desires will cause all to miss our amazing Brother Duane! We rejoice in knowing he’s with his Heavenly Father wearing a crown filled with jewels. He leaves a wonderful legacy in everyone whose life he touched. He influenced my relationship with our savior and those I came in contact with daily. Sweet Ms. Deanna, such a precious lady and friend, know we love you and mourn your loss.

Brianna Cowling Segraves

Friday, April 12, 2024

Mrs. Deanna, and the Blackmore family, my heart hurts for your loss here on earth, but smiles at Bro. Duane’s eternal gain. What a beautiful soul he was!
Bro. Duane was such a wonderful blessing to my family, always a comfort. His smile was so genuine, so sincere, and so kind.
Foreman was a better place because of him and Mrs. Deanna, and we sure feel this loss with you.
God bless you all.
Sending my love to you, Mrs. Deanna.

Alana Cody

Friday, April 12, 2024

Jimbo and I were blessed to have Bro Duane marry us over 40 years ago. When he and Mrs. Deanna left Foreman, there was a void in our community. He was a friend to all, no matter the domination, race, rich or poor. He was a faithful and a true servant of the Lord. Our whole family has been blessed by their friendship and love.
Our thoughts are prayers are with you Ms Deanna. We love you.

JR Foreman

Friday, April 12, 2024

Sorry to hear of the loss of Bro. Duane. Truly missed when he left Foreman, AR. Buy touch the life of some many with the love God blessed him with to spread. Prayin for the family.

Kathie K.

Friday, April 12, 2024

All my love to y’all. Lifting you in prayer.

Scott Copeland

Friday, April 12, 2024

Bro. Duaine was a wonderful Minister and Pastor with a heart of Christ. I had the honor to know and work with him from the Little River Association days. My heartfelt sympathy to all the family.

Tammie Peart

Friday, April 12, 2024

Mrs. Deanna and family, we are so sorry to hear of Brother Duaine’s passing. We are so grateful and blessed to have had the privilege to know Brother Duaine. You and Brother Duaine have been part of our family during the good and bad times. Brother Duaine married the three Salem children, preached many of our loved ones funerals, and spent many hours sitting in the hospital room while we were facing sickness with our loved ones. Brother Duaine was always there anytime any of our family needed him. To the Blackmore family, thank you for sharing Brother Duaine with us. Words cannot express how much we love you and your family for all of the support and love over the years. You have been such a blessing to our family and we are so grateful. Prayers and love to all.
George, Tammie and Will Peart

Cindy Ross

Friday, April 12, 2024

Ms. Deanna and Fsmily:
When i think of Bro Duane, I think of unconditional love and grace. He loved the sinner the same as he loved the Christian! I pray for your peace in the coming days and find comfort in knowing that he was a loving Godly man. You both will always be special to me! I love you!

Rodney and Brenda Young

Friday, April 12, 2024

Brother Duaine shined a light wherever he went and touched so many people. We are thankful we knew him while he and Mrs Deanna lived in Foreman. Such precious people. I loved working with Mrs Deanna at Foreman Schools.
Continued prayers for strength and comfort for the Blackmore family.
We love you, Mrs Deanna and we loved Brother Duaine.

Sam and Brenda Long

Friday, April 12, 2024

Deanna and family: Sam and I extend our sympathy and prayers to all the family at the passing of Duaine. He glowed with the love of Jesus, and I know he was a blessing to not only your family, but to the many others whose lives he touched. Due to illness, we cannot attend the service. Love you all, your cousin, Brenda (Havner) Long

Rick & Evia Breshears

Friday, April 12, 2024

We are sadden to hear about his passing but are glad God let you spend so many wonderful years with him. We only met him once, at Chris & Amber's wedding, but have heard a lot of wonderful things about him. They have a lot of sweet memories to carry them into the future but will miss him often. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

Virginia Clements

Friday, April 12, 2024

Brother Dwayne was a dear man that I loved and appreciated for so many years first in Foreman, AR and then in Conway. He always let me know what I meant to him and his family each time we gathered.

He ministered me through bad and good times in my life. I always felt his love and care for me and my son.

A sweet soul that ministered to people, loved life, sports and anything associated with ministry. He always had time for others and gave help where there was a need. A prayer warrior indeed that prayed for many souls during his lifetime.

He especially had a special calling for the young people to see them come to know God. The Lord gave his years of ministry that will remember by all that he helped through his years of being a minister and pastor.

Wanda Linebarger

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Bro. Don and family, so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family.
Wanda Linebarger

Cherylene Richmond

Thursday, April 11, 2024

He was a great help to me adjusting to civilian life after I got out of the Aur Force. He was a great that I respected. Prayers for his family.

Michelle Grimes Green

Thursday, April 11, 2024

So sorry to here of his passing. A true man of God! He loved all no matter what. Lots of great memories that include him, Mrs. Deanna, and their family. Much love and many prayers for the family of this sweet man!!

Ronnie and Carolyn Jones

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Your dad was such a wonderful Christian man who left such a legacy. He will be missed by many at Second Baptist.

Mitzi Anthony

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Prayers for all who loved him dearly. No doubt there’s comfort in the knowledge of his wonderful legacy.

Annette Harrell

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Terry, I'm so sorry about your daddy. He is in heaven praising his heavenly father.

Cecilia Brown

Thursday, April 11, 2024

So sorry Mrs.Deanna and family. My heart hurts for you all. May the Lord give you comfort during this time and forever. We all loved Brother Duaine. There will never be a pastor the entire town loved more than him and Mrs. Deanna. Blessed to have had them in our lives. Praying for you all.

Nita Holt Gowen

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Dear Beloved Family we were truly blessed to have had Bro. Blackmore and all of you as family for the years we were together at South McGehee. Our prayers are with you and may God continue to comfort you. Our love to all Nita Sue

Susan & Stanley Woodard

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Terry and Family,
We were so sad to hear of your dad's sudden passing. He was so special to us and to the people in Conway. He made every inch of this City his ministry ground, as he did everywhere he went. When we saw him only weeks ago he instantly recalled to your brother every detail of how we met and every connection we had. He never met a stranger and making connections instantly with anyone he met was absolutely his signature move........just exactly like his wonderful Savior. The song "What A Day That Will Be" was probably written with him in mind! We loved him so very much and will treasure every memory of him. We will be praying for peace and comfort for your mom and all of your precious family in the days ahead. Much love to all of you.