of Sage, AR
August 27, 1934 - January 5, 2016
Ervin Ray Dover, 81, of Sage, died Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at his home.
He was born in Battles, Arkansas on Monday, August 27, 1934 and was the son of Ervin Edgar and Willie Jane (Felts) Dover.
Ervin was a maintenance supervisor at Stone Cantainer for over 30 years before he retired. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran; was a member of the Crescent Masonic Lodge in North Little Rock, and was a member of Sage Baptist Church.
Ervin is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary (Ramsey) Dover of Sage; one son, Douglas Ray Dover and his wife, Judy of North Little Rock; and one daughter-in-law, Becca Dover of Maumelle, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Mary Ruth Dover, Cody Dover, and Zachary Dover; and one great-granddaughter, Ava Mae Brown. He is also survived by four sisters, Olita Dunehew of Lincoln, California, Virginia Wiles of Sidney, Arkansas, Mary Lois Woods of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Helen Holland of Sherwood, Arkansas. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Dennis Dover; and two brothers, J.W. Dover and Loy Dover.
Pallbearers will be Cody Dover, Zachary Dover, Ronny Vest, Keatric Brown, Gayle Woods, and David Chaney. Honorary pallbearers are Bob Ramsey, Son Lamb, Shelby Anderson, Bennie Bannings, Tate Lawrence, Alvin Wiles, and Gene Wiles
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Roller-Crouch Chapel in Melbourne with Bro. S. D. Hacker and Bro. Alan Meinzer officiating. Beverly Meizner will be in charge of the music. Burial will follow the services at Caney Springs Cemetery in Sage under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Melbourne.
Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.
Memorials can be made to Hospice of North Arkansas, 330 Hwy. 5 North, Suite 20, Mountain Home, AR 72653.
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18 Condolence(s)
Parilee Croft
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
So sorry. He was a wonderful gentleman. He was a good friend to daddy and Gayle. Enjoyed hearing his stories
Ricky Calhoun
Monday, January 11, 2016
To Doug Dover and Family.
Me and my family would like to send our condolences to you and yours in this time of need. I pray that our Father in Heaven gives you the strength to make it through these tough time. In the Book of Romans chapter 8, 28 it says And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose. Doug and family just know even in times like this God is still working on your behalf. My God be with you is my prayer.
Ricky & Lorin Calhoun & Family
Roger & Denice Darland
Sunday, January 10, 2016
I am so sorry Ms Mary. I knew he had not been doing well, but I've been on the sick list myself & didn't know about this until now. You and Ray hold a very special spot in my memories. Keeping you, all the family and friends affected in heartfelt prayers.
Jane Campbell
Saturday, January 9, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you during this difficult time. I was a small child when he would come over to our house and sing and play music with my brother Ray Ford. May he rest in peace and breathe easy. Jane Ford Campbill.
Gary & Anna Gipson
Friday, January 8, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family. We didn't know him but we did know the Dover family.
Tommy & Thyra Garrick
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Mary & Doug, so sorry for your loss of husband and father. Our prayers are with you along with the rest of your family.
Tommy Green
Thursday, January 7, 2016
My condolences to the Ervin Dover family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ervin and I worked together at Stone Container for over 30 years. Ervin was a good christian man and friend. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Scott Clement
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Doug and Judy, so sorry for your family's loss. Thinking of you all, Scott Clement
The Mckenzie's
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Rest in peace.
Martha Smith
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Ray Dover is still with us with the GREAT memories we have. Our two families go back many years. There are the Christmas Parties where Ray and my Dad worked. The games at the ball park. Ray and Mary's 25 th Wedding Anniversary party at my house. Then their 50th Anniversary party just to list a few memiores. My heart goes out to the family. Love you all and each of you are in my thoughts and prayers.Ray is in a lot better place than we are and he is with Dennis and others that went to Heaven before him.
David Helm
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
sorry for Your Loss of Ray
Sincerely Yours:
David Helm
Steve & Connie Wheeler
Max & Bonnie Dawson
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Our Prayers are with the Family during your loss of your beloved Husband and Father, grand-paw
and great-grand-paw may his goodness surround you each and his Love protect you in the coming weeks, Ray is resting in the arm of his Heavenly Father, no pain but perfect peace until we all see him again.
Liz Neal
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Mary, my heart is so sad for you and your family......Ray enjoyed life and I enjoyed his cheerfullness. Love all of you.
Gladys Brashear
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
So sorry for your loss.
Joan Roddy
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. My late husband, Kenneth Roddy, and I got to know Ray at the Burger Center in Melbourne. He was a really sweet guy. He will be missed by many.
Hugs and prayers, Joan Roddy.
Peggy Dale Thurnau
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Mary and family. our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I have known Ervin Ray as long as I can remember, Finley Creek Church and Mt. Pleasant School. Our mothers were good friends.
God's blessings and comfort to each of you!
Everett and Peggy Dale Thurnau
Sherry Anderson
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Mary, Doug, and family, mom and I are praying for you all. Such a painful time but knowing Ray Is in heaven with Dennis is so calming.
Love you all,
Sherry Anderson and
Mary Thompson
Pat
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Mary, Doug and Family: I'm so sorry for the loss of Ray. I will miss Ray asking me about my bathing suit, which he did every time I saw him since I was 10 or 11. He got the biggest kick out of my saying I didn't want him to see me in my bathing suit. He loved teasing me about that and I would have been disappointed if he hadn't. He will be missed for sure. You are all in my prayers. Love you all.