of Paris, AR
November 2, 1948 - February 22, 2017
Phillip Willhite, 68 of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was born on November 2, 1948 in Paris to his parents, Joshua and Myrtle (Reese) Willhite. He was retired from River Valley Animal Foods in Scranton where he worked for 17 years and always enjoyed hunting and fishing. Phillip was a United States Army Veteran.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joshua and Myrtle (Reese) Willhite and his brother, Samuel Willhite.
He is survived by his daughters, Sherry Willhite Dotts of Poteau, Oklahoma and Regina Willhite of Paris, Arkansas; three sisters, Shirley Shearer of Phoenix, Arizona, Amanda Smith of Arkoma, Oklahoma and Nona DeLoach of St. Augustine, Florida; six brothers, Joshua Willhite of Ozark, Arkansas, Leon Willhite of Tempe, Arizona, Reuben Willhite of Sunnyvale, California, Andy Willhite of Paris, Arkansas, George Willhite of Paris, Arkansas and David Willhite of Fort Smith, Arkansas and one grandson.
A memorial visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 p.m., on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M., on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Fort Smith National Cemetery officiated by Rev. Reba Rollans . Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Honorary pallbearer will be Charlie Walker, Keith Willems, Bob Geels, Bob Snow, Michael Paul Henderson, Dewayne Hicks and Harlan Gattis.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Paris Boys & Girls Club, 717 N. 5th Street, Paris, AR 72855.
Our condolences go out to Phillip's family, especially all those brothers that my brother and I used to hunt and fish and chop cotton with. Phillip was a good friend when we were kids. I have fond memories of all the things we did together, a lot of which got us into trouble. We drifted apart but I have never forgotten him. May you rest in peace, Phillip Willhite. It was my privilege to know you and call you friend.
Mike & Paula Anderson
So sorry about Phillip. I remember fishing with him and uncle Walter and aunt Ruth down at the end of the road. That was many many years ago
So sorry for the family's loss. Larry enjoyed a lot of good times fishing and working with Phillip.
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. The family will be in our thoughts & prayers.
You will be missed dear friend.