of Newark, AR
September 20, 1975 - September 12, 2016
John Downs, 40, of Newark, died Monday, September 12, 2016 at his home.
He was born in Bardstown, Kentucky on September 20, 1975; the son of John Bennie and Esther Eva (Wells) Downs.
Survivors are his daughter, Victoria Lynn Downs of Bardstown, Kentucky; his mother, Esther Downs of Batesville; brothers, Kevin and Jason Clark both of Florence, Kentucky; sister, Jinny Clark, also of Florence; one aunt; two uncles; and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Bennie Downs, and one aunt, Helen Williams.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at Center Grove Cemetery in Charlotte with Bro. Nick Eanes of Quail Valley Baptist Church and Gary Douzat officiating.
Arrangements are by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
So sorry to hear of John Keith's passing. I remember those bright eyes and wonderful smile when Bennie would bring him in the store in Bardstown for a treat so many years ago. May he be at peace.
John Keith Was my Brother my Best friend We have been thru it all Good And Bad we had big plans for the near future but God took you home Rip Brother I love ya and miss ya fly high Cream Corn
Ester, we are so saddened to hear of your loss. We didn't know John very long but will always remember him for his smile and friendliness. We know that John had asked the Lord to be his savior and hope that gives you some comfort. May God bless and comfort you and your family at this time of loss.
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of John! He was such a kind, pleasant person who seemed eager to help others. I'm thankful to have known John. I pray for you Ester, and all other family and friends.
Fly free my cousin!! No more pain no more hurt!!! Shorty will be with u now till we all can meet again!!! I Love You John Keith!!!!
Aunt Ester, Marge and I are so sorry because we know how you feel. There is no answer to your question of why. Prays alone will get you through this time. We love you.
Tom and Marge
Esther my heart cries for you! I'm sending a card & gift to the funeral home for you.Wish I could talk but no phone#.Know I love you Sweetie--hugs SISSY
I read of the passing of your loved one and wanted to express my sympathy to your family. Although we do not know each other, I remember losing my best friend some years ago. I received condolences from people I didn't know and this was comforting to me. Therefore, I decided to do the same in hopes that it might add to the love and support you receive from family and friends. Also, God feels for you in your pain and provides comfort in times of difficulty. (1 Peter 5:7; 2 Corinthians 1:3,4) May these thoughts also strengthen you during this extremely difficult time.
My heart goes out to the family and friends. John Keith was a good guy and I am shocked to hear of his passing. Blue skies my friend, until we meet again.
Ester and family. words cannot express how i felt when i heard the news. God bless each one of you during this extremely difficult time.
My heart is broken over the loss of my brother John Keith. I will carry you in my heart for the rest of my days until we meet again one day. I love you forever my little brother...from your big sis Jenny and your little buddies/nieces and nephew Megan, Chris and Katie