of Trumann, AR

November 3, 1954 - February 16, 2025

Earl Wayne Dorris, 70, of Trumann, Arkansas passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. Earl was born on November 3, 1954 in West Memphis, Arkansas.

Earl enjoyed carpentry and took great pride in his work, until an injury sent him into retirement. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He got peace knowing he would soon be reunited with his son, E.J.

He is survived by his daughters, Stefanie (Gunnar) Wilson of Trumann, Arkansas, Candace (Rusty) Lawson of Fort Gibson, OK; his mother, Norma Herndon, Erin Pitts of Mississippi, Mindy Cummings of Mississippi; brother, James Bentley Herndon (Angela) of Cherokee Village, AR and 8 grandchildren, Cheyenne Needler of Trumann, AR, Hunter Wilson of Trumann, AR, Emery and Elijah Lawson of Fort Gibson, OK, Elijah, Chloe, Allison, Maliyah Dorris of West Memphis, AR.

He was preceded in death by his son, Earl Wayne Dorris II (E.J.) and his stepfather, Bobby Peak.

A special thanks to the caring staff at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice house for all they did to comfort him as he passed.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com