of Little Rock, AR
July 12, 1949 - December 9, 2021
Herbert (Herb) Taylor DeLone, of Little Rock, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 with family and close friends at his side. He was 72.
Born in El Dorado on July 12, 1949, Herb graduated from El Dorado High School in 1967 and continued his education at Henderson State College, where he played first base and right field for the Reddies baseball team. In his senior year he led the team in hits with 44 for the season. After earning a B.A. degree, Herb joined his family's business, Maxwell Drilling, founded in El Dorado in 1972; he worked there until 1988.
He then transitioned from the oil and gas industry to financial services, starting in the Trust department at Simmons Bank and eventually moving to the bank's Investments department. In his new role Herb found a passion for private investment and wealth management and went on to work as an investment adviser with companies including UBS Financial Services and ProEquities Inc. (now Concourse Financial Group).
Herb was an avid hunter and golfer and a loyal Oaklawn patron. He was a camera operator in the TV Ministry at Immanuel Baptist Church of Little Rock for many years and actively involved in his Sunday school class.
Predeceased by his parents, Maurice Taylor DeLone and Maxwell Stow DeLone, Herb is survived by his wife of 27 years, Kathy Vining DeLone; daughters, Melody Sue DeLone and Natalie Taylor DeLone of Little Rock; brother, Maxwell Stow DeLone Jr. (Susan) of El Dorado; nieces, Heather Allmendinger (Scott) and Christi Whitmire (Chris) of Little Rock; and a host of great-nieces, great-nephews and other extended family members.
A memorial service will be held Friday, December 17, at 1:00 p.m. at Immanuel Baptist Church (501 N. Shackleford Rd.), followed by a visitation. Arrangements are by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Strong Hearts Rehabilitation Center at Arkansas Heart Hospital.
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45 Condolence(s)
Karan Hughes
Sunday, January 2, 2022
I am so saddened to hear about this news about Herb. He and my husband, Randy Hughes, were Reddie baseball players at Henderson. They were such good friends. Randy used to tell funny stories about Herb. It’s sad that through the years we all lost touch with one another - and here we are all in Little Rock area now. I’m sorry for your loss. May God bless you with peace.
Amber Jett
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
I am saddened to hear of the loss of Herb. Im a hairstylist and I cut Herb’s hair for years. He was (always) on time for his appointments. He will be missed. My condolences to the family.
Donna and David Cone
Sunday, December 19, 2021
KV,
We just learned of Herb’s passing and are so sorry for your loss. We will put you and your family in our prayers. May God bless you and your family and grant you Peace.
Deb & Shayne Crawford
Saturday, December 18, 2021
Melody, Natalie, Kathy & Stow, The Crawfords are praying for you. We have many fond memories of Herbie. He had an infectious smile & he will be missed by many.
Chuck and Carol Tennyson
Friday, December 17, 2021
I'm sure going to miss Herb. He was a great friend, customer and fellow South Arkansas homeboy.
RIP Herb!! God bless the Family!
Pam Carr
Friday, December 17, 2021
Dear Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Herbie and I grew up together in El Dorado, and went on to college together. He and Stow were very good friends of mine. My prayers are with all of you during this time. Praying for comfort and peaceðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Jerry Webster
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Herb and I got to know each other after we moved to the same neighborhood in Little Rock. Even though he went to college at HSU the same years that I attended UCA we knew a lot of the same people from our college years. Many times we would stop on the street and spend some time catching up on mutual friends. Lots of laughs. GREAT GUY.
John C Ford
Thursday, December 16, 2021
May Gods blessings of Comfort and peace be with the Delone family.
Carolyn Bradford
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Sending prayers and hugs to the DeLone family! RIP Herbie! I've known him since the first grade and loved him as a friend. My husband and I enjoyed visiting with him when he would come to Hot Springs! He will be missed!
David Alphin
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Growing up in El Dorado in the 50’s & 60’s, there’s always someplace where kids gather to play ball. From the DeLone’s on Laurie St, to the El Dorado Boys Club. This is where we gathered. These are memories that will live with us the rest of our lives & Herb DeLone was a huge part of this.
Herb left this world way too soon…!!
RIP,
David Alphin
Fayetteville, AR
Nancy Saulsbury Guthrie
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Love and prayers for Herbie and Stowe. Known this family a long time as Max was a good friend of my Dad’s. Herbie was a great guy, always kind, always smiling. These guys grew up to be good men, I’m sure. Haven’t seen them in many years, but could never forget them. I’m confident Herbie is in awe over our Father in heaven, seeing his Mom and Dad, and friends and just the magnificence of his heavenly home. I know it’s amazingly beautiful, greater than our minds can imagine. Love you Herbie!â¤ï¸
Berry Trimble
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
A tremendous friend to so many of us . Our prayers to his wonderful family. We will miss you Herb. Rest in eternal peace
Bill and Becky Meeks
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
So many memories.
Gary Britt
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
RIP Herbie , Its been many years since Northwest and Barton. It looks like you had a wonderful life. Prayers to your family
Tabetha Graves
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Love you
Rhonda Taylor
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
This is Herbie's cousin, Rhonda !
Was Looking forward to seeing him at our Taylor-cousin reunion next year.
But will now Look forward to seeing Herbie on the other side of the veil.
LISA LYONS THOMAS
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Stow & family, So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort. Will miss looking around for Herbie at the Racetrack! Love, Lisa Lyons Thomas
Bill Tarver
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
RIP Herbie. A lifelong family friendship with special memories that will remain until we see you again. God be with you and all your family now. My prayers are with you.
Danny Martindale
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
So very sorry to hear of Herbie’s passing.
Kenny Solley
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Will miss my friend & EHS classmate! Played baseball & basketball beginning at the Boys Club & Jr & Sr Hi. Prayers for your family & friends!
Bernard Turgeon
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Dearest Melody and family - keeping you all in thought and prayer as you suffer this tremendous loss, especially at this time of year. I wish you peace and strength - remain steadfast in your faith - our Creator and Sustainer now holds your Dad gently in the palm of his loving hand.
al miller
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
many a day we gathered at Herbie and Stowe's house on the corner for a game of one sport or another. It sure is hard to believe Herbie has passed. Nothing but fond memories of the entire family being nothing but wonderful to all of us kids that gathered at their home. God bless each and all of the family.
Bill lawrence
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Met Herb at the races years ago thru Terry Blaylock and the Morgan brothers. Great guy,sorry about the families loss.
Steve Leverette
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
My deepest condolences to Herbie’s family for their loss of a fine man. Prayers for God to provide his grace and healing.
Jerry McWilliams
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Good friend and teammate
Cherye Thevenet Riggs
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Thinking n praying for y’all! Love you n know you are very saddened. Always my love n respect
Chris Anderson
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
My prayers going out to the family. Herb was loved by many friends and will be missed I have good memories of the time we spent together working for his dad Maxwell, RIP my friend
Glenn Taplin
Monday, December 13, 2021
Baseball teammate at Henderson, roommate, fraternity brother, and friend. RIP, Herb. You will be missed by us all. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Rogers
Monday, December 13, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Kathy Latimer Thompson
Monday, December 13, 2021
Herbie, as I knew him growing up in El Dorado, was a classmate whom I enjoyed seeing in Hot Springs during race season. His sudden passing leaves a void in many lives. Prayers for those who loved him. ðŸ™ðŸ™
Mike Meeks
Monday, December 13, 2021
Prayers formily
Libbie Terry Dougan
Monday, December 13, 2021
Dear Kathy, Natalie, and, Melody, et al, Please know that I am asking The Holy Spirit to pour His peace and contentment, comfort and joy, down over you all, like warm honey. Herb was a wonderful man. I will miss seeing him at IBC. Sending air hugs and kisses to you all. Wishing you and yours a fabulous Christmas! Blessings! Libbie. PS. Kathy, let me be the first to welcome you to “The Widow’s Clubâ€. The club that nobody wants to be a member of. LTD
Leslie Goff
Monday, December 13, 2021
Melody and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope you find peace and comfort in your memories and the recollections of those who will be missing him along with you. Much love and my deepest condolences to you all.
Phillip Brasher
Monday, December 13, 2021
RIP Herbie as we used to call you. Never thought I would be writing this to your memory. It has been a long time since we first met at Northwest Elementary. Hope you enjoyed a wonderful life.
Wanda and Bill Jett
Monday, December 13, 2021
We are so deeply shocked to learn of Herb’s passing. God bless his family.
Jimmy Crain
Monday, December 13, 2021
One of the best! Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Carole Smith
Monday, December 13, 2021
Dear Kathy:
I am so saddened to hear of Herb’s death. My prayers are with you and your family during these very difficult times
Carole Smith
Betty Wells Runkle
Monday, December 13, 2021
Prayers for the entire family in this difficult time.
Leland Gion
Monday, December 13, 2021
Heartfelt condolences and prayers to Herb's family at this abrupt time.
Kay Bailey
Monday, December 13, 2021
My love and prayers are with the entire DeLone family and friends as we all loved Herb DeLone! My brother, Bobby, has known Herbie and Stow since he was 5 years old at the Boys Club of El Dorado!! They grew up playing sports with each other and at times as rivals all the way through college! As a “little sister†I followed along with our parents watching these guys become like family to each other!! I carry so many memories of years of great times spent together all over the state of Arkansas!! I’m sad that I cannot be at the service Friday! I will be praying for God’s Love and Comfort to surround you with His Strength and Peace in the days ahead! With much love from San Antonio TX, KayCheatwoodBailey
Ann Hyman Mathews
Monday, December 13, 2021
Very sorry for your loss of Herb. Continued prayers for your family. Friend from HSU
Sherry Vaughan Edwards
Monday, December 13, 2021
So sorry to hear about Herb. Family are in my prayers.
Paul Burton
Monday, December 13, 2021
Kathy , I'm so sorry for your loss . I will miss his handicapping advice . You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers .
Terry & Anne Marie Blaylock
Monday, December 13, 2021
Thoughts and prayers for Herb and his family. Going to miss my handicapper, he was a great guy and friend. RIP Herbie
Dave and Lydia Woodman
Monday, December 13, 2021
So sorry to learn of Herb’s loss. He was a friend and a faithful member of the media team at Immanuel. He will be missed.