of Shirley, AR
July 5, 1956 - January 3, 2025
Donald Bruce Delk, 68, of Shirley, Arkansas passed away on January 03, 2025. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on July 05, 1956. He is preceded in death by his father, Cecil Ray Delk; his mother, Tommie Dean (Majors) Delk; his sister, Glenda Evans and twin brother, Ronald (RD) Delk, Sr
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Donald was a retired paramedic from Little Rock when he moved to Shirley many years ago. He worked at the boat factory in Clinton and did lawn care maintenance for Fairfield Bay. He enjoyed time with his family and friends, traveling, fishing, motorcycles, auctions, dancing, music and more. Donald also loved to help with the community children on holidays.
He is survived by his daughter, Jilian Thomas of Washington, DC; sisters, Shirley McKenzie (Ralph) of East End, Sherry Chapman (Roger) of Conway and brother, Johnny Delk of Clinton. Donald also ''adopted'' (as he said) his twin's children, Ronald Delk, Jr. and Christina (Delk) Folden. and grandchildren; Johnathan Pipkin, Jessica Ellison; numerous other nieces and nephews.
The family will have a graveside service on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Shiloh Crossroads Cemetery in Higden, Arkansas. There will be a potluck dinner and gathering of family and friends after the service at the Shirley Community Center 489 HWY W , Shirley, AR 72153.
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12 Condolence(s)
Rebbell N Watts
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Twist the throttle my friend, you're almost home.
Martha mulford
Monday, January 20, 2025
Sherry and family, So very sorry for the loss of your brother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Hackett
Monday, January 13, 2025
We're gonna miss you D. Many traveled days.
Thank you for being a friend. RIP
Dori (Delk) Revello
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Teresa kirkendoll
Saturday, January 11, 2025
You will be missed my friend. Your smile always warmed the hearts of many. Fun times we all had together. Jerry and I thought a lot of you. Our deepest sympathies for your family during this time. RIP DD
Joe norris
Thursday, January 9, 2025
D was my friend, we logged a few miles on the highways together. Gonna miss ya Brother
Melissa Tyler
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Love ya D Til we meet agin my friend. Love and prayers to family and friends
Tommy and Charlotte Delk
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Rip in peace .
Blakely Wahl
Thursday, January 9, 2025
William Sowell
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
my friend and neighbor for many years.
Diana L Jones
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
A good guy and a good friend. Loved playing cards with him and listening to his stories. You'll be missed my friend. Prayers to all his loved ones.
Joyce and Rick Berry
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
It breaks our hearts with Donald’s passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family. He was such a great guy. Loved our talks, debates, and banter. Will miss him very much.