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 to 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.
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7 Condolence(s)
Sandra Hall Ray
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Sorry to hear about Earl Wayne. My prayers go out to the family.
Norma Jean and James Bentley l will get thinking about both of you
Charlotte Lawson
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Norma, Stefanie & Candace may God wrap His loving arms around you & give you comfort in your time of grief. Please know you are all in my prayers.
Roby Hall
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Sorry to hear about Earl Wayne. My condolences to the family. Norma Jean and James Bentley I'll be thinking about y'all through this tough time.
Mary Baker
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Norma Jean I am praying for you and your family that God would give each of you comfort during this time and the days to come.
Durrell and Pearl Newell
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Well, going to miss sitting on the porch talking with you old man! We had some good laughs , and a lot of tears when EJ passed away .. But we all knew that was the part that took you down hard .. Now your both together .. Keep a watch out still on us over her Buddie .. I already miss you dearly .. Till we meet in that Beautiful Mansion God prepares for us All who makes it .. See buddy
Deborah Allred-Tacker
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
My deepest sympathy to the family. Prayers of peace and comfort for you in the days and weeks to come
Darlene McGhee
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Norma Jean I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for comfort and peace for you!a