of Norfork, AR
October 30, 1954 - April 6, 2025
Mr. Cecil Chism, 70, of Norfork, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Cecil was born on October 30, 1954, in Culp, Arkansas, to the late Glen and Lena Jarlene (Branscum) Chism.
Cecil lived a life rich with adventure and love for the great outdoors. As a professional river guide, he shared his passion for nature with countless adventurers. He was also renowned as an avid hunter and trapper, mastering the art of capturing various furbearing critters, from raccoons to bobcats and beyond.
Nearly 50 years ago, Cecil married Donna, his beloved wife and lifelong companion. Together, they built a family rooted in love and respect. Cecil is survived by Donna and their three sons: Keith C. Chism of Briarcliff, AR; Stan Chism (Sandra) of Wasilla, AK; and Calvin Coy (Vicki) of Norfork, AR. His legacy continues through his 11 grandchildren: Trey, Maddex, Hunter, Nathalie, Tanner, Jaylah, Evelyn, Claire, Kaitlyn, Savannah, and Malori, as well as his three great-grandchildren: Ava, Lawson, and Asher. Cecil is also survived by his brother, Kennith Chism (Lisa); sisters Helen Woods (Joe), Connie Corter, and Lisa Stubbs; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Cecil was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Lena Chism, and his brothers Paul Chism, Vernon Lee Chism, and Melvin Lee Chism.
Cecil will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, his dedication to family, and his deep-rooted love for the Arkansas outdoors. His presence will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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40 Condolence(s)
Will a Cope
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Donna you are in my thoughts and prayers the days ahead will be tough but God can help you through love you
Johnny Light
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Sorry for your loss Donna and the family . It was always fun to sit and talk with Cecil . He never saw me and start talking to me . He was a great guy . Prayers for all of you
Jim Freeman
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Love and prayers during this time of loss. May God be with you all. Hang on to those precious memories of Cecil to carry you.
Dennis Lamb
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Donna, kids and all of Cecil's family my thoughts and prayers to all of you. Cecil was a character back in our growing up days around Culp and Norfork. Always had a quit wit and could tell some stories even back then. He could smile and then put a smile on about any bodies face just talking and listening to him. I know he will be missed by all that had a chance to know him.
Bruce and Tina Benton
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Oh Donna and family so sorry for your loss, many prayers to you in this most difficult time.
Deborah Johnson
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
So sorry Donna and boys praying for you and the family !
Adam Parnell
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
He will be missed always!!!!
Naomi & Wesley Dickerson
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Ciecel was a good man and will be dearly missed.
Brent K. Alexander
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Tara Dragoo
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
My sincere condolences to all who loved Cecil. I enjoyed hearing the many childhood stories of visiting the Arkansas cousins from my mom, Marsha (Chism) Dragoo.
Janet Rorie
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Donna, Helen and families, so sorry to hear the loss of Cecil. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patricia Sierra
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
I meet you and your beautiful wife once.
I sat and listened to your stories. I glad I did.
Dale Goodson
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
keeping you and your family in our prayers, Always glad to see Cecil, good man.
Rose Stout
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Donna, deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family and loved ones. Sending lots of love and kindness to you all and we are so sorry for your loss.
Rose (Pool) Stout and family
Debra Mosher
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
My husband Greg, my son Matt and I loved having Cecil guide us over the past 30 yrs. He was a kind man with a big heart and a great sense of humor.
Please know our prayers are with you all and he will be greatly missed.
Brenda and Terry Branscum
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Our heart and prayers goes out to the family.
Kristin
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Donna, and family.....I'm sorry for your terrible loss. I know he was a good husband, dad, and grandpa. He will be missed. RIP
Karen Greve
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Sorry for your loss. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Amanda Rand Cujak
Monday, April 7, 2025
Donna and family -May time ease your sorrow and leave in it’s place a cherished memory. Sending you love and comfort.
Brenda Swindle
Monday, April 7, 2025
You will be missed Cecil!
Love to his family!
Anna Shetron ( Wanda Ann )
Monday, April 7, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Love you!
Linda and Jerry Foster
Monday, April 7, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family
Patty Kotlicky
Monday, April 7, 2025
Oh, Donna, please accept my deepest sympathies at the loss of your husband. Lifting you andour family up in prayer. Sending you a virtual hug...
Sandy Johnson
Monday, April 7, 2025
Many prayers for all of you. Sending love and hugs
Rest in Peace Cecil.
Sandy (chism) & Jake Johnson
Judy+Earnest Teegarden
Monday, April 7, 2025
So sorry to hear of Cecils passing Love prayers and sympathy to the familyRest in peace !
Melinda Atchison Webb
Monday, April 7, 2025
So sorry for your loss sending love and prayers to his loved ones and friends!
Love ,
Melinda Atchison Webb
Heather (Beard)
Monday, April 7, 2025
Praying for all of you during this time. There's plenty of stories i remember of Cecil growing up. He loved his hunting and fishing for sure. I remember him being good at his cards, dominoes, teasing Donna by giving her a hard time and making her laugh a lot, and playing that Atari to beat Keith and Stan every time on high score lol. He enjoyed watching his boys playing basketball and baseball. You will not be forgotten.
Sandra Jenkins
Monday, April 7, 2025
Donna, thoughts and prayers for you and the family
Shirley Slaughter
Monday, April 7, 2025
Prayers for Donna and family.
Marvell linck
Monday, April 7, 2025
Belinda & Dennis Rogers
Monday, April 7, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you May the Lord continue to strengthen, guide you and give you all peace in knowing that Cecil is with the Lord.
Andria Mcgowen
Monday, April 7, 2025
My thoughts an prayers are with you all. Lots of love to you Cecil an Donna.
Stan Chism
Monday, April 7, 2025
Love you dad!!
Elliott & Roberta Golmon
Monday, April 7, 2025
Prayers for the family, he
will be missed.
Elliott and Roberta
Jerry Zelk
Monday, April 7, 2025
Rest in Peace, Cecil.
Vanessa Smith
Monday, April 7, 2025
So sorry for your loss, keeping the family in my thoughts & prayers.
Patsy Tilley
Monday, April 7, 2025
Donna I am sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family
Patsy Tilley
Monday, April 7, 2025
Donna I am sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family
Donna Chism
Monday, April 7, 2025
My love and prayers .
larry gene cox
Sunday, April 6, 2025
god speed rest in peace