of Marianna, AR
January 16, 1935 - November 13, 2020
Roy Day Callaway, 85, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away peacefully, at home, Friday, November 13, 2020. He was born January 16, 1935 in Moro, Arkansas to Leroy and Jennie Lee Callaway. He is survived by his wife, Dottie, of 62 years, one son, Todd Callaway (Dana) of Hamburg, Arkansas, one daughter Leigh Ann Hinkle (Billy Don) of Moro, Arkansas, two grandchildren, Conner Callaway and Kelbe Callaway and a host of nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and one infant grandson Colby Callaway.
He loved his church family and was a dedicated member of the First Christian Church of Marianna. He respected the flag and what it stands for and was honored to have served his country in the Army National Guard from 1953 to 1959. He was a member of the Paul Benham, Jr., Post number 5, American Legion and was also a 32nd degree Mason.
He was an avid collector and spent many hours looking for arrowheads and civil war artifacts. He enjoyed carving walking sticks, by hand, from various kinds of wood he found during his time outdoors. He developed a love for hunting and the outdoors early on with his Dad, and in later years, with his son, grandchildren, and friends. He also loved traveling and was able to enjoy many trips with his family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Christian Church of Marianna or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
Interment: Oak Grove Cemetery in Moro, Arkansas, Brother Max E. Goins officiating.
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home is observing guidelines regarding COVID-19. We ask that all attendees please observe social distancing. When indoors or when social distancing cannot be observed, please wear a mask.
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21 Condolence(s)
Faye Ripper lyons
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Am so sorry to hear about your loss. Mr. Roy was an awesome man. I remember him well and going to church with your family. My prayers are with you and your family
Tim Houston
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
So sorry for your loss ..Mr Roy was a good man....Mrs Dotting and Leigh ann and Todd prayers and peace to you all
Lanny and Sharon Bosnick
Monday, November 16, 2020
We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our hearts and prayers, the Lanny Bosnick Family
Treva Carlow
Sunday, November 15, 2020
We are thinking of you in your time of deep sorrow. We can be glad knowing that Mr. Roy is with God, now.
Robin & Pam Johnson
Sunday, November 15, 2020
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Roy was such a humble man and surely loved his family. May he rest in peace.
Belinda Ripper
Sunday, November 15, 2020
Hugs and love dear MS Dottie, Todd, Leigh Ann and family. Mr. Roy was a kind and gentle man and I always felt at home with your family like my own. I love the memories of dad and Mr. Roy telling stories and jokes and laughing so hard! You know the kind of laughter that makes you laugh if it's funny or not!
Thankful we will all be together again one fine day 💕🙌🙌
Kristy Whitworth Wheeler
Sunday, November 15, 2020
Our prayers are with you, Ms. Dottie, Todd, Leigh Ann and your family. May God hold and comfort you in this time and moving forward. We loved Mr. Roy and have fond memories of fishing with him and listening to his stories! We know that he and Dad are having a joyous reunion in Heaven! Much love,
Betty, Belinda, Melanie and Kristy
Lisa Atkins
Sunday, November 15, 2020
Our deepest condolences to you, Todd, Lee Ann, and family. Our dads were of a great generation and that generation is about gone. We certainly cherish them. He was an awesome, Godly, man from reading his obituary. His legacy has been passed down to you all. FBC In Reach
MUCH LOVE!
Dennis Watkins
Sunday, November 15, 2020
From the members of Post # 5 of Marianna, you are in out thoughts and prayers.
Dennis Watkins CMD.
Annette Hamilton
Sunday, November 15, 2020
My prayers for your family during this difficult time.
Kay and David White
Saturday, November 14, 2020
We loved Mr Roy. Praying for the family. God bless.
Margaret Ann Kirk
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Dottie I so sorry for the loss of your dear husband. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories you all shared.
Camille Bryant
Saturday, November 14, 2020
My thought and prayers are with all of the family. So sorry for your loss.
barbara atkins
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Dottie I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will be praying for your family. I remember your family when we were neighbor's. Barbara "Shannon" Atkins
Pat Alldredge Fortune
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Dear Dottie,
My thoughts are with you and I know how this hurts as I lost my husband of 52 yrs 3 years ago. Prayers
Oliver and Sandra Humphreys
Saturday, November 14, 2020
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley Houston
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Dottie,Leigh Ann, Todd , so sorry for your loss. May you feel God’s Loving Arms around you during these dark days. Much love and many prayers coming your way.
Jim Benham
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Fine memories of a fine gentleman. Prayers for the Family.
Joanne Webb
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Dear Dottie,
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Tommy and sue triplett
Friday, November 13, 2020
So sorry for your loss keeping you in our prayers
mike spath
Friday, November 13, 2020
Mrs Dottie ,Todd and Leigh Ann, and families, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Roy from telephone office and growing up. He was always so cheerful. I remember him coming into my daddys store and talking to us. We will all miss him. May God hold him till we see him again.