of Marshall, AR
January 21, 1944 - February 9, 2022
Gerald Edmund Eaton, age 78 of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, February 9th, 2022 at NARMC in Harrison. He was born on January 21st, 1944 in Marshall, Arkansas to Henry Peter Eaton and Celia Thompson Eaton.
Gerald had a successful career hanging drywall followed by a retirement spent cutting timber. He enjoyed trips to casinos, the morning coffee tours around town and joking with everyone he met. Gerald loved his friends, having cookouts and helping people whenever he could.
Survivors include his children, Edwin Eaton of Marshall, Valerie Shawn Wallis and husband David of Marshall and Bavette Battern and husband Dennis of Branson, MO; six grandchildren, Bridget Eaton of Tilly, Chelsea (Talon) Anderson of Hector, Justin (Carissa) Eaton of Summit, Caitlin (Jeremy) Carter of Huntsville, Wendi (Clayton) Lesley, also of Marshall and Teri (Michael) Trujillo of Branson; ten great-grandchildren, Grace, Emmalyn, Cadence, Melody, Aria, Cassidy, Isabella, Xavier, Teagan and Triztan; one great-great grandson, Jud; sister, Wilma Ratchford; and a host of extended family and friends who will mourn his passing.
Gerald is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Celia Eaton; his wife of 54 years, Drucilla Ann Eaton who passed away in 2016; and siblings, Willard E. Eaton, Willodean H. Hancock and Wanda Fay Rea.
Graveside memorial services for Gerald will be 12:00 PM Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 at East Lawn Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas.
Sorry for your loss
Prayers for the family.
Prayers of peace and comfort for your entire family.
My deepest condolences to the Gerald Eaton family. I only got to visit Uncle Gerald and our family at Christmas time during my childhood years, and then occasionally as an adult. I remember his quiet smile and his love for drinking warm Dr Pepper! On the years we had snow, he would lead the horse so that all of us younger cousins could go for a sled ride. I also enjoyed hearing Uncle Gerald and my brother, Bill, reminiscing their childhood experiences and laughing together. RIP Uncle Gerald.
Sad to hear of Gerald passing. Love to visit with him at George Daniel store. Gave him a few feral hog for his family to enjoy. May God Bless you all!
Sid
Our deepest sympathy
Praying for the family
So sorry to hear this. Prayers for the family.
We are so sorry for you loss!
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Praying for your family
Praying for your family
Leroy Sullins and family
We want to send our heartfelt condolences to the family. We are thinking about you and praying for you at this difficult time. Early in the life of Bill and Gerald they had many wonderful times and experiences.
Sorry for the family's loss, remembering you Bridget, in prayer.
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends.
Prayers for family
Larry and I were very sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. He was a long time friend of ours for years and we always enjoyed his humor. Rest In Peace Gerald. We will miss you.
So very sorry for you loss. Prayers for peace and comfort during this time . Lisa Manes
Sure will miss that old man and the cookouts parties at the barn! .. ms Dru was my first client as a PCA here. They made the mileage worth it to be able to visit with her and Gerald (after his trip to town), and weekend visits for a "social life" ... 😥🙠Prayers for the family for I understand the pain and sadness! Though I am looking more and more forward to Heaven 🥰
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers for the family. We'll miss him.
Sad to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Our sincerest condolences and prayers for Gerald’s family. I remember Gerald from my childhood…his mom and dad, Celia and Henry, hold special memories for me as part of my church family growing up.