of Marshall, AR
September 20, 1942 - April 3, 2024
Darrell Gene Pemberton, age 81, of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Baptist Health Hospital in Conway, Arkansas with his family at his side. He was born in Marshall, Arkansas on September 20, 1942 to Charlie and Eller Horton Pemberton. Darrell married the love of his life, Lena Rainbolt Pemberton on July 5, 1961. They then welcomed two daughters, Angela Renee Pemberton Johnson and Gena Lenee Pemberton Wallis.
Darrell graduated from Marshall High School in1960 and went straight to work. He spent his life on the road as an over the road truck driver for many different companies. He loved his work life, but valued his family even more. He was a deacon in the Baptist Church and a current member of Morning Star Baptist. Darrell lived his life for the Lord and would tell anyone he met about his Savior and share his testimony. In his spare time, he could be found taking care of the family farm, his grandchildren and even in front of the television enjoying Razorback sports. His caring, generous and loving heart will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survivors include his wife of almost 63 years, Lena Rainbolt Pemberton of Marshall; his two children, Angie Johnson (Roger) of Marshall, Gena Wallis (Tony) of Gassville; five grandchildren, Andrea Wallis, Erika Treat (Justin), Corey Wallis, Jordan Banasiak (Doug) and Rylie Johnson and five great-grandchildren, Keegan Wallis, Keeley Rose, Jordan James, Ashlyn and Kobe Banasiak. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Eller Pemberton; in-laws, George and Blanche Rainbolt; three brothers, J.C., Devon and Charlie Pemberton; sister, Birthel Stephenson and infant son, Sam Pemberton.
Funeral services for Darrell will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at East Lawn Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas where he will be laid to rest beside his parents. Bro. Rick Montgomery will officiate. Pallbearers will be Corey Wallis, Keegan Wallis, Roger Johnson, Justin Treat, Cory Treadwell and Jeff Rainbolt. Honorary pallbearers will be Albert Maze, Alan Maze, Tony Wallis, Norbert Novak, Joe Dale Ward and the McDonald's Coffee Crew. A special thank you to Sonny Woods, all of those that brought food, gifts, sent comforting messages and above all, the numerous prayers for the family during this tumultuous time.
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30 Condolence(s)
Carylene Gentry
Monday, April 29, 2024
Dear Lena and family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Darrell. May God hold you all close as you grieve. He was a good man and a great neighbor. Holler if you need anything.
Amanda Casey
Monday, April 8, 2024
So sorry for ur loss, I always remembered seeing you at church when I went with My great granny Tilley at First Baptist Church.
Sid and Lea Ann Lowranve
Sunday, April 7, 2024
It was sad to hear of your loss. I am sorry I didn't find out until today Sunday 7th. You have such a great friend while we worked at the Federal building. He was a great man and always that great smile. May God bless you and the girls.
Samuel Hale
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Darrell was a brother and a friend who will be missed by those who loved him. I borrowed his neck tie to have my picture made for graduation from High School, He gave me his last .14 cent to go to a movie with him when we were kids. Lena, you made good choice when you chose Darrell. God give this family comfort and memories to comfort their sorrow until tomorrow.
Twilia Steen
Sunday, April 7, 2024
So sorry for the loss in your family. May God bless your family and friends in this time of need. My mom knew the Pemberton’s for a long time. They are related to my aunt Janice Massey. Well he is no longer suffering and is at peace.
Brenda Lewis
Saturday, April 6, 2024
I am so very sorry for your loss and praying for you during this time.
Angie Fore
Saturday, April 6, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Darrells passing.
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Burt and Jackie Glenn
Saturday, April 6, 2024
So sorry to learn about Darrell. He was a good friend. I remember him from his days at the Citgo Service Station and playing softball together on the Citgo team. Rest in Peace old friend.
Jeannie Lillo
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Gena & family: I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the Lord and all family and friends.
Jeana Tilley Sherman
Saturday, April 6, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Darrell was blessed with a beautiful family who will greatly miss him. May God comfort you all. Your family is in our hearts & prayers.
Greg and Angie New
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Angie and Roger we are so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Coy & Sue Hotyon
Friday, April 5, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Darrell was a good man and will be missed,
Carolyn Weeks Milam
Friday, April 5, 2024
Lena, so sorry for your loss. I’ll keep you in my prayers. Thinking of you. Carolyn.
Danna Wise
Friday, April 5, 2024
Iam so sorry for your loss
Barbara Smith
Friday, April 5, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the Lord and all family and friends.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Friday, April 5, 2024
Lena , we’re so sorry to hear about Darrell passing away. Our son Doug sure thought a lot of Darrell, and thinks a lot of you.
We know he was a good Christian man , and that’s the most important thing in this life, being a Born again Christian.
We send you all our deepest sympathy, love, and prayers.
D. L. & Peggy Adams
Friday, April 5, 2024
We are thinking of your family with thoughts and prayers.
Joe and Melba Ward
Friday, April 5, 2024
We were so sorry to hear about Darrell. We thought a lot of him. Prayers for all. Love you
Nathan and Bridget (Horton) Treadwell
Friday, April 5, 2024
We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our prayers.
Jeff and Laura Smith
Friday, April 5, 2024
We are so sorry to hear that Uncle Darrell has passed. Sending prayer for his family. Love to all! Jeff and Laura Smith
Ritchie and Reva Morrison
Friday, April 5, 2024
We are so sorry to hear about Darrell’s passing. I know you are going to miss him, but he will suffer no more and we will all see him again soon.
Shirley and Cliff Ragland
Friday, April 5, 2024
SO SORRY Lena
Our Prayers are with you and your family
Janet Hubbard Rainbolt and Jeff
Friday, April 5, 2024
We are so sorry about Darrell. We're going to miss our visits with Darrell and Lena and family. So many good memories we all have. Raising our families together but Darrell has gone on to be with God, his family and George and Blanche, my Mother and Dad and my son-in-law Anthony King and many others and one day soon we will all meet again and, oh, what rejoicing there will be. Lena praying for strength for you and your family during this difficult time. We love you.
Paul Ray and Mary Lois Halsted
Friday, April 5, 2024
Lena you have our deepest sympathy prayers for you and family enjoyed visiting with you last week
mary m castleman
Thursday, April 4, 2024
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you in this hour of grief and may he give you strength to heal from the loss of your loved one.
Larry & Mary Castleman
Shirley J. Gray
Thursday, April 4, 2024
My thoughts and prays are with the Pemberton family. Darrell and Lena were my neighbors for many years and were Great neighbors. I remember when Darrell had the wreck in CA, God was not ready to call him home at that time. Darrell has gained his wings now and no more pain!
Albert, Anna,Anthony,Angie&Alan Maze
Thursday, April 4, 2024
One of the best brother in laws and uncles anyone could ever have. We sure are going to miss you Darrell. We know you are now healed and running with Jesus on streets of gold. We will see you again soon. We love you.
Sam Pemberton
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to the family, a precious member of the Pemberton family will be remembered. We're praying for you during this time
Lacy Lynn Smith
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Miss Lena
We are so sorry to hear this about Mr Darrell. Great man that loved the LORD and his family. He will be missed by all and we have you in our prayers and sending so much love to you and your family.
DON CAMPBELL
Thursday, April 4, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss and our prayers will be for you and your family that the Lord would comfort you in your time of need. He was a good friend of mine. and Certainly will be missed. Don & Delores