of Leslie, AR
June 14, 1935 - July 15, 2024
Dykes Daniel Passmore, age 89, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life Monday, July 15th at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born in Leslie, Arkansas on June 14, 1935 to Alton and Neva (Kuykendall) Passmore. Daniel married his high school sweetheart, Maurdiece (Massey) Passmore on January 17, 1955 and they were blessed with two children.
Daniel was known by many nicknames throughout the years including Boone, Rusty and Red, a tribute to his bright copper hair. He was known in his younger years as an exceptional basketball player for the Leslie Bulldogs, on a team made up of at least 3 Passmore boys. After graduation, he worked for Jack Simpkins at the sale barn and drove a cattle truck for many years. He was often seen carrying his hickory stick and facing down the meanest cow in the lot without an ounce of fear in his eyes. Daniel was a master carpenter and could often be found in his workshop perfecting his next project. After retiring, he kept his days busy tending cattle and driving the school bus. He treated every student that rode his bus like they were his own and impacted many young lives. Above all else, Daniel was proud to be a dad and a ''Pa''. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. He loved attending ball games, rodeos, pageants or whatever other activity one of the kids was involved in. He had a special bond with each of his grandchildren and passed down his love of tricks, quick wit and goofy nicknames.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Alton and Neva Passmore; his loving wife of 66 years, Maurdiece Massey Passmore; siblings, Hendrix Passmore, Pete Passmore, Barbara Passmore and Betty Jo Lockerby and grandson, Benjamin Passmore.
Survivors include his daughter, Danna (Donnie) Collins of Dennard; son, Wendel (Valorie) Passmore of Marshall; six grandchildren, Jeanie (Heath) Horton, Eric (April) Collins, Sarah (Clint) Vernon, Justin (Erika) Passmore, Austin (Melissa) Passmore and Victoria (Jonathon) Prout; ten great-grandchildren, Clay Horton, Kelley Daniel (Kiaura) Collins, Augustus Horton, Kennalea Collins, Kyle Vernon, Kinsey Vernon, Bristol Passmore, Kacelyn Vernon, Daniel Eugene Passmore and Luke Prout; siblings, Emma (Ronald) Morrison, Corbet (Lois) Passmore and Bernell Adams and many other extended family who will mourn his passing.
Graveside services for Daniel will be 10:00 AM Monday, July 22nd, 2024 at Elberta Cemetery in Leslie, Arkansas with Bro. Tommy Jolly and Bro. Donnie Collins officiating. Pallbearers will be Eric Collins, Justin Passmore, Austin Passmore, Clay Horton, Kelley Collins, Gus Horton, Kyle Vernon, Daniel E. Passmore and Luke Prout.
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31 Condolence(s)
Teresa & Brian Akin
Sunday, July 21, 2024
Our deepest sympathy for your loss
He was a good man
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Sorry for your loss
Jim McBride and Charlsie
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
We were saddened to learn of Daniel’s passing. We extend deepest condolences to the family.
Mike and Jannie Crow
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Sorry for your loss praying for you all.
Jennifer Rainbolt "Brown
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
So Sorry For Ya'lls Loss, I remember him from Him Driving The School bus when I rode the Bus. Always Nice and Made Sure The Kid's on the Bus were okay and when He Stopped to let the Kid's off The Bus. Prayers for Ya'll. Jennifer Rainbolt" Brown
Tom & Cheryle Elliott
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
We are praying for you.
Ron and Ronda Byer
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to the family.
Gloria Stevens Shannon
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Dana and all of the family, so very sorry to hear of Daniel's passing
Prayers and love during this difficult time and beyond.
Gloria Shannon
Shaun Klatt
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Mr. Passmore,
You will be missed as you made a positive impact on our family from a young age. Ww know that you are celebrating with Jesus in Heaven after being called home. We will keep your family in our prayers and anyways remember your kindness in our lives.
Shaun Klatt
Daphna Keys
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Dana, Wendell and families,
We were sorry to hear about Daniel. He was a good man alots of fun during the times of Basketball games. Ya'll are in our thoughts and prayer.
Love
Daphna and Jimmy Keys
Peggy Adams
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Don Bush
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
We are so very sorry for your loss. Daniel was one of a kind. Dana and Wendel plus all the grandkids I know you will miss him terribly. Praying Gods blessings while your morn the loss of your loved one.
Joyce G Brewer
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Condolence to all his loving family and friends. George and I will miss all of Daniel's wonderful stories of his life and mischief that he got into growing up. Daniel and Maurdiece were wonderful neighbors and we will miss them dearly.
Sally Wilson
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
I loved that man and will miss himWe have had lots of good laughs and he was always ready help Prayers and love to all
John and Kay Branscum and Pauline Blough
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Such fond memories, They were both great friends for years and will be missed by all who knew him. (and her). Praying for the family.
Bruce and Charlotte Housley
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Sending prayers for peace and comfort as you find your way through this
Brenda Lewis
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
I am so very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Daniel. I will be praying for all of you during this time.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
We are so sorry to hear about Daniel passing away. We send you all our deepest sympathy, and prayers.
pam klunk
Monday, July 15, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about Daniel, I enjoyed visiting with him while he was driving the bus. Prayers of comfort and peace.
Rhonda and Larry Rowlett
Monday, July 15, 2024
Sending all your family love and prayers at this hard time.
Rhonda and Larry Rowlett
Jimmy Dale Massey
Monday, July 15, 2024
So sorry to hear this..Daniel was a good man ..Prayers for all the family and close friends..
Pat Holley Halsted
Monday, July 15, 2024
Prayers of peace and comfort for the entire family.
Daphne Warren
Monday, July 15, 2024
So sorry to hear of Daniel's passing. He was a very nice man. Always had a smile. One of my regulars at Misty's. He will be missed by all. Prayers for all. Daphne Warren
Elaine McSherry Blair
Monday, July 15, 2024
So sorry to hear of Daniel’s passing. Watched him and his brothers play basketball many times. Doc and I also had several visits with him in the clinic. Prayers for the family. You will have wonderful memories to cherish.
Cindy Lankford
Monday, July 15, 2024
So sorry to hear the loss of a good man. My prayers go out to all the family.
John Massey
Monday, July 15, 2024
Sorry for the family’s loss. Prayers
Pam Breedlove
Monday, July 15, 2024
Prayers for peace and comfort during this time of loss.
Farrell Jackson
Monday, July 15, 2024
Sorry for your loss I always enjoyed stopping by with my Dad and visiting Daniel he would always make me laugh
Roger and Angie Johnson
Monday, July 15, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your special “Pa”. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tommy & Charlotte Jolly
Monday, July 15, 2024
Danna & Wendell and families,
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Daniel. I know you will miss him so much but oh what a reunion took place early this morning when Jesus and Maurdiece were there waiting for him!
Steve Mccallister
Monday, July 15, 2024
Sorry for your loss. I rode in the cattle truck with him on a few trips and it gave me the truck drivin’ fever. He was a lot of fun to go with. I eventually sort of took his place hauling cattle and then other things. befor spending 32 years at UPS, so I give him credit for the way my working life turned out.