of Elaine, AR
October 10, 1947 - March 4, 2025
Elvin George, 77, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at his home in Elaine, Arkansas surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Manila, Arkansas on Friday, October 10, 1947 to the late Delbert George and Bertie Wideman George. Elvin spent his life farming and raising all kinds of livestock. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding the levee, checking the cows. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family.
He is survived by his beloved wife of forty-nine years, Wilma George; son, Edwin George (Regina) of Lambrook; daughters, Kelly Morton (Corby) of Dewitt and Shelly Jackson (Rusty) of Manila; extra daughter, Vickie Guest (Jr.); grandchildren, Hannah Davis (River), Harley Holt (Hunter), Chloe Beth George, Emily George, Hestin Morton, Drew Jackson, Levi George and Luke Jackson; extra grandchildren, Sarah Ullrich (John), Madison Henry (Jordan); great grandchildren, Milam Davis, Hayes Holt, Sawyer Kate Davis, Livi Ullrich, Josie Henry and Andrew Henry; twin brother, Melvin George (Tina).
Elvin is preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and Bertie George and two brothers, Johnny George and Elbert Lee George.
Serving as pallbearers are Jackie Swindle Jr., Tim Snowden, Ricky Snowden, Delmond George, Christopher George and Bobby Bethune.
Honorary pallbearers are Tony Silvia, Harold Brown and Gery Cravens.
A funeral service for Mr. George will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 7, 2025 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel in West Helena, Arkansas. A visitation will be held prior at 9:00a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in West Helena. Brother John Compton will officiate.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Lambrook Baptist Church at P.O. Box 44 Lambrook, Arkansas 72353.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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13 Condolence(s)
Jen Jenkins
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
My heart is heavy to here the passing if Elivn. He was a kind man love to have talks with him an his love for animals was unbelievable. My heart is with the George family. Melvin an Elivn are my cousin on my mother side the family. I will miss him go fly your golden wing cuz ya have earn them .RIP. Elivn. I'll always remember that smile ya gave everyone ya meet .
Donna Chastain
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Dear Wilma and family,
We sincerely wish you many years to come of precious memories of Elvin..may GOD be with you all during these days ahead…the wonderful day is going that yall will be together again..
Sincerely
Calvin and Donna Chastain
John Broome
Saturday, March 8, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Elvin George. My deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and all who knew him. May his soul rest in peace, and may those who mourn find comfort in cherished memories.
Chester & Linda Short
Friday, March 7, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dwight Coggins
Friday, March 7, 2025
Wilma and family I'm so sorry for your loss of Elvin. Prayers for everyone during this time. Elvin was truly a good man and always available for anyone who might need help for any reason. Our world would be a better place if we had more people like Elvin.
Candace Barbee Brown
Thursday, March 6, 2025
My sincere condolences and much love to the family
Sonya kemp
Thursday, March 6, 2025
So sorry for your loss . Praying for this sweet family at this difficult time. Sending love
Pam Saia
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Wilma and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you all.
Eddie Merritt family
Thursday, March 6, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man. I know he will be missed and we’ll miss seeing him riding the levee. It was good seeing y'all out a few weeks back. It was good to talk to Edwin and wished I’d had more time to chat with y’all . Our deepest condolences and prayers for you and the family.
Curtis & Vicky Crisp
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Sorry for the Loss of Elvin, we are and Will be Praying for All the Families , just Remember All the Good Times!
Terry Garrison
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Dear Wilma,
Bro. Fred and I are so sorry for you and your family's loss. We are praying for you during this season of grief.
In Christ,
Bro. Fred and Terry Garrison
Brenda Snowden Buchanan
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Dear Wilma, kids & grandkids, Elvin was a very loving and caring person, Steve and I were taking about all those chicken he would grill on Easter and how delicious they were,, he’s going to be missed by many, he definitely loved y’all, just remember all the fun times y’all had with him and know he will be watching over each and every one of y’’all, love you Aunt Wilma & family
Juanita C Reyna
Thursday, March 6, 2025
We are truly sorry for your loss. We went to school with Elvin. He was quiet but nice young man as I remember him. Our deepest sympathy to all the family