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BORN
1934
DIED
2025
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Dorothy Brickley Obituary
Dorothy Mae Brickley 91 of Bearden AR passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family & friends on Saturday, October 25th 2025. She was born February 6, 1934, in Star City, AR to the late Ed & Lila Mae (Owen) Ezell. She retired from General Dynamics after many years of service including ITT and Stromberg Carlson. She was a lifetime member of Calvary Baptist Church and has been active in Eagle Mills First Baptist Church for many years. She was a very hard worker, a sweet lady, loving mother, wife, Mamaw and friend to many whom will miss her dearly. An amazing lady with many strengths and talents cooking, canning, sewing, painting, gardening, fishing, hunting and shopping. She loved attending football games.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Jackie; parents, Ed and Lila Ezell; brother & sister-in-law, Marvin & LaVonne Ezell; infant granddaughter; great grandson, Noah Brickley; and great granddaughter, Chloe Brickley.
She is survived by four sons whom she cherished, Tony (Joyce) Brickley of Mayflower AR, Gary Brickley of Bearden, Bret (Tammy) Brickley of Bearden, Troy Brickley of Bearden and daughter-in-law, Linda Lamb of Bearden; three wonderful grandsons, Jeromy Brickley of Bearden, Zach (Celest) Brickley of San Antonio TX, Bryan Brickley of El Dorado AR; one wonderful sissy (granddaughter), Sarah (Clayton) Gadberry of El Dorado; great grandsons, Ethan and Logan Brickley, Rhett Gadberry; great granddaughter, Aly Gadberry; her little church buddy Jesse Kelly (that saved her a sit by him every Sunday) and a host of friends; and bonus grandchildren, Lindsey Yeager, Jack Lamb, Charter Rain, Kinsley Starr & Abby Mays & fur baby Angel.
The Family would like to extend our gratitude to Arbor Hospice for the heartwarming service that was provided to our Mama, Mamaw and Friend.
Pallbearers: Tony, Gary, Bret, Troy, Jeromy, Zach and Bryan Brickley
Visitation will be 6-8 PM Wednesday October 29, 2025 at Proctor Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday October 30, 2025, at Proctor Funeral Home in Camden with Rev. Chris Morgan and Rev. Don Phillips officiating. Burial will be at New Owen Cemetery in Griffith Springs, AR near Star City.
Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Brickley
24 Entries
Rhonda Williams
November 21, 2025
Gary, I'm just seeing this and wanted to tell you I'm sorry for your loss. It's always so hard to loose your Momma. Hope you and your family have a little peace knowing she had a full life. I remember her from stronger and general dynamic. May she rest in peace. Rhonda Parr Williams
Lavonna Belt
November 16, 2025
She was one of the finest ladies I have ever got to meet . She will missed greatly by many people . I always enjoyed talking with her .
Becky Garcia
November 4, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Peggy and Mike Johnson
November 1, 2025
I always enjoy(ed) seeing and visiting with Mrs. Brinkley. She is (was)such a precious lady! We will see her again! Praying for the family!❤
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Mary Lyles
October 31, 2025
Mammaw, thank you for all of the love you brought this world. We love you.
Mike and Lyn Adams
October 29, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeff & Carla Wright
October 29, 2025
We are so sorry about Mrs. Dorothy. We have known the Brickleys for a long time. We are like family.She was the sweetest lady and she will be missed. May she rest in peace. Prayers for her sons & family. ❤
Sabrina, Hannah Lee and James Michael Anthony
October 29, 2025
We are deeply sorry for the loss of Mrs. Dorothy. She was always one of the sweetest ladies who loved so deeply. We are thankful we had the honor and privilege to know her and her love. Prayers and love for the days and weeks to come.
Arthur & Joy Stuart
October 28, 2025
We are deeply sorry to learn of Dorothy's passing. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I remember the summer we worked together at General Dynamics. She always found something for me to do.
Bill and Dotty Harris
October 28, 2025
Sending prayers to the family.
Jennifer George Waters
October 28, 2025
I hardly know what to say, but I am so very sorry for the loss of this precious lady, she as all of the Brickleys are part of our family. I love you all and my prayers are with you all. Rest in peace sweet lady..
Carie Brown
October 28, 2025
I always enjoyed seeing Dorothy wherever she was and most of the time it was with my aunt Z. Two very classy Ladies. It was like they were inseparable very good friends. At this time, may God comfort and hold the family tight. Joe & Brenda Brown Daughter
Roxanne Brickley
October 28, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful Mother In Law I loved so much throughout the years. She will be truly missed. May she rest in peace
Janie Bearden McMahen
October 28, 2025
To the Brickley family,
My heartfelt condolences to all of you.
Angela Stephens
October 28, 2025
It was always a pleasure spending time with you.
Nancy Brown
October 28, 2025
Dorothy will be greatly missed. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
Barbara Key
October 28, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Kelly Holland
October 28, 2025
GIRLFRIEND, I AM GOING TO MISS YOU SO BAD. LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Ginger Price
October 28, 2025
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Dorothy's passing. She always had a friendly smile every time I saw her. God bless.
Jerry ,Donna Purifoy
October 28, 2025
Mrs. Brickley , will truly be missed . She was a great friend I will miss calling and talking about everything .
We raised children ,talked about garnering and fishing just what ever . If you went down to visit you were going take something ( always sharing her goods ) . Rest in love !!
Kenny and Terri ROWLAND
October 28, 2025
Our thoughts and many prayers today and in the days to come.
Diane Thompson
October 28, 2025
So sorry for your loss but she had a good life with a wonderful family
The Staff of Proctor Funeral Home
October 28, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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29
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442 Jefferson Street SW, Camden, AR 71701