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Donald Douglas Obituary
Donald Wayne Douglas, 80, of Van Buren passed away Friday, Sept. 29, 2020, at a local nursing home.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War and the retired owner and operator of Direct Sales Co. in Van Buren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Delmar and Thula (Oller) Douglas.
He is survived by his wife, Georganna (Flippin) Douglas of the home; two daughters, Donna Howard and husband James and Deborah Davis and husband Tommy, both of Van Buren; a son, Donald Douglas II and wife Alyson of Springdale; a brother, Dwight Douglas and wife Kay of Mena; six grandchildren, Ryan Howard and wife Roxanne, Lauren Jones and husband Euell, Natalie Davis, Adyson Douglas, Thomas Davis and Caleb Wilson; and two great-grandchildren, Colin Howard and Emmalyn Wilson.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 at the U.S. National Cemetery Pavilion in Fort Smith, under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home in Van Buren.
Online tributes may be made at www.ockerfuneralhome.com.
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Kristine Garner
October 5, 2020
I absolutely loved him. He was so sweet and caring. He has the best wife and loving daughters. He had a silent charm that was undeniable. He was one of my favorite people to see and care for. He will forever be remembered and took a peice of my heart with hearing about his passing. Rest in peice Donald..
Chelsey Parks
October 2, 2020
This man made my whole day at work everyday. He use to make my baby move around in my tummy when I was pregnant. I loved seeing how close and happy him and his wife where together, they truly are an inspiration! You will be terribly missed Don!
Tami Snow Gray
October 1, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Sending Love, Hugs & Prayers!
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