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BORN
1943
DIED
2021
Wayne Sloan Obituary
J. Wayne Sloan, 77, of Texarkana, Texas, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021, at an area hospital. He was born October 28, 1943, in Guymon, Oklahoma to Claud and Kate Sloan and was a veteran of the United States Army.
Mr. Sloan owned Handy Pak Food Mart in Liberty-Eylau for almost 18 years and was known to so many in the community. He was a hardworking man that would do anything he could for anyone that needed it. He was a wonderful and loving husband, dad, “Papaw”, brother, and friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law, Bob Barnes, and many close friends that were like family.
Wayne leaves behind his wife of 40 years, Mary Sloan of Texarkana, Texas; one daughter, Julie Henderson and husband, Jason of Texarkana; one son, John Tyler and wife, Sue of Foreman, Arkansas; four grandchildren, Heather, Cannon, Jensen, and Brogan; two sisters, Peggy Boyd and husband Bernie of Mena, Arkansas, and June Barnes of Texarkana; along with a host of other relatives and lifelong friends.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at Oasis Church with Rev. Tim Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 PM Monday, at Chapelwood Funeral Home.
Linda Wilde
February 26, 2025
The world lost a great man. Knew him from school an Top Rail. Condolence to his family.
Cheryl Waloshin
August 24, 2021
Just letting you know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My you find comfort in remembering the good memories.
Janet (Eagle) Lewis
August 24, 2021
My deepest condolences on your loss. Sending love and prayers.
Linda and Gary Jackson
August 24, 2021
Mary, Julie, and Family “May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.” We are so very sorry for your loss. Lifting your family up in prayers today and in the days to come.
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Kendra Raines
August 23, 2021
An amazing man! Kind and funny. Always a smile on his face when I saw him. Thankful to have known him.
Patsye Dodge
August 23, 2021
Mary, Julie and John I am so sorry to hear about this. I know you guys had a great life with some great sorrow also. I send thoughts and prayers that each day will get better. I know you will all rely on each other and the grandkids for support I just pray that you can soon find joy and smile at the memories❤ Love you Pasye
Andy & Cheryl Boyd
August 22, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers for you all. Andy & Cheryl Boyd
Beth Gilly
August 22, 2021
So sad and sorry . My heart goes out to you . I’ve always kept you guys in my heart.
Terri Stubbs
August 22, 2021
So sorry to hear about Mr. Sloan, my heart and prayers go out to all of you.
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