Daniel Darwin DeWitt JR

Daniel Darwin DeWitt JR obituary

Daniel Darwin DeWitt JR

Daniel DeWitt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Oct. 20, 2025.

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Daniel Darwin DeWitt JR, 83, of Lonoke, Arkansas passed away on October 16, 2025. He was born in Morgan Town, West Virginia on August 9, 1942, to the late Daniel DeWitt SR and Pearl Mae Dean-DeWitt.

Daniel honorably served in the United States Navy. He enjoyed Fishing, Riding Motorcycles, and fixing things. He had a passion for boats and raced boats when he was younger. He enjoyed RC cars and boats. His greatest love was spending time with his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Daniel is Survived by his children Renae Parsons, Bridgett Stokes, Jennifer Freeberg, and Lisa Smith; his 11 grandchildren and 11 Great-Grandchildren; his life partner Sheila Cox, his siblings Rick, Peggy, and Susie; and his extended family and many friends.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

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