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Danny “Dan” Wayne Modlin, 69, of Beebe, Arkansas went to be with his Heavenly Father on October 15, 2025. He was born April 11, 1956, to Wayne and Rosie Modlin of Beebe. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by one sister, Alene Gee of Springtown, Texas, one brother, Mike Modlin (Kathy) of Beebe, numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Danny is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Gary Modlin and Dale Modlin of Beebe, and three sisters, Ann Monroe of Jacksonville, Orine Modlin of Beebe and Kathy Daniels of Hot Springs.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, 404 W. Dewitt Henry Dr., Beebe. Funeral will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, with burial in Grissard Cemetery. Please visit www.smithfamilycares.com to view the online register.
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404 West Dewitt Henry Drive, Beebe, AR 72012
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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