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Danny Duane Williams, 64, of Viola, Arkansas, departed this life on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at his home.
He was born on August 20, 1961, in Calico Rock, Arkansas, to Wesley Duane Williams and Wanda Marie Huddleston. During his working years, Danny worked at American Polishing and on the family farm. He enjoyed his farm work, gardening, fishing and tinkering. Danny was a quiet person but a good friend who was always willing to help. His family meant a lot to him, and he took care of his grandma until 1999. Danny loved his dog and cat, Peanut and Tom. He was of the Christian Faith.
Left to cherish his memory are his good friend Beveryly Neal; mother Wanda Huddleston; sister Lisa Chesney (Paul) of Paola, Kansas and nieces and nephew, Charley, Karah and Josh.
He was preceded in death by his father Wesley Duane Williams.
Pallbearers include: James Newman, Bryan Harris, Josh Cole and Paul Chesney
Honorary Pallbearers include: Max Williams, Lonnie Neal, Max Alan Vandergriff, Alex Harris, Nathan Harris and Clint Vandergriff
Funeral services will be Friday, January 16, 2026, at Doty Family Funeral Service Chapel in Salem, Arkansas beginning at 1:00 PM with Bro. Tom Doty officiating. Burial will follow services at Hebron Cemetery in Viola. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 12:00 PM.
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140 North Pickren Street PO Box 395, Salem, AR 72576

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