Davy Johnathan Lisk Sr

Davy Johnathan Lisk Sr obituary, Jonesboro, AR

Davy Johnathan Lisk Sr

Davy Lisk Sr Obituary

Visit the Emerson Funeral Home - Jonesboro website to view the full obituary.

Davy Johnathan Lisk Sr., 53, of Lunsford, passed away on January 5, 2026, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. Davy was born in Paragould on October 18, 1972, to Peggy Lisk and the late James Lisk. In addition to his father, Davy was preceded in death by his brother, James Lisk; sister, Sharron Bell; and granddaughters, Nevaeh Lisk and Sadie Lisk.

Davy was born and raised in Northeast Arkansas, living in Lunsford for most of his life. He was an avid outdoorsman, loving to fish and camp. Davy also spent his time outside at yard sales and auctions, where he made lifelong friends. If he was stuck inside, Davy would watch NASCAR and his favorite driver, Jeff Gordon. He was known as a jokester and loved having fun. Davy was very proud of his children and grandchildren. They shared wonderful memories of him being silly and spending time with the family. His spirit shined, bringing light to those around him. Davy will be greatly missed.

Davy is survived by his mother, Peggy Lisk; sons, Davy Lisk Jr (Haylee), Rylee Lisk, Johnathan Lisk, and Mavrick Lisk; daughters, Amber Lisk, Amanda Wilson, and Jami Lisk; grandchildren, Waylon, Evelyn, Emslee, Ellie, Sophie, Zoey, Eva, and Andi; and a host of friends, family, and loved ones.

A graveside service will be held at Prairie Cemetery in Lunsford on January 10, 2026, at 11:30 am. A visitation will precede the service at Emerson Funeral Home from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

Pallbearers include Davy Lisk, Rylee Lisk, Johnathan Lisk, Bobby Smith, and Gary Needham.

Honorary Pallbearers include Papaw James Lisk, Rick Holt, David Householder, JR Hendricks.

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Emerson Funeral Home - Jonesboro

1629 E. Nettleton, Jonesboro, AR 72401

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