Johnny Nathan Douglas Sr.
Johnny Nathan Douglas Sr.
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Johnny Nathan Douglas Sr. lost his battle with cancer and departed his earthly home to be with this heavenly father on May 9th, 2023. Johnny was born in Little Rock Arkansas to the late Thurman L Douglas and Helen Childress Douglas on February 11th, 1950.
Johnny was an avid sportsman. He enjoyed camping, boating, hunting, and fishing. Being on the lake or in the woods with family was a great and happy time for him. Johnny was an outgoing person; he never met a stranger and always had a story to tell. Johnny was the owner of J&G Termite Company that operated in the central Arkansas area for over 20 years. When his children were younger, you would find him on the softball and baseball fields. He coached for many years and loved watching the games.
Left behind to cherish his memory, the love of his life, his wife of 54 years Gwendolyn “Gwen” Douglas. Daughters Shelly (Kyle) Page and Allison (Jon) Albert, Son Johnny (Kim) Douglas Jr. Grandchildren Rachael (Nick) Elmore, Alivia Page, Emily (Keith) Ledbetter, Nathan Albert, Jack Albert, Gracie Douglas, Piper Douglas, Wes Harvey, and Wyatt Harvey. Great Grandchildren Hunter Elmore, Natalie Elmore, Waylon Ledbetter, and Weston Ledbetter. He also leaves behind his faithful companion, Sophia, his Jack Russell of 15 years.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 19, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market St., Benton, 72015. Funeral is Saturday, May 20, at 10:00 AM at Smith-Benton Funeral Home.
In Lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Johnny’s memory to Midtowne Church Building Fund, 4037 Boone Rd, Benton, AR 72015.
Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook:www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
322 N Market Street, Benton, AR 72015
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Shirley Terry Ward
May 12, 2023
Let me see here, Johnny Douglas knew about me before I was even here. He´s been one of my dads´ friend since my birth.
Johnny D was like a uncle to me,,Him and my father taught us girls to hunt, fish, play pool, camp play softball. Johnny D was A great Person a great friend. He taught me and AL how to build bike ramps. I mean I could go on forever about how awesome he was just for me. Let alone his family. I know he loved God and I know he was saved
I know he will be missed, but our memories will carry us through while he´s looking down from above on all of his family & friends.
Much Love to the Family,
Shirley Terry Ward & Sons.
Sharm Hill-Baker-Smith
May 12, 2023
Johnny, I have so many fond, wonderful memories with you and your family. I actually consider you all family.
From my early youth and best friendship with Shells, you joked with us, shared wisdom & insight with us about life and as a father should, allowed us to be testers for the latest Times watches when you were in R&D, and coached us in our softball skills.
Every time I visited the area, you and Gwen were a prime stop for me. Your welcoming smile and remembering me no matter the years warm my heart every single time.
You being a part of my life helped me become a better person and who I am today.
As you have made an impact in my life, I know there are many more grateful to have known you.
I will miss being able to see you in person. However, when I visit your family again, I know you are amongst them as you are a huge part of each of them also.
I have no doubt your angelic spirit in life are now fitted with matching wings.
Gone but never forgotten could never be truer.
Rest in Him, my dear friend.
With much love,
Sharm
Elmores
May 9, 2023
We love you so much Papaw. You are and will be truly missed. Give Jesus a big ole hug for us. We will take care of Memaw and Sophie. Keep watch over us down here. Until we meet again-Muskrat, Nick, Huntman and Natnat.
Love you.
Sharon and Ronnie Clayton
May 9, 2023
We are so sorry to learn of Johnny´s illness and passing away. We can tell by the postings that his family will certainly miss him. We will keep Gwen and the rest of the family in our prayers. God bless all of you.
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