Tiffany Gayle Dunaway

Tiffany Gayle Lamb, age 52, of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, passed from this life on February 23, 2026. Born on October 9, 1973, in Dallas, Texas, to Eddie and Bevla Lamb, she lived a life defined by deep love for her family, a vibrant spirit, and an unwavering commitment to her faith.

Tiffany graduated from Denton High School in 1992. She then pursued her higher education at Pearl River Community College and the University of Southern Mississippi where she studied education. She went on to build a respected career in the legal field, working for over twenty-five years as a legal assistant and serving within the prosecutor’s office among other roles. In recent years, she extended her professional care to the community as an administrative assistant for Smith Family Funeral Homes, a position she held for nearly four years.

On December 18, 1993, Tiffany married her sweetheart, Tim Dunaway. They shared a loving partnership filled with travel and laughter. Tiffany had always dreamed of becoming a mother before the age of thirty, a dream she realized on August 26, 2003, with the birth of her daughter and only child, Gracie. She considered becoming a mother her greatest accomplishment in life, second only to the recent joy of becoming a grandmother. She was incredibly proud of her family and took every opportunity to brag on her daughter’s achievements.

Tiffany was a true "people person" who never met a stranger. She was known for her ability to talk to anyone, always greeting others with a smile and a laugh. Friends and family will remember her wonderful sense of humor and her fun, goofy side that made her such a joy to be around. Despite her easygoing nature, she possessed a competitive spirit, particularly when it came to playing card games or participating in sports.

Her hobbies were a reflection of her vibrant personality. Tiffany cherished vacations with her family, with Branson, Gatlinburg, and Texas being among her favorite destinations to visit friends and family. She also treasured romantic getaways with her husband and prioritized special mother-daughter dates whenever possible. She also had a love for peacocks and knew absolutely everything there was to know about Elvis. A dedicated sports fan, she loved cheering for Ole Miss and the Texas Rangers, yet her favorite athlete to watch was always her daughter. She was passionate about supporting Gracie through every milestone and later poured that same devotion into spoiling her grandson.

A woman of devout faith, Tiffany grew up in the Church of Christ and was a current member of the Church of Christ in Arkadelphia. She loved God deeply and prioritized raising her daughter in the church, instilling in her the belief that becoming a Christian was the most important decision one could make in life.

Tiffany is survived by her loving husband, Tim Dunaway; her daughter, Gracie Edington (Payton); and her beloved grandson, Lincoln Edington. She also leaves behind her parents, Eddie and Bevla Lamb; her brother, David Lamb (Lindsay); her nieces, Emma and Ella Lamb; her father and mother-in-law, Larry and Diane Dunaway; and her brother-in-law, Todd Dunaway.

Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 p.m., Friday, February 27, 2026 at Ruggles-Wilcox Chapel. Funeral services are 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Arkadelphia Church of Christ with Preacher Carl Dye officiating. Burial will follow at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Arkadelphia. Pallbearers are Todd Dunaway, Payton Edington, Kent Thomas, Terry Bird, Benny Hardage, David Green, and Austin Edington.

Arrangements are by Smith Family Funeral Home-Arkadelphia/Ruggles-Wilcox Chapel, www.smithfamilycares.com.

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