Obituaries

Don Carlos Pannell

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Don C. Pannell died at his home in Searcy, Arkansas, February 23, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 69. Don was born in Parkin, Arkansas on January 12, 1948 to Mary Taylor and the late Aubrey Pannell. He grew up in Little Rock and graduated from Little Rock Central High School in 1967. He attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock after his military service. Don is preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ann Pannell and his father, Aubrey Pannell. Don is survived by his loving wife Beverly of 47 years. They were married in Little Rock August 14, 1970. Also surviving is his mother, Mary Taylor of Searcy, two sons, Brandon (Brandy) Pannell of Vilonia and Blake (Jennifer) Pannell of Searcy, seven grandchildren, Taylor (Skylar) Pannell, Adrian Manor, Alex Pannell, Madison Wright, Jake Pannell, Breanna Pannell and Courtney Pannell. He is also survived by a half-sister, Brenda Pannell Pounds and a half-brother, Leon Pannell. Don leaves behind his faithful dog companion, Buddy. Don was of the Baptist faith. He was a 32nd degree Mason and decorated Vietnam Army veteran. He was a sailor and a licensed pilot. He had a passion for boats, planes and automobiles. Don retired after 25 years of service with Wal-Mart Distribution. A Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 2nd from 11:30 am to 1:30 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 2 p.m. at Powell Funeral Home at 2602 W. Beebe Capps Expy. in Searcy. An online obituary is available at powellfuneralhome.net. A special thanks to the caring staff of Arkansas Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice.Arrangements by Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

Published February 28, 2017

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