Thomas Weatherington
November 21, 1925 — July 2, 2014
Thomas Weatherington
Thomas (Cecil) Weatherington of Alexander, AR, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 2, 2014. Cecil was born November 21, 1925 in Henderson, Tennessee and grew up in Blytheville, AR. He later moved to North Little Rock, AR and spent the last 25 years in Alexander, AR.
Cecil served with honor in World War II, where he received many medals, including 2 bronze stars. He was a true hero in war and in life, including saving the life of his neighbor's three year old child who was drowning.
Cecil worked for 30 years for Worth James Construction Co. where he retired in 1990. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and friends. He was a faithful member and deacon of Avilla Baptist Church.
Cecil never met a stranger. His friendly smile, kindness, and giving personality was shared with everyone who knew him. He was a man of honor. He was loved by so many people in his life and leaves so many memories. He will be missed by all who knew him. His love and devotion to his wife and children will remain with them always.
Cecil is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Lucy Weatherington; brother, Bill Weatherington; sisters, Alieen Oakly and Kitty Lawson.
Cecil is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Nellie Weatherington of Alexadner, AR; daughter, Stacy Whaley Gorcyca and husband Ray; son, Ted Weatherington and wife Stephanie of Hot Springs, AR; 2 grandsons, Chris Weatherington and wife Sarah of Perryville, AR and David Todd Weatherington and wife Cassie of Benton, AR; 3 wonderful great granddaughters, Nikki Weatherington of Perryville, AR and Briana and Alyssa Weatherington of Benton, AR; and favorite niece, Thelma Cole of Greers Ferry, AR.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 7, 2014, 6:00 - 8:00 P.M., Smith Family Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton, AR 72015. Funeral service is Tuesday, July 8, 2014, 10:30 A.M. at the funeral home. Burial following at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. For information, call 501-778-7100. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
322 N. Market Street
Benton, AR, 72015
322 N. Market Street
Benton, AR, 72015
Cecil served with honor in World War II, where he received many medals, including 2 bronze stars. He was a true hero in war and in life, including saving the life of his neighbor's three year old child who was drowning.
Cecil worked for 30 years for Worth James Construction Co. where he retired in 1990. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and friends. He was a faithful member and deacon of Avilla Baptist Church.
Cecil never met a stranger. His friendly smile, kindness, and giving personality was shared with everyone who knew him. He was a man of honor. He was loved by so many people in his life and leaves so many memories. He will be missed by all who knew him. His love and devotion to his wife and children will remain with them always.
Cecil is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Lucy Weatherington; brother, Bill Weatherington; sisters, Alieen Oakly and Kitty Lawson.
Cecil is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Nellie Weatherington of Alexadner, AR; daughter, Stacy Whaley Gorcyca and husband Ray; son, Ted Weatherington and wife Stephanie of Hot Springs, AR; 2 grandsons, Chris Weatherington and wife Sarah of Perryville, AR and David Todd Weatherington and wife Cassie of Benton, AR; 3 wonderful great granddaughters, Nikki Weatherington of Perryville, AR and Briana and Alyssa Weatherington of Benton, AR; and favorite niece, Thelma Cole of Greers Ferry, AR.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 7, 2014, 6:00 - 8:00 P.M., Smith Family Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton, AR 72015. Funeral service is Tuesday, July 8, 2014, 10:30 A.M. at the funeral home. Burial following at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. For information, call 501-778-7100. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Visitation
JUL 7. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CDT)
Smith Family Funeral Home322 N. Market Street
Benton, AR, 72015
Funeral Service
JUL 8. 10:30 AM (CDT)
Smith Family Funeral Home322 N. Market Street
Benton, AR, 72015
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