"Dub" Himes

William "Dub" Himes of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Thursday, October 31, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Dub was born April 29, 1949 to James W. Himes and Evelyn (Cheesman) Himes. He was 75 years old. 

As a young man, Dub married the love of his life, Judith. Together they conquered everything life threw at them. From hard times to good times, they shared a never ending love that was an example for all to see. Dub was a hard worker with many trades under his belt. Everything from panning for gold to working for Tyson Foods, Dub was very instrumental in bringing willow furniture to this part of Arkansas. As talented as Dub was, his favorite hobbies were anything fishing and simply being outdoors. With all that being said, Dub was happiest when he had a lap full of grandchildren or great grandchildren. He loved spending time with the littles, creating precious memories, sharing his wisdom, and leaving a legacy of heartfelt admiration. 

Dub leaves behind to cherish his memory, his devoted wife of 55 years, Judith of the home and his children: William Himes Jr. of Waldron, Arkansas, Barbara Curtis and husband Jody of Parks, Arkansas, Bradley Himes and wife Trinity of Waldron, Arkansas, James Himes and wife Felica of Mansfield, Arkansas, April Himes of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Tashina Helton of Waldron, Arkansas and William Himes III of Waldron, Arkansas. Papa will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Paul Curtis, Tawni Curtis and great grandchildren: Kimberly, Kylee and Austin Helton, Ruger, and Jessie Curtis all of Waldron and Dalylah, Zariah, Jacelyn, Asher and Remington Himes from Mansfield, Aurora Nunley of Alma, Luca Cole, Nathaniel Meyers and Brayden Meyers all of Ft. Smith. Dub is also survived by his brothers Howard Himes and Verney Himes.

Dub was preceded in death by his parents: James and Evelyn and siblings: Thomas Himes, Lonnie Himes, Wanda Hitchcock and Erline Brown.

Dub's visitation will be Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas. 

Honorary pallbearers will be James Himes, Junior Himes, Brad Himes, Austin Helton, Paul Curtis and Howard Himes.

A memorial celebration of life will be held Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 12 noon at the Harvest Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Pastor Jaylin Brumbelow officiating. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.