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Brad Whisenhunt

August 27, 1971 — May 23, 2020

Brad Whisenhunt, age 48, of Newhope, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2020. He was born on August 27, 1971 in DeQueen, the son of Harvey Ray "H. R." Whisenhunt and Lillie Mae Davis Whisenhunt. On May 22, 1998, he was married to Terri "Allie" Chandler. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Terry Wayne "Bugs" Whisenhunt. Brad was a logger and just enjoyed life. He always had a smile and he enjoyed making people laugh. He was a hunter, fisherman and enjoyed drag racing. Most of all, Brad loved spending time with his son, Austin. He is survived by his wife, Terri "Allie" Whisenhunt; his son, Austin Whisenhunt, both of Newhope; two brothers, Eugene (Rosie) Whisenhunt of Newhope and Mike (Tonja)Whisenhunt of Kirby; four sisters, Faye (Jimmy) Neal of Kirby, Janet "Kay Kay" (John Standifer) Rainwater of Newhope, Vanessa (Mark Smith) Lewis of Dierks and Dina (Jerry) Roan of Newhope; his sister-in-law, Vickie James of Hope; eighteen nieces and nephews; twenty-nine great nieces and nephews; seven great-great-nieces and nephews; two godchildren, Laiken "Angie" Richardson and Taylor "Jimmy Dewayne" Moore; and a host of friends. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, May 26, 2020, in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery with Bro. Raymond Dees officiating. Pallbearers will be Dustin Young, Russell Young, Shannon Davis, Joel Davis, Chris Davis, John Howell, Taylor Moore, Dairl Kesterson, Jason Whisenhunt, Bo Chandler and Daniel Neal. Honorary pallbearers will be Dean Turner, Josh Whisenhunt, Kevin Evans, Justin Simmons, Adam Chandler and Danny Britt. A family and friends gathering will be held Monday, 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at the Newhope Fire Department. There will be a catfish fry and potluck. Everyone is welcome to come and, if you like, bring your favorite dish. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Glenwood. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.

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Service Schedule

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family and friends gathering

Monday, May 25, 2020

5:00 - 5:00 pm

Newhope Fire Department

15 Marina Loop, Newhope, AR 71959

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Graveside

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

10:00 - 10:00 am

Pleasant Grove Cemetery

, Newhope, AR 71959

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