Many will remember Kenny Wayne, as he was often called by Wilmar Community Residents, as an employee of Wilmar Grocery Co, where he worked for many years as a young boy. He was a proud member of the small, tight knit group of the Wilmar Graduating Class of 1961. He proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Air Force (March 1966- January 1971). Upon leaving the military, he attended Arkansas A&M College (now UAM), where he earned his Bachelor's Degree.
Ken served as a Loan Officer at Union Bank and Trust for over 20 years. He also spent a short time as a Farmers Insurance agent in the Monticello area. He most recently retired from working for the State of Arkansas as a Human Resource Officer for The Department of Corrections. Kenny was a faithful and dedicated Christian. He was a loving husband to his wife, the late Bobbie Ann Wiscaver, for 53 years. He was also a role model father to Jeremy and Jonathan Wiscaver, whom he adopted in 1980. Kenny was a Baptist and was a member of the Second Baptist Church of Monticello. He had a love for music and will be remembered as a talented pianist/organist. One of his favorite things to do was to place a synthesizer on top of the piano so he could play the piano and organ simultaneously. His dedication in his faith and love for music led to opportunities to serve in church revivals for many years all over Southeast Arkansas. In his later years, Kenny developed a love for quilting and made numerous quilts for family and friends.
In addition to his parents and wife, Kenny is preceded in death by his sister, Annette Wiscaver Cruce; and a niece, Kerri Kaye Cruce. He is survived by two sons, Jeremy Wiscaver of Monticello and Jonathan Wiscaver of Monticello; three grandchildren, Jacob Wiscaver, Jared Wiscaver and Jasmine Wiscaver; one niece, Terri Lynn Cruce Straughn; a special cousin by marriage, Sue Hayden and husband Johnny of Benton; special friends and brother by choice, Ray and Lana Mathis of Carthage, Missouri; along with numerous friends, co-workers, clients, and neighbors who he loved and cherished.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 6, 2022, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. There will be a visitation from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wilmar Cemetery. You can sign Kenny's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(16)
Karen L Little
Crossett, AR Tuesday, January 11, 2022 I'm sorry about your dad. Prayers are with all of you!Beth Davis
Monticello, AR Thursday, January 6, 2022 Thoughts and prayersJosh Frost
Fayetteville, AR Wednesday, January 5, 2022 Jeremy & Jon, I am just at a loss for words over Mr. Ken. I’ve seen him a couple of times when in town after Mrs. Bobbie passed away and he just looked so sad to me, but he always had that upbeat spirit that I grew up around. I have such good memories of many nights and weekends spent at your home while growing up, and Mr. Ken was as big of a kid at times as we were. I am so sorry that I cannot be in town for the funeral, but please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. There will never be another like Ken Wiscaver. Love you both!Linda Sawyer
Magnolia, AR Wednesday, January 5, 2022 My prayers are with you, Jon and Jeremy. I loved and respected your parents.Sandra Norris
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 5, 2022 Jon, Jeremy and family. Prayers for you during this difficult time of adjusting to not having your dad here on earth any longer.Kenny and Bobbie were dear friends of mine since my early days of living in Drew County back in 1977. They were both wonderful Christians and will be missed by so many.
Mary Doss Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, January 4, 2022 My deepest sympathy to all of the family at your great loss. Kenny was one of a kind. He was great with his music and was willing to share it. He will be greatly missed by many.Susan Stephenson Smith
Little Rock, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 Jon, my heart breaks for you and Jeremy. The many years and years of being neighbors with all of you were special days. I miss those days so much. I thought the world of Kenny and Bobbie. You’ve always been at the top of my favorites from when you were in my second grade classroom. I am so glad we have continued to keep in touch. I hope you know that. Ken was so proud of you. I will be praying for you in the days ahead. 🙏🙏🙏🙏Susan Stephenson Smith
Little Rock, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 Jon, my heart breaks for you and Jeremy. The many years and years of being neighbors with all of you were special days. I miss those days so much. I thought the world of Kenny and Bobbie ! I have a special place in my heart for you as we have kept up through the years and I’m so glad. You’ve always been at the top of my favorites from when you were in my second grade classroom. I am so glad we have continued to keep in touch. hope you know that. Ken was so proud of you. I will be praying for you in the days ahead. 🙏🙏🙏🙏Andy Briant
Monticello, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 Ken was a great friend, musician and my bankerman back in the day. He was a great guy and will certainly be missed. Prayers for peace and comfort for his family. R.I.P. my friend.Gary Newton
Monticello, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 I’ve known Kenny for a long time. We shared a love for music and I always enjoyed hearing him play the piano. He will certainly be missed by all who knew & loved him. I rejoice only in knowing he now resides with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ and with his beloved wife Bobbie.Wilmot & Thelma Green
Warren, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 So sorry to hear this. I have fond memories of Kenny over the years. May God hold all the family in His arms and keep you through this time of loss.Freda Scogin Baker
oak grove, MO Monday, January 3, 2022 What a special person Kenny Wayne was. He was known and loved by many and will be missed. Prayers for his family and friends. Our memories of him will keep him close always.Barbara A Posey
Monticello, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 Jeremy & Jonathan, We are so sorry about Kenny. He, and Bobbie and Ernest and I had some good times together especially during revivals. He loved music, he loved playing piano. He will be greatly missed. Charles and Barbara Posey.Janice Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 We are so sorry to read about Kenny's passing. May God give you peace and comfort in your sorrow.Janice Wiggam & Dale Haisty
DENISE FROST
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 Ken was one of the kindest men I have ever known. He and Bobbie were a perfect match, I was proud to call them both a special friend. You will be missed.Annette Watson
Dermott, AR Monday, January 3, 2022 Family, So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Ken at Union Bank many years ago. He was a dear friend. Prayers for you during this time.