He was a member of Second Baptist Church, a United States Air Force Veteran and was a longtime auto body and paint technician. Many would agree that Eddie was one of the best and most talented paint men in the area for 43 years. He worked for Razorback Body Shop, Ellis Body Shop and owned his own shop for many years before he became disabled. He loved his motorcycle, his family, extended family and his dog Willow. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Patricia Sipes.
He is survived by one daughter, Felicia Sipes McClain (Douglas Briant) of Monticello; a half daughter, Jessica Paige Young (Eric) of Rye; one brother, Alfred Greg Sipes of Monticello; nephew, Todd Sipes (Elsie) of Colorado; one granddaughter, Kenna Payne of Rye; two grandsons, Jacob McClain and Tyler Payne both of Rye, AR; two great granddaughters, Tinnslee and Ollie Payne both of Rye; and an ex son-in-law, Daniel McClain (LeAnn) of Rye.
He is also survived by special friends, Pat and Jon Leggett of Monticello, D.C. ''Pete'' Sanderlin of Michigan, Connie Sanderlin of Monticello, Lori Richardson of Malvern, Amanda Killingsworth of Monticello and Tracy Daniels of Wilmar; along with many cousins who loved him dearly. Eddie will always be in our hearts.
Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 12, 2022, in Campground Cemetery. You can sign Eddie's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(6)
Shawn Lasiter
Monticello, AR Monday, February 7, 2022 I’m so sorry to hear of Mr. Eddie’s passing. He was a customer of mine for many years, an employee for a time but more than that he was my friend. He treated me as I was his own flesh & blood. He was one of a kind & always kept me laughing and on my toes! You’ll be truest missed by so many. Fly high my friend!Alvin /Irma James
Monticello, AR Monday, February 7, 2022 To family: A great man. Always had a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with all you. Love to all.Deborah McClain
Rison, AR Monday, February 7, 2022 Eddie will be greatly missed ,we enjoyed him coming to all of our Holiday dinners or just to visit, he was a wonderful man, a loving father ,grandfather and great grandfather. God Bless and comfort all his family.Edith M Carter
Monricello, AR Sunday, February 6, 2022 so sorry about Eddie's passing--may God's loving arms keep the family safe in this time of sorrow. he will be missed by many.Judy Hudgens
Hot Springs National Park, AR Sunday, February 6, 2022 Felicia & Family,It was a pleasure to call Eddie a family friend for years. He'll be missed.
Your family will be in our prayers for strength.
Love,
Judy & Bill Hudgens
Hot Springs, Ar
Deloris & Sherri Jones
Rison, AR Sunday, February 6, 2022 Prayers for your family. So sorry for the loss of your Dad.