He retired from Burlington Rug Mill, was a World War II Army Veteran and a member of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Star City. After retiring, he continued to work on the farm. He was always busy. He loved to raise a garden, talk to people and most importantly, attend church or try to get others to go to church. His favorite pastime was working, not like most of us watching sports on TV or just watching TV.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Esil Morrison Handly, three sisters, nine brothers and several nieces and nephews.
Survivors include his wife, Irene White Handly of Monticello; one daughter, Louise Byerly of Monticello; one son, Jimmy Handly of Monticello; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; lots of nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Condolences(8)
James & Linda Calhoun
Arkadelphia, AR Saturday, February 26, 2011 Louise and Family,Linda and I are sorry about your dad's death. We pray that God will give you comfort in knowing that he is in a much better place.
God Bless,
James & Linda Calhoun
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
The Dunlap Family
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 24, 2011 We were so sorry to here about the loss of your loved one. Our deepest sympathy to each of you along with our prayers. You all have always had a special place in our heart. May God bless each of you.barbara milburn
, TX Tuesday, February 22, 2011 Louise and family, my deepest sympathy to you at this time.Wanda Cunningham Hayes
Little Rock, AR Monday, February 21, 2011 Jimmy and Louise, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are both in my prayers.Joyce/Ab PeveyM
Monticello, AL Monday, February 21, 2011 Ab & I send our condolences. We have missed seeing you at Taco Bell.(erry White Manning
Sheridan, AR Sunday, February 20, 2011 Uncle Hollis was a very great, honest, and loving man. He loved and a firm believer in the Lord. He is with the lord now by his side. He will be very missed. Have peace in your heart for we know that he is in the hands of the lord not feeling any pain or sorrow. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends. I Love you uncle Hollis!!!Paul & LInda Newman
Rison, AR Sunday, February 20, 2011 Our prayers are with all you at this time. May God wrap his loving arms around at this time and for the weeks to come.Tommy &Linda Standridge
Rison, AR Saturday, February 19, 2011 Louise, we want you to know you have our prayers and it will be hard but think about the good times and not the sad ones . We are here if you need us, all you need to do is call