Norman Boyd Nesbitt's Obituary
Norman Boyd Nesbitt, age 86, of Winslow, Arkansas passed away Friday, June 4, 2021. He was born August 8, 1934, in Rison, Arkansas to Raymond and Rebecca Strahan Nesbitt. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Shirley Jarnagan Nesbitt, his 3 brothers, 3 sisters, and grandson Matthew Nolan.
He is survived by his children, Raymond Nesbitt of Little Rock, Ameda Marrs of Rogers, Becca Sillivan and husband Alan of Texarkana, Allen Nesbitt and wife Cynthia of Benton, AR; stepson Randy Jarnagan and wife Michaelle, and stepdaughter Rhonda Jarnagan all from Winslow.
Grandchildren, Laura Snyder (Jeremy), Cassi Woodall (Brandon), Cory Nesbitt, Ethan Langston, Blake Nesbitt (Rebecca) and Stormy Nolan. Great Grandchildren, Jude, Levon, Annabeth, John Luke, Jada, Dax, Harper, and Easton. Seven step grandchildren, seven step great grandchildren, and one great great step grandchild. He adored each one of them with his whole heart.
Boyd spent his life as a brick mason, an exceptional one at that. After he retired from the trade, he never slowed down. He kept himself busy piddling in his shop, mowing all of Winslow, and spending time with his family. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Winslow.
Boyd was more than just a husband, brother, uncle, father, and grandfather, he was a friend, mentor, and a leader. Throughout the years, he taught so many about the brick-trade and instilled in them the importance of quality work especially to his kids and grandson who followed in his footsteps.
He loved the Lord. He and Shirley enjoyed going to church and the fellowship they had with their church family. For many years, Boyd sang in the church. He had such unique sound, one that grabbed your attention and could bring tears to your eyes especially when he sang “The Old Rugged Cross”.
Boyd was funny, cantankerous, and stubborn. These were the things that made him who he was. Just ask his lifelong friends David Davenport (Nadine) and Farris Spann (Carolyn). Oh, the stories they could tell! The bond they shared was unbreakable, there is no doubt a piece of their hearts went to heaven with him.
After Shirley’s passing, Boyd’s sense of humor started to fade along with his memory and his kids tried to get him to move closer to them, but he just wouldn’t leave Winslow and the memories he and Shirley had made there. Truth be told, we are pretty sure he died of a broken heart. As his daughter Rebecca said, “now daddy is dancing with Shirley”. We know he’s at peace and that gives us great comfort.
At his request, no services will be planned, and condolences may be given online at www.bernafuneralhomes.com
Memorials in honor of Boyd may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org/donate.
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