Mr. J.W. Lindsey was born on February 07, 1949, in Amy, Arkansas, to the parentage of Selma and Leona Lindsey. He departed this life on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Mr. Lindsey graduated from Union Grove School in 1967. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1968. Following his military service, he worked in the logging industry for a number of years, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Selma and Leona Lindsey; two brother, Richard Lindsey; and Selma T. Lindsey one sister, Flossie Sullivan. One son-in-law, Lonnie Idlebird.

Mr. Lindsey was first united in marriage to Maryann King, and to this union three children were born.

He leaves a legacy of love and memories with his wife, MaryAnn Lindsey of Amy, Arkansas; Two daughters, Mechelle Idlebird of Camden, Arkansas, & Shelia Williams of Little Rock, Arkansas. Two sons, Jason Lindsey of Amy, Arkansas; & Jacob Utsey Camden, Arkansas.; Three brothers: C.L. Lindsey of San Antonio, Texas; L.C. (Ira) Lindsey of Camden, Arkansas; and Edward (Sylvia) Lindsey of Milton, Florida; three sisters: Florene Giles, Catherine (Jerry) Wilson, and Linda (Emmett) Brownlee, all of Camden, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Four great-grandchild, along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends.

An Old Soldier's Prayer

I have fought when others feared to serve.I have gone where others failed to go.I've lost friends in war and strife,Who valued Duty more than love of life.I have shared the comradeship of pain.I have searched the lands for men that we have lost.I have sons who served this land of liberty,Who would fight to see that other stricken lands are free.I have seen the weak forsake humanity.I have heard the traitors praise our enemy.I've seen challenged men become even bolder,I've seen the Duty, Honor, Sacrifice of the Soldier.Now I understand the meaning of our lives,The loss of comrades not so very long ago.So to you who have answered duties siren call,May God bless you my son, may God bless you all.

Lewis Millett

Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors

" The Epitome of Service "