December 8, 1943 - December 18, 2024
George Dykes, Jr. 81, of Ashdown, AR passed away in Texarkana, TX on December 18, 2024. He was born December 8, 1943 in El Dorado, AR to the late George Sr and Ruby (Graham) Dykes.
Mr. Dykes was an extremely proud United States Army Veteran. He served in Vietnam and received numerous awards and medals which include Bronze Star Metal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Campaign Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross, Meritorious Service Medal and Army Commendation Medal (First Oak Leaf Cluster).
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Carol Dykes, one son and daughter-in-law, Cary Scott and Eleni Boosalis of Fairfax, VA, one daughter and son-in-law, Jamie and Michael Dillard of New Boston, TX, four cherished grand-daughters, Gracie, Katie, Stacie and Alexa and his special Aunt Lillian and cousin Shannon.
Graveside services will be Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:00 at Arden Cemetery. |