He was a retired civil engineer for Hardaway Corporation, a Mason, Shriner and a Baptist. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Bobby H. Sawyer and a sister, Mayvia J. Sawyer Robbins.
Survivors include two daughters, Brenda Cheryl Arkin of Nashville, TN and Glenda Regina Swisher of Houston, TX; one sister, Melinda Sawyer McDaniel of Monticello; three grandsons, one granddaughter and a devoted partner and friend, Laverne Elliott of Monticello.


Condolences(4)
Mattie Tucker
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 12, 2014 So sorry for the loss of your brother and father, you have my deepest and sincere sympathy. my prayers are with all the family.James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Melinda and FamilyWe are sorry for your loss of Jimmy Carroll. I have happy memories spending time with Mayvia in the Sawyer home.
James and Kathy Bates Berry
Judy Hatley Sipes
Litle Rock, AR Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Melinda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Monday, November 10, 2014 Melinda, I am sorry for the loss of your brother. Please accept my condolences.