He was a United States Army veteran of WWII, retired from Texaco Oil and Halley Oil Company as Manager of Monticello Division, and a member and deacon of Eastside Missionary Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by two brothers Raymond and James Vest and one sister Margaret Matthews.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Lois Wood Vest of Monticello; three sons, William Lloyd Vest, Jr. and wife Joyce, and Randall Vest, all of Monticello, and Bill Wood and wife Glenda of Milo; one daughter, Guylene Smith of Hamilton, OH; four granddaughters, Leigh Ashley Vest, Heather Vest, RandiRae Vest, and Cheyenne Tucker all of Monticello; five great-grandchildren, Courtlyn, Damien, Gracie, Landon and Drake.
Graveside service with military honors will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 14 at Union Ridge Cemetery with Rev. Zan Pierce officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(11)
Judy Hatley Sipes
Little Rock, AR Monday, November 16, 2015 You are all in my thoughts and prayers following the home-going of your loved one. Mr. Vest always impressed me as a very fine Christian man who was an asset to the community.Cynthia Trusty
HOUMA, LA Monday, November 16, 2015 Bro. Lloyd was a Godly deacon andI loved him very much knowing he us home
Walking with the Lord and free from his earthly body should bring comfort.Love to all
Pat Carson-Williams
Monticello, AR Saturday, November 14, 2015 Mamaw Lois,I was saddened to read of the loss of Mr. Lloyd. You were both so kind to our family and were so caring and loving when you cared for Joseph so many years ago. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim & Myra Tate
, AR Saturday, November 14, 2015 We are sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers and thoughts.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Thursday, November 12, 2015 For as long as I've know Mr. Lloyd Vest, he was a kind, Christian man! My sincere condolences go to Mrs. Lois and his entire family. I hope you find consolation in the fact that he is no longer suffering.Walter Chapman
Monticello, AR Thursday, November 12, 2015 William and Joyce So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I pray for God's blessings upon you and your family in this time of loss.Janice Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Thursday, November 12, 2015 Will, Joyce & Family,So sorry to hear about your dad's death. I know your sorrow. Cherish the wonderful memories and know he is now at rest with our God. You and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With love & sympathy,
Janice Gladden Wiggam
Bobby Gilliam&Margaret
Shreveport, LA Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Our Prayers are for all his family and friendsLarry&Gail Hammil
, AR Wednesday, November 11, 2015 We are sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers and thoughts. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.Jerry&Linda Ward
Dermott, AR Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Just want you all to know how sorry we are for your loss.You will be in our prayersGloria Hensley
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 11, 2015 William and family. We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a special person. Sending prayers.Carl & Gloria Hensley