He was a senior at the University of Arkansas at Monticello and a very active member of Rose Hill Free Will Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thomas D. and Margaret Wooten and Ronald Gene Beard; his great-grandparents, J. B. and Carrie Bea Beard and Ona Beatrice and Clifton L. Savage.
Dillon had many talents; he learned to draw from an early age, taught himself to play the guitar at 13 and was an avid photographer. He also became a personal trainer to inspire others.
Survivors include his mother and father, Shelly Beard Wooten and Tom Wooten of Monticello; his sister, Kelsey Wooten of Monticello; his grandmother, Bettye Rial of Monticello; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at Rose Hill Free Will Baptist Church by Rev. Dwayne Roper and Rev. David Ponder. Burial will be in Andrews Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Rose Hill Free Will Baptist Church, 2130 Hwy 35 West, Monticello, AR 71655 or All Time Fitness 397 Market St. Monticello, AR 71655. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(40)
Earnestine Colburn
Monticello, AR Friday, December 11, 2015 Betty, I am so sorry to hear of your grandson's passing. I am truly sorry it was a month late when I saw it .May God be with you and your family. I know what it is like to loose a son so young.. My prayers are with you. There is not a day goes by that I don't think of my son and he has been gone 8 years.
Valerie Chapman Carter
Vivian, LA Tuesday, December 1, 2015 Tom and family, I am so sorry. I'm praying for peace and comfort for you all.May God bless you all,
Valerie Chapman Carter (Class of 81)
Janice Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Tuesday, December 1, 2015 Tom, Shelly & family,My thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. So sad to loose those whom we love so dearly. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you comfort in your loss.
With love & sympathy,
Janice Wiggam
clifford childers
Hampton, AR Tuesday, December 1, 2015 Sorry for your loss we lost a daughter last Nov. The Lord will give you the strength to go you have the good memories cherish them.Dennis A. Ledbetter
Eureka Springs, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Rest in Peacetrace harris
vilonia, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Although I didn't know you that well from what Ive heard your a good person and god has a special place prepared for you when you reach heavens golden gates of glory and you dont have t o suffer no more rest in peace we will all miss youMark McManus
Alton, MO Monday, November 30, 2015 Continuing to pray for God's comfort. Love you guys!Brandon and Deena Brown
bentonville, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Shelly, Tom, and Kelsey- we are so sorry to hear about Dillion. I loved having him in the Cub Scout troop with Dakota then seeing him grow into a kind young man. Our prayers are with you.Robin Lansdale
Monticello, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Tom I'm so deeply sorry for the loss of your son, may God bless you and your family!!!James & Shelley Temple
Hermitage, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Family,Our hearts and prayers are with you all. May God's comfort and grace fill your hearts and soull as only He can. We love you all, we will keep you in our prayers.
Lowell F. Lynde, Jr.
Monticello, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Dillon was a fine young man who was in a couple of my math classes at UAM. He was our ALEKS expert and was very helpful to the students in the math tutoring lab. My thoughts and prayers go out to Tom, Shelley, and all Dillon's family and friends at this time. May God bless you all with many happy memories of Dillon.Michelle Bailey
, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Prayers for you and familyKim Hoffman
Little Rock, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Tom, Shelly and Kelsey,Just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you all.
I haven't seen Dillon in years, and still remember the cute little boy with the pretty big eyes when I was at MES. Praying that God will give you comfort and peace.
Valerie Thompson
Monticello, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Shelly and Tom I am sorry sorry for your loss. Dillon was a wonderful young man. YOu are in my thoughts and prayers.Valerie Thompson
Jamie Smith Free
Benton, LA Monday, November 30, 2015 I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.Jill Pemberton
Monticello, AR Monday, November 30, 2015 Such a tragic loss of a wonderful young man. Prayers of comfort and love for Tom, Shelley, and family. Love you guys.KK Feldhaus
Fordyce, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015 Shelly, Tom....i am so sorry to hear this news! know that y'all are in my thoughts and prayers. i know that Dillon's story and life inspired many who knew him. his legacy will live on in all! God's mercy and grace as you go through the next few daysSherry Hays
Hermitage, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015 Bettye Kay and family, thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort.Pam Gladden
Monticello, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015Betty, Shelly and family, my prayers and thoughts are with you all. Love you all so much.
Carl, Mindy, Taylor & Carly Sivils
El Dorado, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015 We are so sorry to hear of Dillon's passing. We love your family and you are lifted up in our prayers.Jamie Andrews
, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015 RIP Dillon, I love you cuz!! Gone but never forgotten. See you when I get there.Rose Ann Adcock
Rogers, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015 I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Dillon. What great memories I have of Dillon when he was in my classroom! His smile will never be forgotten. May God be with all of you in this time of need. Love and prayers to you. Rose AnnHoney Hayden Henderson
Fort Smith, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015 Tom and family, my prayers of faith go out to you all and I hope that time will heal the pain and you know that the love that you had for him will never be forgotten.Terri Wallace
Wilmar, AR Sunday, November 29, 2015 Prayers continue for Tom, Shelly,Kenslie and Aunt Betty Kay, my heart breaks for you all. Dillon had been through so much in his short life, and through his strength he iver came every thing that was thrown his way like a champ. He was a man i god this i know, and im thankful to of had known him and you should be proud of the man you raised... he left a huge impact on many hearts and will be greatly missed, until we meet again my friend. Dillon has always been an angel only now he has gained his wings and will now look over us.Love you always,
Terri Wallace
James and Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Saturday, November 28, 2015 Tom, Shelly and family, we were so very sorry to hear of Dillon's passing. Know that others will be lifting you up in prayer.Stephen C Owens
Conway, AR Saturday, November 28, 2015 With our sincere condolences,Steve and Eva
Elaine Connard
Monticello, AR Saturday, November 28, 2015 My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.Ginger Norris
Monticello, AR Saturday, November 28, 2015 Praying you will feel God's love, grace and peace in this time of grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.james wooten
monticello, AR Saturday, November 28, 2015 Tom and Shelly i want you both to know how much i loved Dillon. he was such a sweet kind child. i knew he had my back uncle jimmy loved him like he was my own child. he would help me with some of my dumb projects when others thought i was just being crazyJuanda Craig
Monticello, AR Saturday, November 28, 2015 My heart is broken and even though I know without a doubt where this sweet young man is, it hurts so much to know we won't see this little bashful smile, experience his awesome love for God.I know Heaven has gained an extraordinary angel that is brighten the corner where he is. Dillon left a testimony here that has touched the lives of all who knew him. Tom,Shelly you guys raised an awesome young man, thank you for sharing him with us. All our lives are better for knowing Dillon R. Wooten. God please give us comfort that only you can give in this time of sorrow.
I Love You, guys so much.
James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Friday, November 27, 2015 Tom, Shelly and FamilyWe are so sorry for your loss.
Love and prayers
James and Kathy
Joan Adair
Monticello, AR Friday, November 27, 2015 Iam so sorry for your loss. May he R.I.P. God bless all of you.Walter Chapman
Monticello, AR Friday, November 27, 2015 Tom, Shelley and family, So sorry to hear of Dillon's passing. My prayers are with you.chris d ellis
grapevine, AR Thursday, November 26, 2015 I am very sorry for your lose if yall need anything don't hesistate to get in touch with me.Amy Daniels
Beebe, AR Wednesday, November 25, 2015 While there are no words that can be sufficient during this time, may your love and memories give you strength and comfort. I pray that you find peace, love, and comfort through your faith and courage.Shelia Ratledge
Owasso, OK Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Dear Shelly and family we are so sorry for your loss. Praying God's peace, strength, courage, understanding, and love. Love y'allKay Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 25, 2015 I realize there are no words I can say to ease your pain. I just want you to know that your family is in my prayers. I pray that the love of friends and family will help you through this most difficult time. Dillon was a fine young man, and I always enjoyed talking to him at Fred's.Charles Marter JR
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Mr. Tom, I'm so sorry for your loss.You and your family are in our prayers.
Donna Savage
Greenhill, AR Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Much love and many prayers to all of Dillon's loved ones.Pat Savage Montgomery
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 25, 2015 So very sorry to hear about your son. Wish there were words to say but know that you are in my prayers.