Mike was a construction worker, a graduate of UAM with a B.S. Degree in Speech and attended Green Hill United Methodist Church. He was a person who everyone wanted as a friend and one who had a true Samaritan heart. He never met anyone who was beneath him and, when he saw bad circumstances, he would do everything in his power to help. His home became the "Community Coffee House" where everyone would gather to discuss politics, interesting life events or even just the plain "bull" of the day. Mike enjoyed his family and bragging on his Native American grandchildren and daughter, Tiffany. Mike loved children and wanted to make a difference in their lives and give them the experiences and love that his parents gave him growing up.
Survivors include his wife Carolyn Gambill Pace of Green Hill; two daughters, Tiffany Pace Williams and husband Michael of Puyallup, WA and Heather Carter and husband Joseph of Monticello; two sons, Andrew Sanders and wife Christi of Crossett and Kennon Wrench of Hawaii; his mother, Leola Owen Pace of the Green Hill Community; one brother, Mark Pace and wife Chris of Monticello; four sisters, Roxanne Karnes and husband Chuck of Monticello, Rachel Pace of the Green Hill Community, Susan Wishard and husband Rodney of Monticello and Sally Smith and husband B.J. of Jonesboro; nine grandchildren, Tommy, Neala, Nicholas, Nathaniel, Calely, Sammi, Amber, Cassidy and Mattie; one great-grandson, Konnor; five aunts, Louise Barnes, May Hobbs, Fay Wiggam and husband Don, Cleora Crook and Jean Owen; and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
Funeral service will be 4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 2016 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel with Rev. Don Johnson and Rev. Joe Kaiser officiating. Family visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Saturday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Gideon's International, P O Box 35, Monticello, AR 71655 or Green Hill United Methodist Church, c/o Roxanne Karnes, 198 South Bowser Road, Monticello, AR 71655. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(32)
Carolyn Pace
Wilmar, AR Friday, April 1, 2016 I just want to thank everyone for the kindness, prayers, gifts, cards, donations, and food during this time of loss. We lost a great man, who will be missed by all who knew him.( His friends and family were so important to him.)Thanks again,
Love, Carolyn Pace
Pat Ezelle Sanderd
Sun City, AR Friday, March 25, 2016 My heartfelt condolence go out yo his family. I have many great memories of him I will always cherishBeverly & Marshall Sullivan
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2016 So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.linda fun derburg
monticello,ar, AR Monday, March 21, 2016 prayers for the entire pace family God blessShelia Ratledge
Owasso, OK Sunday, March 20, 2016 I am so sorry for y'alls loss. Mike was such as good man and our son Mikey really enjoyed working for him. I remember Mike back years ago when he worked at the developmental center ,he was such a caring person with the"kids" . Mike will be missed by many.Shelia, Danny Ratledge and family
Lee & Carol Zuehlke
Bells, TN Sunday, March 20, 2016 So sorry. Liked Mike a lot when we were there. Pur prayers are with all of you.Rebecca Brooks
Prescott Valley, AZ Sunday, March 20, 2016 We are so sad to hear about Mikey. He holds a very dear spot in our hearts. We will be praying for all of the family!Cindy Harper
Wilmar, AR Sunday, March 20, 2016 Carolyn, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Mary Burgess
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 19, 2016 Carolyn I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Mike. Every time I saw him or spoke to him he made me laugh. You are a special lady and with the help of the Lord you will get through these dark days ahead of you. I have walked in your shoes and if I can help you in anyway please let me help. Love uScott Wrench
Monument, CO Saturday, March 19, 2016 I'm so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy who always made me feel welcome. It's hard to imagine a trip to Arkansas where he's not there.Lane and Jacque Gardner
Warner Robins, GA Saturday, March 19, 2016 To Carolyn, Mrs. Leola, Mark, Roxanne, and Pace Family,May all your good memories of Mike give you comfort and peace during this time of personal loss. Mike and I were good friends growing up together and through high school. He was a good person and a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Pace family.
Condolences,
Lane and Jacque Gardner
Kitty Wiscaver
, AR Saturday, March 19, 2016 Prayers for the family. Mike was a great friend and co-worker.Terry Winstead Mize
Lufkin, TX Friday, March 18, 2016 So very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with all of the Pace family.Rick & Fran Haney
Post Falls, ID Friday, March 18, 2016 It is very very sad to read of Mike's passing. He was a friend and a wonderful member of our church family at Green Hill. Our prayers are with all the family during this tragic time.Larry & Donna Taylor
Warren, AR Friday, March 18, 2016 Roxanne and family, We are so sorry to hear of Mike's sudden death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. May God give you the peace and comfort that only he can do in the days ahead.Larry Ku
Forestville, CA Friday, March 18, 2016 Condolences to Mike's family. Your brother and dad helped me salvage a required, summer FFA project growing tomatoes the summer I had to take off with my family to Oak Ridge. Mike knew A LOT about tomatoes; Mark Scott, R.I.P., not so much! Whatever happened to that mobile home just north of Gardner's Station at the entrance to A&M? The survivors of DCHS 1968 will miss you.Debra Kelly
Denver, CO Friday, March 18, 2016 Mike was in my class at Drew Central and I haven't seen him in many years. I have fond memories of him as a handsome, sweet and fun friend. I'm so sorry to hear of his loss - he was far too young. Prayers of peace and comfort and wonderful memories to his family and friends.Clara Ray
, TX Friday, March 18, 2016 May God give you peace and comfort at this difficult time. Mike will be missed by all who knew him>Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, March 18, 2016 Carolyn and all family,I am so sorry to hear about Mike's death. He was truly a wonderful man and loved by all. My heart aches for each of you at this sad time. We know he is now at peace with our lGod. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you peace in your sorrow.
With love & sympathy,
Janice
Charles and Tina Williams
Wilmar, AR Friday, March 18, 2016 We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep yall in our prayers.The Williams Family
Andy Briant
Monticello, AR Friday, March 18, 2016 I first met Mike in our music store. He was a good customer and all around great guy! I always enjoyed visiting with him.I last saw him in wm a few days ago and he was telling me that two of "my" guitars were in Hawaii (Kennon) R.I.P. Mike,my friend, you will surely be missed. Sincerest condolences to all the family .Jackie Gamble
Monticello, AR Friday, March 18, 2016 So sorry for the loss of this nice man.Rev Neich & Carol Robinson Jr
Monticello, AR Friday, March 18, 2016 Our prayers are with this family.You can depend on God...Philippians 4:13 says... "I can do all thing through Christ which strengthenth me."Joe Guenter
Monticello, AR Friday, March 18, 2016 Mike was one of my early Sig Taus, who I enjoyed keeping up with and visiting with from time to time. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family including his brother and sisters.Joe Guenter
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Thursday, March 17, 2016 Dear Mark & All of Your Family,I am so sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
In Christian Love,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
George Burks
Bryant, AR Thursday, March 17, 2016 Mike had a big heart, a loud laugh, big smile and was a friend that you could count on. Gonna miss you buddy!!!!Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Thursday, March 17, 2016 Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family. Mike was 2 years older than me. I remember him at Drew Central.James Humphreys
Hot Springs, AR Thursday, March 17, 2016 a great guy, who I always enjoyed spending time with.Deborah and Lane Mason
Texarkana, AR Thursday, March 17, 2016 To the Family of Michael and my daughter Tiffany Leanne Pace Williams,There are no words to be spoken that will heal your hearts at this time. The sudden loss of a loved one is something you never imagine. Reach out to one another and let the people who love you support you. Remember all the great moments shared with him and know that he loved you too. He lives on in your memories and in your heart.
Deborah Humphreys Mason
Carole (Doss-Johns) Rushing
Wodlawn (formerly Green Hill), AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 To the family, I was so saddened to read of Mike's passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy. May the Lord grant you strength, comfort and peace to help you through this very difficult time. You will be in my thoughts and prayers through this trial.With Love for the family,
Carole Doss
Barbara Burks McElroy
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Carolyn and family, I was so sorry to hear about MikeYou are in my thoughts and prayers.
James and Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Please accept our sympathy. We are so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Will be keeping the faimiy in our prayers.