Robert Dale Handly, 82, of Monticello passed away Friday (Sep. 28, 2018) at home. Visitation will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Stephenson Dearman Funeral Home and The Reverend Ray Hearron will officiate. Funeral services will begin at 3 p.m. and the graveside burial service will be at Campground Cemetery.
Dale Handly was born July 10, 1936, in Monticello, a son of Leonard Brooks Handly Sr. and Josephine Starling Handly. He married the love of his life, Jo Ann Hales on December 27, 1957, in Monticello. They celebrated 60 years of marriage this year.
Surviving are a brother, Pat Handly of Quilcene, WA; two sons, Robert Handly of Monticello and his wife, Colleen, and Jeff Handly of Bryant, Arkansas and his wife Adena; three grandchildren, Craig Handly & his wife Laura, Jason Handly and Hunter Handly along with a great granddaughter Megan Handly. Dale was also preceded in death by his parents, his brother Leonard Brooks Handly Jr., and his sister Mignon Handly Pevey.
Dale graduated from Drew Central High School in 1956. He was an active member in the Second Baptist Church and served as a deacon for many years. He retired from Price Lumber Company in 2001 as a co-owner. He was also a farmer, logger, and real estate entrepreneur. He served on the Board of Directors for Drew Memorial Hospital, York Town Water Association and Union Bank.
Dale described his greatest accomplishments in life as being a Christian, husband, father, grandfather and good friend to many. Encouraging all he met to have a relationship with the Lord. The two things Dale never lacked were affection and his humor as he loved to tease others. Dale will be remembered for his wit and his generosity, as well as his love for the outdoors and his family most of all.
Condolences(18)
Tim & Roxanne Smith
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 3, 2018 I was saddened to hear about Mr. Dale's passing. I worked for him as Price Lumber and he was the kindest and hard-working man with a huge heart. I know he will be missed. Roxanne SmithRick & Phyllis Binns
Wilmar, AR Monday, October 1, 2018 So very sorry for ur loss. We will keep family in prayerFrankie Coker
El Dorado, AR Sunday, September 30, 2018 Frankie sends her condolences and wishes she could be there in person. WadeNickie Owens
Wilmar, AR Sunday, September 30, 2018 So sorry about Mr. Dale! Lots of good memories coming to your house for the squirrel stew!! Our thoughts or prayers are with you!!Laron & Carolyn Berryman
Fountain Hill, AR Sunday, September 30, 2018 Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Gladys Youngblood
Monticello, AR Sunday, September 30, 2018 I am so sorry about Dale. Please my love and sympathy to the entire family. Dale was one of my favorite cousins and friends. I am so sorry that we couldn’t attend his funeral and be with all of you but James is back in the hospital again. Love to the Family. GladysJerry Jordan
Maumelle, AR Sunday, September 30, 2018 Prayers for the family, Dale was a friend to my family for many years, he will be missed by all those who knew him.Timmy McCorkle
Monticello, AR Sunday, September 30, 2018 Prayers to the Handly family. I always enjoyed when Mr. Handly was around when a member of Second Baptist or when I was with Mike and fishing some at the camp. I always had the greatest respect for Mr. Handly. Prayers again for Mrs. Handly and family.Glen Per,ins
Monticello, TX Sunday, September 30, 2018 It is so so sad to lose Dale. Worked with Dale at the Soil. Conservation Service in the1960's. and as a mentor that summer.He will be sorely missed. I have o b at JRMC today or I would b with you all.
A frriend Always,
Glen Perkins jr.
Jamie Rawls
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 29, 2018 Words can’t express the heartfelt sympathy I have for your family. My heart is broken for you all.The boys and I were honored and blessed to have known Mr. Dale even though it was just for a short time.
I pray God gives each of you strength to get through the hard days ahead and comfort in knowing he is in a much better place. He was proud of his family and loved you more than anything. Though he is not physically here anymore his legacy will live on through each of you, for he is in your hearts, that will help keep GG going. My love and prayers. -Jamie
Nancy Hales Jeffers
Fairfield Bay, AR Saturday, September 29, 2018 One of the strongest and most forthright men I have had the pleasure of knowing. You will be missed uncle Dale until I see you again. Much love to Aunt Joann.Lisa Burks Forrest
UA MONTICELLO, AR Saturday, September 29, 2018 JoAnn i'm so sorry to hear about dale. Got all of y'all in my thoughts and prayers.Love ya lisa.Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 29, 2018 So saddened.....Great man.....Will be missed! Will miss his presence at our little outing after church on Sunday nights. Love allWilmot Green
Warren, AR Saturday, September 29, 2018 Robert, Colleen, Jason and family so sorry to hear of your loss. May God hold you all in His loving comforting arms and keep you through this time of loss. Just know that your father is in a better place now.Wilmot & Thelma Green
Michael Griffith
Hamburg, AR Saturday, September 29, 2018 I am sorry to hear about Mr Dale I will be praying for all of you during this time.Jimmy Albrecht
DeWitt, AR Friday, September 28, 2018 JoAnn, I am so sorry for your loss. Dale was one of the finest men I have ever had the pleasure knowing. He lived his life for the Lord and never swayed. He demonstrated his faith daily and his love for you as well. Know I am praying for you during this difficult time. May God's loving arms be wrapped around you now and always. Love, Bro Jimmy & Tammy AlbrechtWilliam Waller @ Mae
Plano, 75023, TX Friday, September 28, 2018 Dale, We love you Dale and hope to see you again someday. You are the best brother-law we could have asked for. Our hearts are sad and we will always expect to see you when we go to Monticello. Rest in peace!Bill & Mae
Charles & Barbara Posey
Monticello, AR Friday, September 28, 2018 Jo Ann and family, We are so sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.