He was employed at Centerpoint Energy for 40 years and was a member of Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He loved his Lord and his family very much and was an avid fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth (Liz) Lanier Rawls of Monticello; two sons, Tony Rawls and wife Kim and Darren Rawls and wife Tera all of Monticello; three sisters, Charlotte Ply and husband Wendell of Monticello, Joyce Raney and husband Gary of Ivan and Karen Pierce of Monticello; four granddaughters, Mykayla, Allison, Larren and Nadaleigh; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 6, 2019 at Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church with burial to follow in Union Ridge Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the church. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(23)
Karen Moore Crowson
Benton, AR Friday, September 6, 2019 So sad to hear of Leon’s passing. I have great memories of many conversations when I was employed in the ‘Leakage Department’. I was the only female in an all male department and even though Leon wasn’t in Little Rock that often; he always treated me with southern gentleman respect. My prayers are with your family.Crystal Burton
, AR Friday, September 6, 2019 I'm so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there's anything at all we can do. Praying for you guys.Matt Burton
El Dorado, AR Friday, September 6, 2019 Mrs. Liz, Tony and DarrenI am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Leon was a Great Man, I cannot thank you and your family enough for sharing him after dad passed away. Mr Leon never missed a thing, mom always said that she was in good hands with Mr Leon look checking on her and the house. He and dad are proaly visiting in Heaven now. That sure does make me smile.
Martha Waites
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 5, 2019 Liz, Charlotte and the rest of the family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Leon was a good guy.Homer shirey
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 5, 2019 Liz I am so sorry for your loss may the Lord be with you in hard timeJane Marie Jordan Austin
Paragould, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 So sorry to hear of this. Many prayers for your family.Sandy West
Hamburg, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 My thoughts & prayers are with you & the family.I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving supporting arms around the family during this difficult time.
Sandy West
Gloria Schwab
Bentonville, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Joyce Ann and family , So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for your family .Carl Jenkins
Farmington, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Liz, Darren, Tony, Charlotte, Joyce, Karen and families I am sorry to hear about the loss of Leon. He was a great guy and will be missed by all. We send our prayers and love to you all.Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Charlotte and family.... our thoughts and prayers are with you.Karen Fuqua
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 I am so sorry for your loss! My prayers are with you!Ashley Nichole Watson
Lamar, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Sending Prayers to the familySharon Shook McIntyre
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.In Christian Love,
Sharon
Monda & Eddie Rogers
Fordyce, AR Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Joyce and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and strength for you during this difficult time.jacqueline love-craft
eudora, AR Tuesday, September 3, 2019 thinking of you guys you are in our prayerFaye Williams
Walker, LA Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Our Condolences to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Michael Foshee
, VA Tuesday, September 3, 2019 I'm sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.lois kellum
Lake Village, AR Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Liz so sorry for your loss.Leon was a great guy and a hard worker. Way too young.Prayers for all of you;Heaven has received an angel.Beverly Cokley
Dermott, AR Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Darren and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know that God will enfold you and your family in his arms and give you peace. Prayers and sympathy for each of you.Much love,
Beverly
Sharon Utley
Austin, AR Tuesday, September 3, 2019 It is with a sad heart that I offer my condolences on the loss of Leon. Leon was a good man, hard worker and family man. I could always count on him to do the right thing. I know he will be greatly missed. Prayers for God to wrap his comforting arms around your heart.Lisa Graham - CenterPoint Energy
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, September 3, 2019 I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Jim Glennon
Possum Valley, AR Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Peace and strength to the family. Sorry for your loss.Darlene Savage
Monticello, AR Monday, September 2, 2019 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.With greatest sympathy,
Don and Darlene Savage