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Mickey Lee Taber, age 64

Mickey L. Taber, age 64, died peacefully in his sleep early Sunday morning, January 31, 2021 at home in Redfield, Arkansas.

Mickey was born Monday, April 30, 1956 in Miami, OK to parents Amos and Lela Taber.  Mickey was raised and attended school in Galena, KS, before joining the U.S. Army.  He then met his future wife Donna Reed, eventually moving to Arkansas where they raised their children.

In his later years, Mickey enjoyed spending time nature-watching, gardening, and fishing.  His true joy came from spending time with family which included his beloved chihuahua, Tinker, who was always by his side.

Mickey is proceeded in death by his parents, Amos and Lela Taber and siblings, Jimmy, Waynette, Jack, Mary Opal, Jo Jean, Sharlene, Billy, and Gene.  He is survived by his brothers, Sam and John Taber; former wife, Donna Taber and their children; son and daughter-in-law, Mitchell and Rebecca Taber; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Tim Humble; and his six grandchildren, Aaron, Kati, Aaron, Hailey, Ralexus, and Jaycee. 

No service will be held at his request.  In lieu of flowers, condolences may be sent to 11 Fraser Drive, Jacksonville, AR 72076.

Arrangements are under the trusted direction of A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400. 

 

4 Comments

  • Donna Taber Posted February 2, 2021 11:27 AM

    He was a wonderful man and great father. He will be sorely missed.

  • Tabetha Crain Posted February 2, 2021 3:00 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. He will be dearly missed but he will NEVER be Forgotten.
    He was a one of kind that’s for sure. He always loved helping people & he loved being outside &
    he lovedd his dog’s that for sure he was a dog lover. Go rest high on that mountain top & watch over all of us down here . Love ya

  • Chaney McBryde Posted February 3, 2021 8:17 AM

    Love you, Jennifer. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and heart.

  • Nancy Martinez and Andy Reed Posted February 5, 2021 12:17 PM

    So. Sorry for your loss everyone
    God bless..

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