Clark Henry Rainwater, Jr “Junior”, 68, of Quitman, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. He was born in DeQuincy, Louisiana on June 24, 1954 to Clark and Annie Rainwater.
Clark married the love of his life, Debbie Leger Rainwater, on August 1, 1973. He served in the United States Army. Clark was a minister and member of Bethel Chapel in Quitman, Arkansas. He loved to hunt, fish, travel, raise goats, sheep, chickens, rabbits, and tend to his garden.
Clark leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Debbie Rainwater of Quitman, Arkansas; his son Steven (Melanie) Rainwater of Mt View, Arkansas; his daughter Christine (Darren) Taylor of Sherwood, Arkansas; 7 grandchildren- Katelyn Babb, Courtney Laster, Carley Laster, Bradley Rainwater, Destiny Rainwater, Ashley Rainwater and Brayden Rainwater; 1 great-granddaughter Everleigh Babb; brother J.R Franklin of DeQuincy, Louisiana; sister Ethyl (Jimmy) Burgess of DeQuincy, Louisiana; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Clark is preceded in death by his parents Clark and Annie Rainwater; his daughter, Marla Jo Rainwater; his great-granddaughter, Caroline Cline; brothers Wiburn Franklin, Dennis Rainwater, and Paul Rainwater; and sister Nyoka Smith.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 from 6:00-8:00pm at A Natural State Funeral Service. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 11:00am at A Natural State Funeral Service; 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas. Burial to follow at Serenity Gardens in Jacksonville, Arkansas with Military Honors by the United States Army.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service. 501-982-3400. www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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A man not easily forgotten because of his love for God and others, his love for fun and his family. It was a blessing to have met you so many years ago and have you and Sis Rainwater as guests in our home so many times. And yes, that was some of the toughest roast beef we’ve ever had! 😀
My condolences to the Rainwater family. I taught their two children and can can attest to the quality of their behavior due to the upbringing received from this family. My sympathy to you all.
We will miss this fine man of GOD, may GOD BLESS his family, truly an inspiration to us all
So sorry for your loss love you’ll
So sorry to hear of Br Rainwater passing. A lot of great memories. Praying for you all love u all.
My sweet daddy. I love you so much. I can’t imagine this life without you. Forever your little girl.
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Brother Rainwater will for certain be missed by many souls including mine ! I had the privilege of worshipping with him is church fellowship services and those time’s are more valuable than silver or gold !!! Until we meet again on that beautiful shore my Brother!!!
Jr. will be sadly missed by his many family members and friends from Louisiana I lost touch with him years ago, but am so glad that he decided to do the work of the Lord. My condolences goes out to all of his family and friends. May God bless you and keep you safe.
The word Thankful comes to my mind when we just received the news of brother rainwaters going home. So many memories and stories I can recall. Brother rainwater God has been so good to you. Folks this man of God is a walking miracle. What a powerful testimony. I appreciate all of the messages I have heard from the ministry of this man. I also appreciate hospitality and friendship you all have showed mom and dad over the years. Lots of talking about just life, goats,sheep, hunting dogs and talk about gardening
God bless from the
Stephen Carpenter and family.
So sorry for your loss! We’ll be praying for ya’ll God bless 🙏
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