Wayne Arlon Guess Jr., affectionately known by many as “Dirt Man,” age 71, of Cabot, Arkansas, broke his earthly bonds to be with Jesus on March 14, 2026. Born in Little Rock on October 17, 1954, to Wayne A. Guess Sr. and Clara Rial, Arlon lived a life defined by his faith, his family, and his passions.
A dedicated dump truck driver and heavy equipment owner/operator, Arlon was a man of hard work and high spirits. He was a lover of Harley-Davidson motorcycles and was famously known as the life of any party. Above all, he loved to tell everyone about Jesus and found great joy in serving the Lord by playing his harmonicas.
Arlon was preceded in death by his father Wayne Guess Sr., mother Clara Rial, sister Pam Guess, stepfather Carl Rial, and his grandsons, Micah and Judah Atchison.
He leaves behind a large and loving family, including his wife of 31 years, Sandra; his son, Joshua Guess of Heber Springs; and his daughter, Jaime Levecchia (Dan) of Romance; Chris Atchison (Kaci) and Jody (Rhema) of Mexico.
His love for his children and grandchildren was unmatched. His legacy continues through his grandchildren: Faith Atchison, Sam Atchison (Ariel), Lily Sims (Bradley), Joseph Atchison, Elijah Atchison, Noah Atchison, London Levecchia, Cruz Levecchia, and Rome Levecchia.
He is also survived by his stepmother Jennie Sue Guess and a host of extended family and friends too numerous to name.
The family expresses their sincere appreciation to Hospice Home Care of Searcy for their loving care provided to Arlon and the family. In lieu of flowers, you can make a donation to Hospice Home Care of Searcy in his memory.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at The Assembly Cabot, 2100 North 2nd Street, Cabot, Arkansas 72023. Visitation: 1:00 PM / Service: 2:00 PM.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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Welcome home Arlan. Well deserved.
Sandra, Dan
I am so very sorry for your loss. Arlon was an absolute blessing and an incredible man. Sandra it has been so very long since you and I have seen each other but not a day goes by that I don’t remember you and Arlons kindness too me and my girls. Dan, you and I have known each other and my heart breaks for your family. You have always been an Uncle to my girls. Much love to you and Sandra, all your family during this time. Sending you prayers for healing and Gods blessings.
Reaci and Jerry Schamp.
I love you cousin, we had some great times together. Dear Lord, please be with Sandra and JOSH during this difficult time. 🙏🙏🙏
There was only one Arlon. God knew the world needed a Arlon Guess and we are all better for knowing him. We loved playing with him in the band. God loves him, we love him and heaven is rejoicing to have him there.
RIP brother…
Sandra, Josh and family. I’m so sorry to hear about Arlon. A long time friend, for sure. Prayers of comfort for the family.
Dear Sandra and family, I am saddened to hear about Arlon but rejoice in the fact that to be absent from the body is to be home with the Lord. Amen. Arlon was always so generous and gracious to me and my children. He will be missed. Love, Lynnette
Dear Sandra, we hope you know how much we love you and our Dirt Man Arlon Guess. Words can’t really express our condolences for he’s sadden past, but one thing is for sure, he made a deep impact in so many lives, like mine, his sister from another mother. We know he’s totally healed now in The Presence of The Almighty God, Praise The Good Lord forever and ever
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