Percy West

Percy Lee West, 84, of Benton, departed this life and entered into eternity on August 13, 2019. He was born on April 15, 1935, in Seminole, Oklahoma, to the late Paris and Rebbecca (Haney) West. On July 3, 1954, Percy married Jimmy Jo (Over-bey) West, and together they raised their four children in Seminole before moving to Benton, Arkansas, in the early 1970s.

Percy was a man of resolute faith with unwavering love for and devotion to his family. We remember him as a strong, kind husband, father, and grandfather, with a quick smile and a guitar close by. We remember how much he liked to watch John Wayne movies and the Dallas Cowboys football, how he told stories of his life in Oklahoma and on the road as an insurance salesman, and how he used his musical talent as a guitarist in the church band. We remember his delight for gathering around the table with his family for holidays and special occasions. His big smiles and bear hugs reminded all of us how much he loved us. Most importantly, we remember his steadfast assurance in his salvation through Christ, which gives us hope that we will be reunited with him in Heaven someday. Percy’s love for God and family inspires us to make time for the people in our lives who matter most so that our lives will be as his: Full of memories that bind us together, make us stronger, and give us a legacy to celebrate.

Percy leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 65 years, Jimmy Jo West of Benton, Arkansas; his children Delana Whitfield and husband Rudy of Glen Rose, Arkansas, Sheila Young and husband Rick of Benton, Arkansas, Ricky West and wife Robin of Benton, Arkansas, and Belinda Canady and husband Joe of Benton Arkansas; nine grandchildren: Shawna Anderson, Ashleigh Rosinbaum and husband Jeff, Whitney King and husband Brett, Tara Young, Chris Canady and wife Courtny, Meghan Whitfield and partner Anthony O’Brien, Bryson West and wife Julia, Casey Canady and wife Tara, and Ryan Young and wife Chelsea; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Charles West and wife Dorthea of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; sister, Bessie Taylor of Midland, Texas; and many family members and friends.

Preceding Percy in death are his parents, six brothers, and three sisters.

Reception visitation will be held from 1 – 2pm on Friday, August 16, at Smith-Benton Funeral Home, 322 N. Market Street, Benton, Arkansas. Funeral service, officiated by Sharon McCormack, following at 2pm. Burial will follow at Smith-Rosemont Cemetary with Chris Canady, Bryson West, Casey Canady, Joe Canady, Ryan Young, and Jeff Rosinbaum assisting as pallbearers.

Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.