Robert James Sewell

Robert James Sewell, 82, of the Lake Friarson Community, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2011 at his residence. He was born February 26, 1929 in Arcadia, Louisiana the son of the late Ora J. and Altha Mae Daniels Sewell. He was also preceded in death by his sons, Robbie Sewell and Scott Brackin. He was retired manufacturing sales. He was a navy veteran and of the methodist faith. He is survived by his wife: Obelia A. Sewell of the home; son: Tim Brackin of Jonesboro; daughters and sons-in-law: Karen and Harlen Wentz, Jan and Louis Hartley all of Florida; Terry Kelley of Jonesboro; Tracy and Keith Mosbey of Paragould; Toni and Scott Harris of Germantown, TN; seventeen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. No visitation is planned. Family and friends will meet for a graveside service at 11:00 AM, Wednesday at Jonesboro Memorial Park with Reverend Raymond Atwood officiating. Heath Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To sign online guestbook, please visit www.heathfuneralhome.com