Robert Ray Willhite, 53, of Van Buren, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019 in Fort Smith. He was born November 25, 1965 in Fort Smith to the late Melvin Willhite and Gertie Cook. He worked in construction, and was preceded in death by a sister, Jeannie Ritchardson; and a brother, Johnny Willhite.
He is survived by his wife, Shelia Willhite of the home; a daughter, Kristen Huff of Van Buren; a son, Douglas Willhite of Fort Smith; five sisters, Carolyn Bull of Fort Smith, Sharon Faulkner and Darhonda Dye, both of Greenwood, Kimberly Hill of Mountainburg, and Tonya Willhite of Alma; two brothers, James Perry of Mulberry, and David Willhite of Alma; and five grandchildren, Taylor, Kindall, Raelynn, Milly, and Piper.
Cremation is under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR. No services are scheduled at this time.