Darrow Doyle Faubus, September 21, 1925~May 17, 2018

May 21, 2018

Darrow Doyle Faubus, age 92, passed away May 17, 2018 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born September 21, 1925 in Combs, Arkansas to John and Addie Joslen Faubus.

Doyle grew up on a farm near Combs where he developed a life-long love and appreciation for nature. He was a Navy veteran and worked as an assistant auditor in West Memphis, as the Assistant Director of Livestock and Poultry Commission in Little Rock, and as a farmer.  He was elected Circuit Clerk of Madison County and served on the Madison County Board of Economic Opportunity Agency and was a member of the Silver Hair Legislature in Little Rock, AR.

After a series of surgeries and a heart attack, Doyle turned his attention to music.  He had always written poems for himself and now he added music.  He wrote several songs and recorded five albums.  He enjoyed playing music at local venues and events.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father; his four sisters, Cressy, Connie, June, and Bonnie; and his two brothers, Orval and Elvin.

Doyle is survived by his wife of 72 years, Betty; his daughter, Debra; his granddaughter, Megie Doyal; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 P.M. Friday, May 25, 2018 at Beards’ Chapel.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. Combs Cemetery in Combs, Arkansas under the direction of Beard’s Chapel.

10 Condolences

  1. Jackie and Johnny Williams

    We are so sorry to hear about Doyle. Have so many great memories. Our love and prayers for the family

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  2. Josephine Hancock

    So sorry to hear about Doyle. My thoughts are with you Betty and the rest of the family. We always enjoyed visiting with him when we lived in Combs

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  3. Audra Chapmon

    I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear Doyle. I hope that you will find comfort in the words of Jesus at John 5:28,29 where he promised that the day is coming when he is going to resurrect back to life those in the grave. Until then, it is just like they are sleeping. (John 11:11-13) May your family draw strength from Jehovah, the God of all Comfort.

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  4. Glenda Harris Houston

    So Sorry !
    He was a good man !

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  5. Henrietta (Mullen) Hankins

    Dear Betty and Debbie: I want to express my sincere condolences on behalf of me and my mom, Myrtle, (Brownie) Mullen. Doyle was such a gentleman and set an example of dignity and intelligence in whatever gathering he was in. He will be missed by many. Betty, you have always been sweet and kind to me and a great friend to my mom. she still laughs about the time you and her chaperoned my trip to Beta Club Convention in Little Rock.

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  6. Henrietta (Mullen) Hankins

    Both my mom, Myrtle (Brownie) Mullen and I are very sorry to hear about the passing of Doyle. He was such a dignified and gentle man & set such a
    good example by his actions in whatever situation he was in. Betty, both you and Doyle have always been a friend to both Mom and me. Mom still laughs when she remembers you and her acting as chaperones to our Beta Club trip to Little Rock. Debbie, I know all of you will miss Doyle very much, but I truly hope you can find comfort in the wonderful memories & the high regard everyone had for him.

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  7. Carol Shepherd

    Betty, Debra, Megie and family,
    I am so sorry for your loss he was such a good man and I always loved being at your house growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  8. Chet and Marsha Glenn Trason and Lilly Glenn

    Betty Debra Meggie
    So Sorry to hear Of Doyle ‘s
    Passing.
    BUT,,,Will have ALL the Wonderful Memories and Fun Times of Visiting Playing Music,Pot Lucks and Family Fun!
    Our Prayers and Thoughts are Always with You with Much Love ❤️
    Chester Marsha Glenn
    Trason and Lilly Glenn

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  9. Milton Jones

    I remember Doyle fondly from the “music gatherings” many years ago. I would vocalize while Doyle and other accompanied with the guitar. I know he will be missed by many.

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