Danny (Dan) Harold Dorman, age 70, passed from this life Thursday, December 9, 2021, at his home in Prairie Grove, Ark. He was born December 20, 1950, in Monahans, Texas, a son of the late Oscar Levi Dorman and Doris Lee (McLearen) Dorman.
With a passion for farming, Danny earned his bachelors degree in Animal Science from the University of Arkansas and eventually farmed full time for over 25 years. Even after pursuing other career paths, such as banking and real estate, he always loved returning to the hay field and cattle.
Marked by a lifetime of trusting God in all things, Dan walked through life’s trials and joys with a confidence in our heavenly Father’s goodness and faithfulness. Danny never met a stranger. He loved everyone he met with a generous spirit. Convinced of God’s plan, he effortlessly shared the Good News with all. His greatest joy was his family, in whom he was extremely proud and through whom he has left his most lasting legacy.
Dan was a faithful member of Christian Life Cathedral, where he served on the Executive Board.
Dan is survived by his wife, Debbie Dorman; his daughters, Cheri Kimbel and husband Rob of Summers, Ark., Melanie Bedogne and husband Jason of Springdale, Ark., Abby Stewart and husband Preston of Fayetteville, Ark., Sally Haukas and husband Andreas of Forest Park, Ill.; a sister, Patti Galley and husband Robert of Waxahachie, Texas; his grandchildren, Matt Kimbel and wife Haley, Caleb Kimbel and wife Marley, Braden Kimbel, Brock Kimbel, Sherilan Bedogne, Makenna Bedogne, Emmelia Bedogne, Daniela Bedogne, Eli Stewart, Aaron Stewart, Nathan Stewart, Espen Haukas, Piper Haukas; and his great-grandchildren, Brooks, Bo, Caden, and Laikyn.
Visitation is from 4-6 p.m. Monday, December 13, at Nelson Berna Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, at Christian Life Cathedral, with Pastor Steve Dixon officiating. Burial will follow at Farmington Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Life Source International, 600 South School Avenue, Fayetteville, Ark., 72701.
The family would love to hear what Dan meant to you and any memories you have. You can share these online at www.bernafuneralhomes.com for the family to have as a memoir.
Published December 12, 2021
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Nelson-Berna Funeral Home and Crematory
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