Thomas Marion Atchley of Cedar Creek, Arkansas departed this life on July 11, 2025, in Mena, Arkansas. Tom was born on February 12, 1959, in Phoenix, Arizona to Harley Douglas Atchley and Marion June Lamborn Atchley.
Tom grew up in the Keener Community with his grandparents, ML and Thelma Atchley. He attended school at Waldron where he enjoyed playing football and basketball.
Tom began his career of 30 years as a heavy equipment operator. He retired from the Scott County Road Department in 2007.
Tom leaves behind his companion, Opal Mae Dobbs, who he loved very dearly, his son, Larry Atchley and two grandchildren Allie and Braden Atchley. His brother, Perry ( Karla) Atchley, friends at the Green House Cottages in Mena and extended family.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Harley Atchley and his mother Marion. His grandparents, ML and Thelma Atchley.
Tom’s life celebration will be at 10:00 am, Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. A visitation will be held at 9:00 am before the service.
Pallbearers will be Mark Ward, Dillon Ward, Willie Ward, Ty Clark, Paul Atchley, and Brad Keener.
