Wayne Shoptaw Obituary

The memory of Wayne Shoptaw of Prattsville, Arkansas, born in Bauxite, Arkansas, who passed away on May 6, 2024 at the age of 81, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carthel Shoptaw and Lavoie Shoptaw of Prattsville; his son Scott Shoptaw; his brother Thurman Shoptaw; his nephew Barrett Shoptaw; his brother-in-law David Witherow; and his stepgranddaughter Alexandria Austin.

He is survived by: his daughters, Renee Donaldson (Joey) and Joi Davis (James); his stepdaughters, Shannah Austin (Gary) of Bryant and Leah Middleton (Allen) of Little Rock; his daughter-in-law Diana Shoptaw; his grandchildren, Amanda McNair (Jeremy) and Brian Mullen; his great grandchildren, Jackson and Anniston McNair; his stepgrandchildren, Ashley Hamric, Rachel Sinyard, Autumn Austin, Michael Austin, Alycson Austin and Jon Paul Austin; and his siblings, Joyce Bird (Robert Lee), Joan Witherow and Gary Shoptaw (Charlotte). He is also survived by 9 step great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to the Poe Cemetery Association in memory of Wayne., C/O Janet O'Neal, 6677 Grant 8, Sheridan, AR 72150.