James McAlister

James Douglas McAlister age 72 of Dover died Saturday, December 12, 2016 at his home. He was born February 13, 1944 at Russellville to the late Donald Elmo and Aileene Henderson McAlister. He was in the Army Reserves for 8 years, a 32nd Degree Mason, a master Electrician and a member of IBEW for 52 years. He loved all animals, especially his horses and cows. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant daughter, Jamie McAlister.

Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Helen Wheeler McAlister of Dover; children, James Robert McAlister (Carla) of Dover, Melissa Talkington (David) of Dover; one brother, Larry McAlister (Cindy) of Dover; two sisters, Debbie Witt of Dardanelle, Paula Spitler (Tommy) of Dover; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

A family conducted graveside memorial services will be held at 10:00A.M., Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Pollard Cemetery. Visitation will be held 6:00P.M. to 8:00P.M., Friday, December 16, 2016 at Cornwell Funeral Home Chapel in Dardanelle.

Arrangements are by Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle. Online guest book and condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com