Jackie Dean Maxwell

Jackie Dean Maxwell, 66, of Sherwood, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020.  He was born in Morrilton, Arkansas on July 31, 1954 to the late Huey and Lola Woodward Maxwell.

Jackie is survived by his wife of 10 years Carole, daughters Kelley Carter (Bob) and Kim Lydick (Chuck); brothers Dwain Maxwell (Margaret) and Lawrence Maxwell (Honor); grandchildren Sarah Testa, Chris Carter and Connor Lydick; and several nieces and nephews.

Jackie worked 25+ years at Baptist Health-NLR, which is where he met his wife, Carole. After retiring, he joined her as a volunteer at the hospital. He was a very talented man...artist, photographer, videographer, poet and quite the storyteller! This was evident in his beautiful artwork, photographs, videos and poetry. He was also a self-taught musician, playing the fiddle, mandolin and guitar. Jackie was happiest when out in nature. Whether on the river in his kayak, sitting in his fishing chair, spending the night on a river sandbar or gazing at the stars.

The family would like to thank everyone for their outpouring of love during this difficult time. Jackie was a very special man who will be greatly missed.

A Private Family Memorial Tribute will be held Friday, October 2, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel at Smith-Sherwood Funeral Home with military honors that will be live-streamed for public viewing through the Smith-Sherwood Funeral Home Facebook Page. A Celebration of Jackie's Life for the public will be announced at a later date by family. Please visit www.smithfamilycares.com for online guest register.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to ARORA (Arkansas Regional Organ Recovery Agency), 1701 Aldersgate Road #4, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.  To plant a tree in memory of Jackie Dean Maxwell, please visit our floral store.