Eldon Myrle Gannaway, son of Floyd Raymond Gannaway and Bessie Lee (Swindler) Gannaway, was born at home in Dunnegan, Missouri on August 1, 1931, and peacefully passed away on August 2, 2026, at the age of 95, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. Those who knew Eldon will remember his kind heart, ornery sense of humor, and beautiful blue eyes.
Eldon was raised in the Bear Creek bottom between Humansville and Stockton along with eight brothers and sisters.
Eldon is preceded in death by his loving wife, Nada Gannaway; his parents, Floyd and Bessie Gannaway; his brothers Raymond “Bill” Gannaway, James Gannaway, and Roy “Doc” Gannaway; his sisters Stella “Marie” Taylor, Violet Carey, Fern Dragoo, Zeffie Gallop, and a host of wonderful friends and family.
He is survived by his daughter Debra and husband, Dean Henry; his grandchildren, Kaleb Henry and Morgan and husband Austin McKee; his great-grandchildren Ryder and Copper McKee; his loving sister Cleo Tuck, brother-in-laws Paul Taylor (Susan) and James Taylor, several nieces and nephews, and many wonderful family and friends.
Memorial contributions can be made to; Three Wishes for Ruby’s Residents at 102 W. Stephenson Ave, Harrison, AR 72601 or Baxter Health Foundation 624 Hospital Dr. Mountain Home, AR 72653.
Service were held on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, Missouri. Interment was at Alder Cemetery, Stockton, Missouri.
