Virgil Napier, age 80, passed away Saturday November 4th in his home. He was born September 16, 1943 in Waldron, son of John and Nora Napier. Virgil was graduate of Waldron High School and the Police Academy and work for several years in law enforcement and was a veteran of U S. Army. Virgil was preceded in death by his parents, an infant child, wife Lois, V.J. Napier, Richard Napier, Lisa Meusel, Chad Escalante, and brother in law, Fred Ladda.
Virgil is survived by his wife Pat, his children, Janice Lowman, Judi Napier, John Napier and Susan (Nicholas) Brakefield. Papa will be remembered by his grandchildren, Sydni (David) Pena, Jessica Napier, Miranda (Ray) Barone, Suezanne (William) Redmon, Shane Davis, Tyler Briley, Chelsea Escalante, Chase Cardenas and 17 great grandchildren. Other survivors include, two sisters Virginia Ladda and Vivian Napier and daughter in law, Mary Beth Escalante. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Virgil’s graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 8th at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 7th at Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangement under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.
