Vernon LeeRoy Wright, better known as V.L., passed from this life Saturday, November 25, 2017 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas, surrounded by his loving family. V.L. was born July 13, 1938 in Waldron, Arkansas to Argus R. Wright and Jewell G. (Bottoms) Wright. V.L. was 79 years old.

V.L. was born and raised in Waldron, Arkansas. As a young man, he married the love of his life, Robbie Goddard on January 14, 1961. Together they worked hard and raised four amazing children. Then they became treasured grandparents. V.L. worked at Waldron Furniture Factory and drove a school bus for Waldron Public Schools for 36 years. Over the years, he transported many young ones as first time students and he watched them grow into successful young men and women. He impacted many young lives as a positive influence. V.L. was also a farmer. He enjoyed his cows and working his livestock. He was happy when he was on his farm. As busy as he was, V.L. looked forward to time spent with his family. He enjoyed making memories to last a lifetime.

V.L. leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 55 years, Robbie Nell Wright of the home, two daughters: Debbie Knight and husband John, Darla Sims and husband Jerry all of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, two sons: Richard Wright and wife Jami and Terry Wright all of Waldron, Arkansas. Papa V.L. will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Blake Wright and wife Nikki, Erik Hutchens, Abbi Wright and one great grandson, Mitchell Wright. V.L. will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones that meant so much to him.

V.L. was preceded in death by his parents, Argus and Jewell Wright, sisters: Betty and Olgia and brothers: Jackie and Virgil Lee.

V.L.’s memorial life celebration will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Rickey Hunt officiating. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.

You may leave words of remembrance for V.L.’s family by visiting: www.heritagememorialfh.com.

William David Hunt, better known as Bill, of Dutch Creek, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, November 14, 2017 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Bill was born July 2, 1960 in Danville, Arkansas to Audie and Effie Black Hunt. Bill was 57 years old.

As a young man Bill met and married the love of his life, Vonda Reed Hunt. Together they spent 36 years of raising five children and then they enjoyed being grandparents. Above all else, Bill loved his time spent with his family and friends. Bill was known for his hard work, but when he had some down time he looked forward to going hunting. He has taught many youngsters the love of the outdoors. Friends and neighbors alike could always depend on Bill for anything needed.

Bill leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving and devoted wife, Vonda of the home, five children: Jodie Slater and husband Lynn of Dutch Creek, Arkansas, Ashley Manning of Waldron, Arkansas, Tesia Owens and husband Clayton, Audie Hunt and Haleigh Wilson and Evan Hunt and Emily Hale all of Dutch Creek, Arkansas. Papa will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Darin, Korbin, Karlee, Kason, Natallie, Austin, Effie, Hunter, Heaven and Faith as well as two new babies due in a few months. Bill is also survived by his siblings: Jerry Hunt and wife Billie, Deborah Horn and husband Lewis, Tammy Sanders and Beth George and husband Jim. Bill will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted, including a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, cousins, friends, neighbors and loved ones dear to his heart.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Audie and Effie Hunt.

Bill’s graveside life celebration will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 17, 2017 at the Hunt Cemetery in Dutch Creek, Arkansas with Rev. Larry Pat Millard officiating. Interment will follow. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Bill’s pallbearers will be Evan Hunt, Audie Hunt, Lynn Slater, Clayton Owens, Jerry Hunt and Yancey Brown.

Bill’s visitation will be Thursday, November 16, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

You may leave words of remembrance for Bill’s family by visiting: www.heritagememorialfh.com.