of Jonesboro, AR
December 8, 1935 - March 27, 2014
William Ernest Hope, 78, of Jonesboro, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2014 at the NEA Baptist Hospital. Born December 8, 1935 in Long Beach, CA, William was the son of the late Ernest and Rachel Leedy Hope. He was a retired Major from the U.S. Army and a retired Captain at Fed EX. He loved bowling and participated in the Senior Professional Bowling Association Tour.
William was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Barbara Ann Hope.
Survivors include a son, Randy Hope of Jonesboro; a daughter, Larye (Danny) Flynn of Jonesboro; four grandchildren, Kenny Hope, Josh Morgan, Tiffany Cunningham and Heather (Billy) Cox; and a great grandchild, Gunner Cox.
A memorial service will be 1 pm Monday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro with Pastor Faith Morgan officiating.
The family requests that donations please be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016 or please send houseplants only.
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14 Condolence(s)
Dee Lowery
Monday, March 31, 2014
Wish I could be there with you today , but know that I am there in my heart. I will be praying for you and your family today . Love you
Christa Free
Monday, March 31, 2014
RIP Mr. Bill. My prayers go out to the family. I pray you find comfort in knowing that he is looking down upon you all from heaven.
Sheri Flynn
Friday, March 28, 2014
SENDING MY LOVE TO EVERYONE WISH I COULD BE THERE AS ELL OF YOU ALL BUT JUST KNOW THAT I'M THAT I'M THERE IN HEART MIND SOUL AND SPIRT AS WELL AND I WISH ALL OF YOU THE BEST, SURE ARE GOING TO MISS YOU
PAPA HOPE AND WHEN YOU SEE GRANDMA HOPE PLEASE GIVE HER BIG BIG KISS AND HUG FROM ALL OF US AS WELL!!! LOVE ALWAYS SHERI FLYNN
Deena Gordon
Friday, March 28, 2014
Jason and I are so sorry for all of our loss.He was such a special man. Not many like him.
Sure he and Steve will have long bowling talks in heaven. He will be missed. Hold tight to the memories.
Sean & Lori Nowack
Friday, March 28, 2014
Bill never said much to me. He didn't need to. His presence spoke volumes. One of the strongest men I've ever known. Put your wings on once more and fly...
Rodney J Davis
Friday, March 28, 2014
Rest in Peace Bill. Thank you for patience when coaching me, I carried it on. Thank you for being one of the best bowling team mates and competition I ever felt. Your presence and influence will be long remember by those who bowled with you, and others who had the pleasure of knowing you. My prayers are with Randy, my best friend and the rest of the family. May they find comfort and extraordinary strength to carry on. God Bless you all.
Danny & Sheila Woods
Friday, March 28, 2014
You will be greatly missed. We know you are happy soaring high again.
Sandra Gates
Friday, March 28, 2014
Now... who am I going to be a bad influence on ? Every time I would bring you candy you always told me I was a bad influence on you. I would just laugh. ( A little sugar never hurt anyone ) May you rest in peace . Great memories, love and faith will strengthen your family..
Heather
Friday, March 28, 2014
please give Grama a BIG hug for me and tell her a good joke..I miss her laugh!!
I miss you already and love you both to my core. you and grama showed me what love is about and that there is far more to folks than what is obvious.
the 2 of you will never be forgotten
i feel like I must shout like any other time i'd leave your house BYE! I LOVE YOU!!
Mr&mrs Edwards
Friday, March 28, 2014
Even though we are not acquainted please accept my condolences. When we loss someone we love the encouraging thoughts of others can bring comfort. 1 Corinthians 1:3,4. Please except our sympathies.
Paula Stevenson
Thursday, March 27, 2014
You will be dearly missed. RIP Mr.Bill.
George Gates
Thursday, March 27, 2014
It has been an honor and a privilege to have bowled with Bill these past few years. I am a better man from knowing him and I miss him greatly.
Meryl
Thursday, March 27, 2014
The pain, the grief, and the feelings of helplessness can seem unbearable. At such times, we need to go to God’s Word for comfort. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) The Bible helps us to understand how God feel about death. You see, God promises that the dead will live again. (Isaiah 26:19) I'm very sorry for your lose. May God's words seek to comfort you and your family. Sincerely, Meryl
Karen Arnold
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Randy and family so sorry for your loss. Will be praying for comfort during this time of sorrow.