of Calico Rock, AR
May 24, 1927 - March 12, 2017
James Madison Clinkingbeard, age 89, of Calico Rock, Arkansas passed to his eternal rest Sunday, March 12, 2017 in Calico Rock. He was born May 24, 1927 in Custer, Arkansas to Adlie Brundage and Cora (Willis) Clinkingbeard. On April 3, 1948, Jim married Wilma Lee Hart (Billie) at the Baptist parsonage on College Street in Mountain Home, beginning a lifetime together of faithful service to church and community.
For 66 years these life-partners owned and operated main street retail merchandising in Calico Rock, establishing a shoe store, a clothing store, and an icecream parlor, which also incorporated a restaurant. Many will remember these establishments with the original store being called ''Family Shoes'' and, with the addition of clothing, ''Family Shoes and Dry Goods''. Jim contributed handsomely to the welfare of Calico Rock, as a volunteer fireman for 25 years, through serving terms on the school board and the city council and as a dedicated Christian. He accepted Christ as his Savior at age 9, during a revival in Viola, Arkansas and for the rest of his life he served the One he regarded as Lord. He was the church treasurer for more than 25 years, served on the building committee when the church building was built in 1957, and was a deacon for more than 60 years. Jim was also an active Mason, a member of Acacia Lodge #625 for 66 years (1957-present). He was a certified lecturer for several years and served as a District Deputy Grand Master in 1957. Jim was an Army veteran of World War II, serving in the Pacific during 1944 and 1945.
Jim is survived by his wife, Billie of the home, two sons: Paul (Trish) Clinkingbeard of Mountain Home and Bruce (Pam) Clinkingbeard of Calico Rock, by five grandchildren: Jody (Amy), James, Casey, Amanda (Aaron) and Amber, by five great-grandchildren: Colton, Addison, Alex, Audric and Trey. He is also survived by his brother, Wayne (Janice) Clinkingbeard of Cotter and by several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews and by a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Charlie (a veteran of the Korean conflict who died while on active duty at Fort Hood, Texas), and three sisters: Margaret, Mary and Vera Sue.
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15 Condolence(s)
Darla Peterson
Monday, May 1, 2017
I am daughter of Mamie Ruth (Clinkenbeard) Johnson. Benjamin Franklin Clinkenbeard (my grand father).and Jims father were brothers. I spoke to jim on the phone a few times. Jim had lots of good stories to tell me. He was so sweet and comfortable to speak with, as if we were very close family.
Jorge Brizuela
Thursday, March 16, 2017
I met Jim through his brother Wayne, our GP.
Despite the short stay at Calico Rock, it was very enjoyable and pleasant to share with Jim and Billie, his wife.
God has it in His holy glory and we know that to all who love God all things help us to do good.
Brizuela Family
Dawn Branscum
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Billie,
I don't know if you remember me or not, but I'm Peggy Grasse Russell's best friend, and Herbert Gosser's niece. I'm so sorry about Jim. I enjoyed visiting with you and Jim every time I came in the store. My prayers are with you and the rest of the family. May God bless you all.
WILLIAM BUSS
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
PAUL &TRISH AND FAMILY
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
BILL &PAT BUSS
Freda May
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
So Sorry For Your Loss Jim And Billie meant The world To Me Very Good Person Love them Both Prayers For Family And Friends ðŸ™
William(Bill) Casebolt
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
To Paul and Wayne and family,
We offer our condolences to you and your families at this time of your loss. We know the hurt of losing a loved one but we also know the peace that God can provide during this time.
William Casebolt and family
John & Brenda Weller
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My parents, Floyd and Beulah Miller were longtime friends of yours and enjoyed eating at your cafe. John and I enjoyed it too
Barbara Stacy
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Aunt Billie, Paul, Bruce and families. I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jim was a wonderful man, that made a difference in every ones life that he touched. May God bless each one of you and guide you through this time with loving memories.
Barbara and family
Debbie
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Billie, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I have fond memories of coming to your store with mom and grandma and visiting with you and Jim when I was a young girl. You both were so nice to me. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Billingsley Yancey
Janie Purdom
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Paul & Trish - So sorry to hear about Jim. I have fond memories of visiting Jim & Billie at the store. They always made you feel so welcome & they are wonderful examples of how we should all live our lives. Thoughts & prayers to all the family during this time.
Tammi Colbert
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Jim Clinkingbeard, he was such a great man and a wonderful boss/father/grandfather figure to me. I so enjoyed just being with him and Billie, he always had a good joke!
Love you Jim and Billie!
Belle Simpson
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Love and prayers to my dear friend Billie and all the family.. during this time.
Joe W. Smith
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Jim was the only person I knew who remembered all the details of the Henderson, Custer, and Herron areas of the Norfork River before the lake was built. We spent quite a bit of time on the phone as I learned more of my family history. He never complained of his ailments, only wanted to talk history. We are so sorry, and we'll miss him from now on. Joe and Linda Smith
Jim and Kim Moser
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
God bless your family, our prayers are with you. Jim and Billie were neighbors and friends, as were Bruce and Paul. Our heart goes out to you.
Fred & Kathy Blickle
Monday, March 13, 2017
We were so sorry to read of Jim's passing. Jim and Mrs. Billie were some of the first people we met when we started coming to Calico Rock in the late 90's. We shared many cups of coffee with them and learned so very much about Calico Rock from them. Jim will be very much missed by us. Much love and many thoughts and prayers for Jim's family and friends. John 3:16-"For God so loved the world that He sent His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."