of Little Rock, AR
December 6, 1935 - June 20, 2016
Elton A. ''Bubba'' Rieves, III, 80, of Mountain View, Arkansas died Monday, June 20, 2016 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Elton was born in Memphis, Tennessee on December 6, 1935 and grew up in Marion, Arkansas. He attended Castle Heights Military Academy and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A., 1957) where he ran track. He graduated from the University of Arkansas Law School in 1960. He was a member of the Delta Theta Phi fraternity.
He was admitted to the Arkansas bar in 1960; and in 1978 to the U.S. Supreme Court. He authored, ''Torts and The Family-Areas of Liability''. Elton was honored as ''Outstanding Defense Attorney in Arkansas'' for 2000-2001 and was listed in Best Lawyers in America.
He was a member of Crittenden County, Arkansas and American Bar Associations; American Judicature Society; Federation of Insurance and Corporate Counsel; Association of Insurance Attorneys; Arkansas Association of Defense Counsel (President 1988-1989); and Fellow, American Collage of Trial Lawyers.
Elton was an Eagle Scout, SAE and an avid outdoorsman who specifically loved to hunt and fish. He also loved boats and the water, having lived on Horseshoe Lake, and for the last several years the White River. He also loved the Arkansas Razorbacks, holding season football tickets up until the last couple of years, but he was sure to never miss a game on television.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elton A. Rieves, Jr. and Grace Akridge Rieves; and also by a son, Elton Rieves, IV.
Elton is survived by his wife of 21 years, Debbie Rieves; a son, Richard Rieves and stepson, Craig Alsbrook; along with nine grandchildren: Baylee Alsbrook, Buckley, Lexie ''Chigger'' and Olivia Harrison, Whitney Hale, Grace Humber, Ashley Powell, Amy Katherine Power and Loyd Rieves; as well as six great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at Crittenden Memorial Park (2206 US Hwy 64, Marion, AR 72364) on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 9:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his honor are encouraged to be made to:
Kia Kima Scout Reservation c/o the Chickasaw Council (In Memory of Elton Rieves) at 171 South Hollywood, Memphis, TN 38112 or to Downtown Church (Mercy Fund) at PO Box 3923, Memphis, TN 38173.
An online guestbook is available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westmemphis.
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15 Condolence(s)
Susan Harlan
Saturday, July 9, 2016
Debbie - I was so sorry to learn of Elton's death. Virginia sent the obituary from the paper to me. I don't have an address for you, so this is the best I can do. Woody and I had so many good times with the two of you, and of course, when Woody became ill, we couldn't do much any more. I wish you well, and will keep you in my prayers as you walk this path. My very best regards and good wishes to you.
Susan
Sarah Shelton O'Neal
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Debbie and Richard-
I am sorry to hear of the loss of "Big Elton", as we always called him at our house. I will remember him as my neighbor on Roosevelt, one of my dads law partners (the reason my parents moved to West Memphis), I will remember good times at Uncle Toms Cabin and the fact the he was at the hospital when I was born (so the story goes). Please know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken and Nancy Black
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
So sorry to hear about Elton. We were fortunate to have known him 40+ years and although physically he is no longer among us, surely the legacy of his humorous personality and many kindnesses will endure forever. He will be missed and remembered forever.
Ken and Nancy Black
Linda Williams
Friday, June 24, 2016
My dear friend Debbie. This is your ole high school buddy. Girl I was shocked today when I found out about Bubba as I knew him. I thought the world of that. By the way, so did my dad ( Ches Williams). I will be keeping you in my prayers. Debbie if I can do anything please call me (901-647-2338)
I love you ole gal!!!
Linda G. Williams
Marion, AR
BRIAN HOLMES
Thursday, June 23, 2016
So sorry to hear about Elton. We will miss him on the street. Brian, Jeremy and Savanna.
Abby Buchanan
Thursday, June 23, 2016
Debbie,
I will keep you in my prayers. I will miss him so much. I loved for him to call and give me his words of wisdom for the day. Hunter loved working with him. He will not be forgotten.
Love
Lisa & Stan Rogers
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
DEBBIE,
So sorry to hear about your loss.We will keep you and the family forever in our prayers.
Stan & Lisa
Lynn Austin
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Debbie and Family,
Sending you an abundance of love and prayers. I'll miss Bubba's kindness and fun-loving ways.
Frank & Kay Martin
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
So sorry to hear about Elton, Debbie, you and the family are in our prayers
Donna Palmer
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bubba and I had many good talks through out the years we worked together at the courthouse. Take care and God bless you
First National Bank of Izard County
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Debbie and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Eltons passing. We loved for him to come in the bank and visit. We were laughing even after he left. His stories were ones to remember. We will talk of Elton for Years to come along with the temporary checks story. We will never forget. May God comfort you and your family. With greatest sympathy...... The Girls
Diane and Winky mcAdoo
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
One of a kind!! Going to miss him
Tom and Margaret lawhorn
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family.
Edge Family
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Dear Debbie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Elton's passing,What a wonderful
Man he was, He will be greatly missed,We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Bobby & Dottie Mayton
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
To the Rieves family,
We were so sorry to hear of Elton's passing. I remember his smiling and making everyone feel important. May God's richest blessings rest upon you and give you comfort.
In Christian love,
Bobby and Dottie Mayton