of Paris, AR
July 9, 1947 - June 10, 2013
William ''Bill'' Pugh, 65, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Monday, June 10, 2013 in Fort Smith Arkansas. He was born on July 9, 1947 in Rover, Arkansas to his parents W.T. and Ruby Nell (Whitten) Pugh. He was the retired Natural Resources Conservationist for Logan County, served on the North Logan County Fair Board, a member of First Baptist Church in Paris and a United States Navy Veteran.
Bill is preceded in death by his father, W.T. Pugh.
Bill is survived by his wife of 45 years Betty Pugh of Paris; mother, Ruby Nell Pugh of Danville; daughter, Beth Keisling of Greenwood; sons, Robert Pugh of Ratcliff and Alan Pugh of Fayetteville; sister, Barbara Jane Faught of Fort Smith and three grandchildren, Ben and Claire Keisling of Greenwood and Sarah Pugh of Fayetteville.
Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at First Baptist Church in Paris officiated by Rev. Clyde Vire and Rev. Harlin Brewton. The family will receive friends after the service in the church foyer. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday at Hunt's Chapel Cemetery in Rover officiated by Rev. Keith Shipley under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Eric Wells, Larry Stanberry, Jim Peck, Bentley Allen, Marlin Davis and David Garret.
Honorary pallbearers will be Kurtis Simmons, Dan Gray, Ray Thompson, Isaac Churchman, Gene Davis and Chester Kaprovic.
Memorial contributions may be to the First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 567, Paris, AR 72855 or to Rover Baptist Church, P.O. Box 166, Rover, AR 72860.
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22 Condolence(s)
Alica Taylor
Monday, June 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes to the Pugh family. You will all be in my prayers.
james vanlandingham
Thursday, June 13, 2013
You are in our prayers
James and Cheryl VanLandingham
Linda Trusty
Breanna Faught
Thursday, June 13, 2013
We are so sorry and in total surprise.please know you are in our thoughts and prayers!
Love you all!
Breanna, Keith, and Andrew
MIKE, KELLY, AND BLAKE BECKER
Thursday, June 13, 2013
I was so shocked to hear the news I could not believe it. We will miss him handing out bulletins and greeting us with a smile and laugh every sunday morning at church. So sorry for your loss, he will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You
Terry W. Carpenter
Thursday, June 13, 2013
My heart goes out to all of you. I only know Alan, but he is a very kind and thoughtful person. As with my own parents, I know "the acorn doesn't fall far from the tree." So, Alan's qualities came from the person's that raised him. I known I have many of my parents qualities and values as does Alan. Death at some time touches us all. I have often been comforted by the scripture at Revelation 21:4 - "And he (God) will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." I look forward to a time when non of us will suffer the pains (heartache) that death brings.
Again, my heart goes out to you in your time of grief. And you as well as my friend, your son Alan, will be in my thoughts and prayers. "The power beyond what is normal may be God's and not that of ourselves" - 2Cor. 4:7.
Anita Forst
Thursday, June 13, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in are prayers.
Anita & Bobby Forst
robert bullock and family
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
so many memories with our kids growing up together from boys club to high school. your family are in our prayers.
Jan Tyler Loney
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
I knew Billy as Barbara Jane's little brother. He was in my little sister's (Jeanne) class. Jeanne and I are in Gulf Shore, AL at the present. We both wish we could be there for the family. Please know that we are very saddened by the news. We send our love and deepest sympathy to Barb, Bill, sweet mother, Ruby Nell, Betty, children and grandchildren. We contine to keep you in our prayers.
Don Briley
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
The summer I spent in Rover with Billy, and Uncle Dub and Aunt Ruby were some on fondest memories as a boy.
Working alongside Billy taught me what it was like to be a farm kid. We worked hard but always had a good time. I feel very fortunate to have known him. My heart goes out the family
Barbara Jean (Briley) Trapp
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Bill was a hard-working kid who grew into a fine, responsible family man and leader in his community, even though I still think of my cousin Bill as Barbara Jane's "little brother." I have felt so blessed to have been a part of this family, and my heart goes out to Ruby, Betty and the kids, and Barbara and her family. I know the pain his loss will bring. May the Lord comfort you all and give you strength.
Sharon Underwood
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Bill will be greatly missed by all who knew him. I alwasy enjoyed the times he stopped by the office and just chatted for a while. May God comfort each of you during your grieving of your loved one. He was a great man.
Randy King
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Prayers for the family.
Phil and Rebekah Penny
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories and the love you shared. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort; who comforts us in all our affliction so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Phil and Rebekah Penny
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories and the love you shared. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort; who comforts us in all our affliction so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Michael & Joyce Bowman
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
We were very sorry to learn of Bill's passing. You will be in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.
GARNER
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
FROM THE FIRST TIME WE MET WE WERE FRIENDS.HE GOT ME IN TROUBLE ABOUT THE RED CAR AND TENNIS SHOES.BETTY PUT UP WITH WAY TOO MUCH. IF YOU NEEDED HIM ALL YOU HAD TO DO WAS SAY 'BILL' I WILL MISS HIM ALOT. GARNER
Neal And Tammy Wade
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Betty and Family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are, I will miss Bill, he was the best neighbor, My mom couldve ever had, We will hold your Family up in prayer for the days to come, I know He, My Mom, and Dad are doing alot of catching up Today, I will miss Bills laugh and great spirit, was always a pick me up!!! But He's laughing and carrying on in Heaven This I know!!!! If you need us please call us!!!!
Neal and Tammy Wade
Leon & Robin Schluterman
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
The Pugh Family, our hearts go out to you and your family during this very difficult time. Bill was always such a nice guy who always made us laugh. We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are our thoughts & Prayers.
Roger Smith
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
BIll was widely known and widely loved; condolences to Betty and family.
Glenda Ezell
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
We are so sorry at your loss! We will be praying for your family through this difficult time.
Ken and Glenda
Russell/Arlene Thomas
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Betty and Family..My heart goes out to you as you go through this very difficult time. You have many friends praying for the strength you need to go on without Bill. God gave us a special thing when he gave us "memories"!! You have many friends...please call on them and lean on them during this time!! Sending you Love and Hugs!!
Ronnie & Millissia Jones
Monday, June 10, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. He was quite the character. We know he was loved by so many and will be missed by you all. Our prayers are with each of you. We are out of to win and will miss his service. We hope you all are doing good.