of Benton, AR
July 29, 1936 - February 26, 2024
Alton Orvel Pack, 87, of Benton, Arkansas passed away on February 26, 2024. Alton was born July 29, 1936 in Orange Grove, Texas to Gussie A. Pack and Johanna Brandt Pack. He is preceded in death by his parents; Brothers, Gus, Milton, and Sisters, Ruby, Violet and Mary.
Alton Graduated from Robstown High School in Robstown Texas in 1955. He moved to Arkansas in 1958 and began working at Arkansas Power and Light (Entergy), eventually training as a Underground Cable Splicer and worked a total of 41 years. He was known as ''Tex'' by his crew. He loved his job and always said he would rather work than be retired.
On arriving to Arkansas, Alton attended Oak Forest Assembly of God, Central Assembly of God, Geyer Springs Assembly of God, then North Little Rock First Assembly of God for the last several decades. Alton played the trombone in the church orchestra at regular church music services and holiday events until his early 80's and loved this service to the Lord. Alton also played for the Hot Springs Orchestra for several years playing at many venues and events which he enjoyed participating in.
Alton was a wonderful Father and Grandfather. He was always available to his family. He loved camping, gardening, cooking out, swimming in the lakes and going to the beach. He was a easy companion to be around.
Alton is survived by his Son, Alton Jerome Pack; Daughter, Jacqueline ''Cara'' Holland (Mark); 3 grandchildren, Nathan Holland (Angela), Devin Holland (Elizabeth) and Ashley Holland (Wyatt); 7 Great- grandchildren, Abby Holland, Baylee Holland, Madi Holland, Liam Holland, Ava Harvill, Alaina Harvill and Riggs Harvill.
Brothers, John, Willie; Sisters, Norma, Laura, Betty Jo, Darlene and Katherine.
Visitation will be held at 1:00PM, March 2, 2024 at Roller Alcoa Funeral Home, with the Funeral Service to be held at 2:00PM. Burial will follow at Lee Cemetery.
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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home
6700 Alcoa Road
Benton, AR 72019
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com