of Batesville, AR

October 30, 1939 - September 19, 2024

Paul Russell Amos, 84, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 19, 2024 at Wood Lawn Heights Nursing Home. Russ was born on October 30, 1939 in Seymour, IN to the late Carl and Thelma Amos.

Russ had a love for aviation from his father, at age 12 he partnered with his brother to buy his first airplane. After high school Russ served in the Air Force for 5 years. It was during this time that he met the love of his life, Mary. He and Mary went on to be married and have been married for 62 Years.

Russ and Mary moved to Oil Trough, AR so that Russ could begin the career of his dreams as a crop duster, working for H.T. Hankins Flying Service. Russ also enjoyed flying as a corporate pilot, but after 8 years returned to crop dusting. Then in 1981 Russ and Mary opened Amos Flying Service and he continued his AG flying career until retirement. When Russ wasn't flying, his time still evolved around aviation. He became an IA mechanic; flight instructor and he enjoyed rebuilding airplanes. In 2011 he received the Wright Brothers ''Master Pilot'' Award for 50 years of service to the aviation industry and in 2019 Russ was inducted into the Arkansas Aviation Hall of Fame.

While Russ had an amazing career, he always cherished the relationships he built through aviation. He has given countless first rides, taught hundreds of people to fly and has mentored many throughout the years.

Russ was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene for many years. It would be Russ' desire for all to know the Jesus that he dearly loved and served and for all to be saved.

Russ was preceded in death by his parents; his loving son, Rusty and brother, Ronald Amos.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; sister, Patricia Cagle; brother, Earl (Carma) Amos. Russ is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to ''thank'' the loving care given by all of the care givers at Wood Lawn Heights and Caring Hands Hospice.

Pallbearers are Justin Amos, Troy Collins, Jason Barber, Drew Yoder, Randall Davis and David Cartwright.

Funeral services will begin at 10:00am Monday, September 23, 2024 at First Church of the Nazarene. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00pm Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene, Batesville or St. Jude's.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Crouch Funeral Home
510 College Avenue
Batesville, AR  72501
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com