of England, AR
December 20, 1927 - June 6, 2021
William Kirk Flanakin, age 93, of England went to his forever home on June 6, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his wife Marjorie Flanakin, his parents R. K. and Minnie Lee Flanakin, and his son-in-law Randy Krablin.
He was a veteran of the Korean War and also served In the Army and Navy. He was the electrician for the Good Sam's Club where he was a member for many years. He retired from A P &L in 1993 after forty-seven dedicated years of keeping the lights burning in the England community.
He enjoyed traveling in his motorhome seeing the sights of the National Parks and he loved spending time with his family. He was a loving and caring husband, father, and papaw to his family.
He is survived by two daughters Denise (Randy) Krablin and Leanne Flanakin; one son, Bill (Tink) Flanakin; one brother, George (Linda) Flanakin; eight grandchildren: Justin (Cami) Krablin, Joshua (Kelly) Krablin, Jacob Ross, Jordan (Haley) Ross, Melody (Andy) Thomas, Heather (Darren) Johnson, Autumn (Clay) Causey, Kirk (Kayla) Flanakin; 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren and a host of friends.
The family would like to thank Dr. Tommy Braswell and the staff at Cavalier Nursing and Rehab for the excellent care they gave during these last few months.
Services will be Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at the Mulberry Cemetery Chapel. Visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. also at the Mulberry Cemetery Chapel. Arrangements are being handled by Roller England Funeral Home (501) 842-3939.
Sorry for the family loss prayers
My Deepest condolences to the family. Mr. Kirk was a neighbor and family friend throughout my growing up years. Our families socialized together often and I have many happy memories of those occasions.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .
Leanne, Denise and Bill, sorry for your loss. Your parents raised wonderful kids. Thinking of you guys.
My thoughts and prayers to all of the family.
Sending our love & prayers
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time, he was a good man