of Harrison, AR
July 28, 1936 - May 27, 2022
Billie Lee ''Bill'' Speer left this earth to meet his Heavenly Father on Friday, May 27, 2022, in Springfield, Missouri. Bill was born July 28, 1936, in Omaha, Arkansas, the son of Roy and Mabel (Whitaker) Speer. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Louise (Speak) Speer; his parents; his brother, J.T. Speer; one sister, Donna Speer Anderson; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Don and Juanita Speak and Phillip and Betty Willoughby, Don Robinson and Bob Henson.
Bill married Helen Speak on August 19, 1957. They enjoyed over 60 years of life together. They cherished both their sons and their families. Bill enjoyed a lifetime of making memories during his 40-year career as a superintendent at Journagan Construction, as well as hunting, fishing, and spending time with family. After retirement from Journagan Construction, Bill opened his own business, Bill's RV Sales. His favorite part of the business was seeing people leave with big smiles on their faces and campers behind them.
Bill is survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law, William and Terri (Hall) Speer of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Greg and Diane (Currell) Speer of Compton, Arkansas; his grandchildren, Diego Chavez and Hillary (Speer) Chavez of Allen, Texas, Dezerra Gunter of Houston, Texas and Jessica Gunter of Compton, Arkansas. He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews that he loved very much.
A special thank you to his friend and faithful employee, Guy Lockridge, for always being a great friend to Bill and his family.
The funeral service was Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Rev. Dale Floyd and Rev. Byron Cothran officiating.
Visitation was one hour before the service at the funeral home.
Burial was in the Maplewood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ed Robinson, Jeff Robinson, Tyler Robinson, Brandon Robinson, Diego Chavez, Todd Bishop, Logan Jackson, and Guy Lockridge.
The honorary pallbearer was Shannon Payne.
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12 Condolence(s)
Marci Caudill
Thursday, June 2, 2022
I only knew him for a very short time, but he will never be forgotten. He was the kindest man I ever cared for. He will forever be in my heart. It was an honor and a privilege to care for him. Prayers to family.
Vickie Keener Davis
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear of Bills passing. I had recently stopped and talked to him about campers. He caught me up on you, Greg. He will be missed by many. Prayers for comfort,
Vickie Davis
Sharon Bowman
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Peggy Vines and I offer our condolences to the family. Rest In Peace Bill.
Lisa King
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. He was such a nice man . We bought many campers from Bill and he always treated us right .
R.I.P Bill you will be missed .
Carl and Debra Harp
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss.. We enjoyed him as a camper dealer, he helped us out a lot .
Your parents are together again.
fred t woehl
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Bill will be missed by all. Prayers for his family.
Billy Joe Roberts
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
I have great memories with Bill and Helen as well as Bill Jr. & Greg we have traveled many places and lived in different states when my dad and Bill worked for Leo Journagan… Bill was as good as they come in my opinion he was always very happy and would keep me laughing when I visited with him♥ï¸
Luke and Linda Smith
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Bill and Terri, Please know that we are praying for you during this time of loss. We watched the video and know your Dad was a wonderful man. â¤ï¸
Loretta Rogers & Jim Clarkson
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Bill was a great honest man that would give you the shirt off his back! He was always there for my husband Rick & my dad Jim for any of their needs whether it was parts for their campers they bought from Bill or buy another camper! We pray peace & comfort during this time for all of the family ðŸ™â¤
Jill and Allen Journagan
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Bill had more giggles in him than anyone else I ever met. He taught me a lot about doing good work and having fun while doing it.
Clabe & Bonita Presley
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Al Pearson
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Bill was such a great guy and I never remember being around him that he wasn't smiling or cutting up. My wife and I purchased 2 campers from him over the years and he was always so helpful and friendly whenever we needed help with anything. I stopped by his house now and then to ask a camper related question or get advice from him. I also admired how he loved and cared for Helen every day. He was such a positive person and my life is better by having known him. He was one of the good guys, and will be sorely missed.