of Fayetteville, AR
December 24, 1950 - November 10, 2023
Curtis G. Bangs, 72, of Fayetteville passed away November 10, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.
He was born December 24, 1950 in Batesville to Elmer Gene Bangs and Geneva Forshee Bangs.
Curtis was a simple man who loved his neighbors, sitting on the porch with his dog and enjoyed riding the dogs in his golf cart. He loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and the Arkansas Razorbacks and riding his E-Bike. He was a James Bond fan and loved watching all of the James Bond movies. Curtis was a master mechanic who loved piddling with cars. He was a veteran of the US Army, having served in Vietnam. Curtis also worked for UPS, Walmart and Pam Trucking.
Survivors include three children, George Bangs and Kerry Holt (Dan) and their mother, Rachael Bangs all of Nebraska and Brian Bangs of Arkansas; two sisters, Gail Abernathy (Frank) of Southside, Carol Opitz (Dave) of California; five granddaughters, Spencer, Sara, Lexi, Taylor, Ashley; one grandson, AJ, and several nieces and nephews and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers are Dave Opitz, Dan Holt, George Bangs, Frank Abernathy, Chad Abernathy and Cole Abernathy.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 10:00am at the Marcella Cemetery with Brian Coats officiating.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home from 6:00pm until 8:00pm.
Memorials may be made to Humane Society of Independence County, 5 Environmental Drive, Batesville, AR 72501.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18707934161.
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13 Condolence(s)
Melba Vickers
Sunday, November 19, 2023
Carol and Gail and all of Curtis's family. I'm so sorry knowing what you guys are going through. I had not seen Curtis since he got out of the service. Love you girls, Melba
Dorothy Bangs Stewart
Friday, November 17, 2023
Gail and Carol so sorry I know you will miss him am glad I was apart of the family . I will never forget you love dot
Brian Bangs
Friday, November 17, 2023
Dad I love you and will miss . Papa I love you and will miss you. Rest in Peace
Linda Woodard
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
To my cousins Gail and Carol and to the family of cousin Curtis prayers for all the family during this very difficult and sad time love all of you
Linda THOMPSON
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Gail so sorry for the loss of your brother praying for comfort for you and his family .
Martha Rose
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Compassion to you all
Thank you for sharing your lives
You are loved & appreciated
Sandra K Simmons
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
what a sad time. im praying for all of you that curt loved so much. im deeply sorry.
Marilyn Buschmann
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Carol and Gail, and other members of Curt's family,
I am so saddened by the death of your loved one. My heart goes out to you. I will keep y'all in my thoughts and prayers. I know you have wonderful memories and with God's grace you all will be comforted. May God keep you all in the palm of his hand. Sincerely,
Marilyn Buschmann
Lynn McGee and Vickie Sloan
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss and are sending many prayers to all of you.
Nicholas Doolin
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Love you Uncle Curt! Always enjoyed talking to you and hearing about you from Mom. You were a great man!
Kerry
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
I will love you always and will see you soon. Thank you for being my Dad
Alexis Holt
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
You are loved and missed beyond belief. Rest easy, Grandpa.
FRANK CHANEY
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
REST EASY SOLDIER, YOU'VE EARNED IT