of Batesville, AR
May 1, 1929 - December 1, 2023
Orville Elumbaugh, 94, of Batesville passed away Friday, December 1, 2023.
He was born May 1, 1929 in Jamestown to John Elumbaugh and Nora Gould Elumbaugh.
Orville was a hard worker who loved to work on the farm, building roads, cutting wood and hauling with his 1 ton dump truck. He worked as a truck driver for the Arkansas Highway Department for 28 years. Orville and his wife, Alice, were married for 74 years. He loved to spend time with his family, listen to Johnny Cash songs, deer hunt and loved to have fish fry's while spending time on Greers Ferry Lake.
Survivors include his wife, whom he married July 20, 1949, Alice Cullins Elumbaugh of the home; one son, Rick Elumbaugh (Margaret); one daughter, Marilyn Brewer (LeeRoy) of Batesville; one sister, Jerri Thompson of California; four grandchildren, Rusty Elumbaugh (CJ), Maisie Eaton (Carter), Kenny Seaman (Susan), Dr. Allison Jones (Dan); four great-grandchildren, Ryder Elumbaugh, Rixson Elumbaugh, Jake Seaman, Bryant Jones; as well as several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ted, Ladell and Billy Elumbaugh and sisters, Evelyn Floyd, Wanda Jeffery and Eva Rosario.
Pallbearers are Kenny Seaman, Jake Seaman, Rusty Elumbaugh, Ryder Elumbaugh, Rixson Elumbaugh, Dan Jones and Steve Cullins. Honorary pallbearers are Arthur Montgomery, Andy Montgomery, Lackey Moody, Johnny McMullin, Shawn Drake and Joe Elumbaugh.
There will be a private visitation and graveside service.
The family would like to give special thanks to Arkansas Hospice and Gentiva Hospice and the caregivers, Debbie Wood Neeley, Deborah Halcomb, Rosa Farmer, Linda Mayfield, Marianna Gingerich and Linda Clem.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to White River Wonderland Light Display, City of Batesville, 500 E. Main St, Batesville, AR 72501.
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20 Condolence(s)
Pam Luther
Sunday, December 10, 2023
My deepest condolences on your loss. Allison’s memories indicate he was the perfect grandpa - a truly special man. Sending love.
Beverly Fountain
Sunday, December 10, 2023
So sorry for your loss
Harmoney harris
Saturday, December 9, 2023
So sorry to hear prayers for u all. Love you all
Judy Rogers
Saturday, December 9, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Linda Creighton
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Thoughts and prayers to all the Elumbaugh family at this time. God bless you and comfort you during this period of loss.
Leca McKenzie
Saturday, December 9, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I remember staying at the lake house and going out on the boat. Love and prayers for the family.
Jan Burrow Qualls
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Sending my thoughts & prayers
Tony Perrin
Friday, December 8, 2023
Rick, my sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.
Terri Harris (Brackett)
Friday, December 8, 2023
I'm sad for your loss and prayers for your family during this difficult time
Judy Bell
Thursday, December 7, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all
Theresa Tomlinson
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Please know that each one of you will be
In our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jeff and Theresa Tomlinson
Janet Wood
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Marilyn, Rick and your Mother, very sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort in the days ahead. Losing a parent leaves a big hole in your heart.
Nick & Katrina Fudge
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
We are praying that the Lord will give you strength and peace during this difficult time.
Teresa Thorne Sutherland
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Marilyn, Rick and Alice I’m so sorry,I loved Orville! Hugs and love sent your way!
Betty Burge Cockrill
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Mrs. Alice, Marilyn, Rick and families. I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Orville. I pray our Heavenly Father will wrap you in His loving arms and give you peace and comfort during these difficult days.
Danny J. Mitchell
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Rick and Family sorry for the loss of your Dad a good man hard worker but you have wonderful memories that will live forever. Prayers for all of you
Vaughn Blue
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
So sorry for you loss, Marilyn. Prayers for you & your family as you face the days ahead.
Tony McGuffey
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Orville will be greatly missed, but the many memories of lake, fishing, hunting excursions will
live on with all his friends and family. May God's peace be with those he has left behind.
Tammy Winsted Burks
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of times at the lake with the Elumbaughs when I was growing up.
Wayne Winsted
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Alice, Rick, Marilyn, and family I am sorry for your loss. I lived in Batesville for over twenty years and considered Orville and Alice good friends. Orville and I did a lot of things together, fishing, hunting, going to the lake. He was a good man, hard worker and quick to help you out. He will be missed.