of Batesville, AR
May 12, 1933 - January 4, 2024
Paul E. Maples, 90, of Batesville passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024.
He was born May 12, 1933 in Jefferson City, Missouri to Lowell Maples and Elta E. Long Maples.
Paul was a member of Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall North. He was a graduate of Batesville High School where he played football. He later when on to graduate from UT Memphis in 1955 as a Pharmacist and he practiced for 40 years. He was kind, honorable, and very witty. He bought his girls ponies at a young age and they still have horses to this day. Paul enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and golfing as well as watching golf on TV.
Survivors include his daughters, Dr. Renee Ross (Bryan) of Cord and Denise Maples of Cammack Village; step-son, Boyce Hamlett (Gloria Ann) of Warren; daughter-in-law, Julie Maples of Batesville; two grandchildren, Adam Montgomery (Jera) and Blanton Montgomery; three great-grandchildren; and caretakers, Judy Clark and Barbara Marlin.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Coleen Maples; son, Eddie Maples, Jr.; and step-son, Tim Hamlett.
Pallbearers are Bryan Ross, Blanton Montgomery, Adam Montgomery, Andy Edwards, Randy Price, and Richard Salome. Honorary pallbearers will be Micah Hamlett, Mark Harmon, Boyce Hamlett, Boyce Hamlett, Jr. and Brandon Hamlett.
Graveside services will begin at 11:00am Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Oaklawn Cemetery with James Knight officiating.
Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00am Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his honor to the Humane Society of Independence County, 5 Environmental Drive, Batesville, AR 72501, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, 2 Natural Resources Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205, or The Other Side, 4744 Wilburn Rd, Wilburn, AR 72179.
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28 Condolence(s)
Terri Brackett Harris
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
I grew up being encouraged by Brother Maples and his love for Jehovah, Jesus, and Bible truths. One Bible truth he will get to experience is the earthly resurrection in the near future. I look so forward to seeing his smile again
Rick Elumbaugh
Monday, January 22, 2024
Prayers for Renee and Denise. Rick Elumbaugh
Kimberly McBride
Friday, January 12, 2024
Renee and Denise I’m sorry for your loss but you were lucky to have him for all the years and I know you both spent a lot of time with him. I worked for your Dad at Town Plaza and he was a fine man to work with. I enjoyed getting to know him. He instilled a good work ethic in me and I appreciate it to this day. All our parents are looking down on us now and we continue to make them so proud. Love you both, Kim
Brian Ring
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Always looked up to yal . Gonna miss yal good people. Love yal. God bless
Micheal Clouse
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Barbara Marlin
Thursday, January 11, 2024
So sorry this had to happen . He told me stories about him growing up made me laugh we all are going to miss him he was a a very special man
Jimmy, Micah, Jacob Canaza
Thursday, January 11, 2024
We all will miss our dear brother, I have many, wonderful memories of spending time with Paul and Coleen in service to and for Jehovah. When I was out of school they would come and get me, keep me all day . They were so funny together and great examples of putting Jehovah first.
Alan Price
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Jerry Thomas
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Never an unkind word, world needs more Paul Maples
Dorene Stephens
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Renee, thinking of you and praying the peace that only comes from God. I didn’t know your Dad but I know he raised a wonderful daughter.
Janie Starnes
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Renee & Denise,
Many prayers. Take comfort in knowing your father walks with our Heavenly Father now.
Janie
Randy price
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
My dear friend and brother that let me enjoy his kind friendship and his extreme knowledge of the Bible, he was loved by so many people and will indeed be missed by many until we see him again... such an privilege to have known him.
Alice Row Comer
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Sending my thoughts and prayers.
Don McSpadden
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
So sorry to hear of Mr. Maples passing. He was one of the best. All of the family are in my prayers. I think highly of every one of you. He did good.
Judy clark
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
What an incredible life he had,he lived almost a century,saw all the technological progression of airplanes ,cars, man on the moon,he was a wealth of information,he shared so much.
Ronnie Donald
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Ed Abernathy
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
so sorry, WE can't outlive time. Wishing you comfort.
Jan Burrow Qualls
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Sending my thoughts & prayers
Brian Marshall
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
I'm so sorry .
Greyling Davies
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Renee I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Melissa Stephens
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
So sorry for the loss of your dad. He was a very special man. Prayers for the family
Mark Shreve
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
In my prayers
Larry Allgood
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
I was saddened to read of Paul's passing. I was privileged to have worked for Paul at Town Plaza Drug when I was in high school. Paul was a fine man to work for and he taught me a lot about a good work ethic.
It's my prayer that Renee, Denise, the extended family and friends find peace knowing Paul had a great life.
Melynda Ezell
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
I will miss our dear brother a lot! I have many, many fond memories of spending time with Paul and Coleen. They were so funny together and a great example of putting Kingdom interests first. Paul was always concerned about the congregation and shepherding it lovingly.
Mary Matthews
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Renee & Denise,
Saying prayers of strength & comfort for your families.
Mary J. (Snapp) Matthews
Carolyn Matheny Wammack
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
I remember Mr. Maples when he was a pharmacist at Cave City Pharmacy. I always enjoyed visiting with him. Prayers for his family.
Melodi Young O’Neal
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
So very sorry for your loss both your parents were kind people .
Bill Campbell
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Denise, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in Karen and my prayers.