of Paris, AR
February 5, 1945 - March 5, 2024
William Robert ''Bill'' Baltz, 79, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was born on February 5, 1945 in Booneville to his parents, John and Wilma (Kiefer) Baltz.
Bill was retired from the City of Paris after over 20 years of service. He was a United States Army National Guard Veteran and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris. He enjoyed fishing but his true passion was working with horses. He was a member of the Logan County Riding Club and for many years was instrumental in promoting and operating the Paris Rodeo.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one sister, Betty Baltz and one young man he raised as his own son, Timothy Nicholas.
He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Brenda Baltz of Paris; daughters, Lecia Highfield and husband, Paul of Paris, DeeAnn Birch and husband, Robert of Conway, Tonya Varnell and husband, Ty of Paris and a young lady he raised as his own daughter, Nicole Nicholas of Paris; sisters, Mary Ann Beshoner of Paris, Judy Koch of Paris, Susan Schmitz of Cabot, Patty Lumbert of Maumelle, Jeannie Baltz of Benton and Janie Willems of Van Buren; brothers, John Baltz of Fayetteville and Donnie Baltz of Dyer; grandchildren, Bryant Highfield, Morgan Wollschlager, Alec Highfield, Katie Beth Smith, Megan Smith, Andrew Smith, Jacy Varnell, Remy Varnell, Willa Varnell, Tyner Varnell, Timberly Nicholas, Talia Nicholas and Isabella Nicholas and one great-granddaughter, Parker Beth Wollschlager.
A memorial mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris officiated by Fr. Reginald Udouj, O.S.B.. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
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46 Condolence(s)
Kathy Oliver Vandiver
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Brenda, I'm so sorry for your loss,sending my love always.
Mikel Dede Pettigrew
Monday, March 11, 2024
So sorry to hear this . Will be praying for family
Jw, Jessica , Jamie, and Bess Ann Cauthon
Saturday, March 9, 2024
He was a great friend to are family. And we really enjoyed Goldy. And one of his last daughters is doing amazing thing is Oklahoma.
Toby and Kathy Moore
Friday, March 8, 2024
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends. Praying for peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Beverly Bradley
Thursday, March 7, 2024
So very sorry for your loss Brenda and your whole family! He sure will be missed by so many people! He was special to so many ! May he rest in peace!
Deborah and Bill Mikles
Thursday, March 7, 2024
My Dear Brenda, Prayers for you and your family, Bill was a True cowboy he could tell you everything about a horse.He will be missed by many.
Mary J Pile
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Brenda , I am so sorry for your loss. Bill and you are people I could call true friends. I always enjoyed listening to Bill's stories and talking horses. Heaven has a true cowboy now. God bless you and your family
J Douglas Crow
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Go be with Timmy.
God Bless.
Bryan & Shela Freeman
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Condolences on your loss
Molly
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Nicole Nicholas. My prayers & condolences to you & the family. Love you
Debbie Kelton DoRemus
Thursday, March 7, 2024
So sad to hear of the loss of an amazing individual! I am so grateful for the relationship he had with Daddy (Deward Kelton) that began with their mutual passion for horses! My sincere condolences to the family he treasured so much!
Sara Davis
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Bill was one of a kind. A great man for sure. He will be missed.
John Greg & Clo Baltz
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Rest in Peace Cousin Bill. May you find tremendous peace, love & joy as you join other beloved family members in Heaven. Send down your prayers that we may one day join you. May our Lord fill the hearts of your dear ones with consolation & hope.
Jim and Charlotte Fletcher
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers for you,Brenda, and all your family. God bless you. May he rest in peace. Bill and I went to Subiaco Academy and St.Joseph School together. We would see each other at church on Saturday nights and visit after church . He will be greatly missed.
Kailey Rogers
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Bill would always comment on my red hair and tell me to watch out because “it will look like this one day”. He was a nice man and will be dearly missed.
Jewell white
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Brenda, I’m so very sorry for your loss of Bill. I always enjoyed when he came to my office when we worked at City. He usually had something funny to share. My love and prayers are with you and your family.
Joshua Koch
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Uncle Bill will be dearly missed. He could always make anyone smile.
Randy Edelhuber
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Brenda, Judy, Donnie, Patty, all the Baltz family; My deepest sympathy on Bill's passing. My grandparents and my family always had such great respect for your families. Betty was in my grade at St Joseph's and we've been neighbors for a hundred years--it seems like. I am so sorry for your loss. If there's anything I can do, please let me know! God Bless
Paul Tippit
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I am very sorry for your family's loss...I met Bill via Deward Kelton in 1989 newly married and renting from Mr.& Mrs. Kelton. I enjoyed getting to know him and his no nonsense approach to things. His knowledge of quarter horses was probably unmatched except maybe for Deward...wish I would have took him up on his last invite to stop by sometime, he will be missed.
regards
Paul
Dan Baltz
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I will miss you Bill. I always admired your amazing fustach. I have so many memories of visiting you and family about 65 years ago. Lots of stories come to mind. I will miss seeing you when we visit Paris. Rest in peace cousin.
Kim Dobson Kitty McDonald
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
We are sending our love and prayers for your family.
Erika Adway
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Praying for y'all.
Sherel Mainer
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I never knew your dad Tonya but I remember as a kid thinking he had the most magnificent moustache I'd ever seen. If you or you family need anything please don't hesitate to reach out. Love you.
Ray Watkins
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Bill was a good man . I love his family like my own .
Joe Ihle
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sorry for he loss to the family.
Jack Faulkner
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Your family will be in our prayers. Jan and I are so sorry for your loss.
Marcus Ullrich
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry to hear about Bill he will be missed prayers for all the family.
Lynda (Andrews) Molton
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Remember Billy so well during the old Rodeo days of the 60's, when Andrews and Lowrey would always put on the Paris Rodeo. He was always at the rodeo's doing what cowboys do. My sympathy to his family and friends.
Jason freeman
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I never missed an opportunity to take a poke at bill or give him a one liner, he never missed an opportunity to provide a snappy comeback. Miss you old timer.
Gary Denva Buzbee
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry for your loss Tonya. I know he was a great man.
Thomas King
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry to hear of your lost.
Danny Wilks
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I met Bill back in 01 when I first moved here. He was an exceptional man and knew his stuff about horses and tack. Seems like I just saw him. My condolences to all his family. He will be missed.
Terri featherston Friemel
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sending prayers and so sorry for y'alls loss. He was a good man found mémoires of him ..
Bryant Lee Freeman
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Jeannie Floyd
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Brenda so sorry to hear about bills death. My prayers with you
Millissia Jones
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. Bill was a very friendly man and loved what he did. Prayers for comfort!
Rose Schneider
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you.
Jim O’Bar
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Worked for years with Bill and we had a lot of fun. I am sorry for your loss. I know I will miss him. Jim
Larry Fox
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry to hear this. Bill was always a good guy. I am blessed to have known him most of my life.
Brenda Knoles
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
My dear Brenda. Our hearts break with yours today. We loved your Bill. He was always so warm and giving! Many prayers fir you all, sweet friend!
Darlene F Becker
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. The family will be in my thoughts & prayers. The coal miners museum appreciated all the help from Bill & his family. RIP
June Gilbreath
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sad to learn that Bill has passed. Praying that God will comfort all of you and give you peace at this time and days to come.
K Wesley Davis
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Thoughts and prayers are with the family. We love you guys.
Angela Race
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
With total heart felt sadness I send my condolences Brenda. Lecia I am here for you always my friend. So many memories we all have.
Celeste Fox
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
With his mustache and hat, Bill looked like he was born in the wrong century. I could see him living in the days of Gunsmoke or something. Just loved that look. He was always so friendly to me. My sympathy to all his family. Rest in peace.
Teresa Henson Schluterman
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Lecia, Tonya, Judy, Morgan, Jacy and family. I am so sorry to here of your Dad's, brother, grandpa's passing. He was such a nice man. I remember him coming into the Pharmacy with his grandkids and visiting with everyone. He will be greatly missed in our community. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Teresa Henson Schluterman