of Vilonia, AR
March 6, 1940 - April 25, 2024
Arthur F. ''Sonny'' Wallace, 84, of Vilonia, AR went to be with the Lord, April 25, 2024. He was born March 6, 1940 in Des Arc, Arkansas to Thomas Franklin and Cora Leigh Wallace. Sonny was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jim Bruce Wallace and grandson, Keith Townsend.
Sonny was married to Lynda Perkins Wallace and they just celebrated their 63rd anniversary on April 22nd. They raised two daughters, Debbie Townsend (Marc) of Vilonia and Susan Salisbury (Kenny) of Yukon, OK. They have three grandchildren, Taylor Townsend (Natalie) of Fayetteville, Morgan Warner of Oklahoma City and Stormey Warner of Fayetteville and Great grandchildren, Addie and Davis Townsend, Cyrus, Sayer and Marcellus Jackson of Oklahoma City.
Sonny proudly served his country in the Army and National Guard. He spent the remainder of his working life selling all type of tires, from passenger tires to commercial truck tires before retiring in 2004.
Sonny was a great story teller and jokester and never met a stranger. He really enjoyed time with his family from participating in Y Indian Princess', to helping with Girl Scouts and he even won a buckle for pole bending. Many a night he spent hauling horses for his daughter's to horse shows across the state and loved to stop for breakfast after a long night horse show.
After his retirement, Sonny spent many hours playing dominos at Vilonia Sr. Citizens Center. Sonny and Lynda also enjoyed traveling and visiting National Parks. They also enjoyed watching their grandkids play basketball, cheer and perform color guard over the years. He was also an avid NASCAR fan.
Sonny has been a long member of Vilonia United Methodist Church and member of the Fellowship Sunday School class.
Monetary donations can be made in his memory to Vilonia United Methodist Church or to Vilonia Sr. Citizens Center.
The family would like to thank the excellent and compassionate care that was given to Sonny over the last two months at CARTI and Conway Regional Medical Center ICU unit.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:00am at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at 10:00am. Burial will follow at Vilonia Cemetery.
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17 Condolence(s)
Carla Kelley
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
So Sorry to hear of Sonny’s passing. Always enjoyed seeing Sonny he was a kind & fun guy. Hold to your precious memories. Sending many prayers…
Marion Harp
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
I'm sorry for the loss of Sonny. He was a wonderful man. We all will miss him . Love you
Stanley Gordon, Jr.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Sonny will be missed by our community. One by one this great generation of men and women are leaving us behind, but with good examples of how to make our families and communities better. Lynda, Debbie, and Susan……thanks for sharing him with us all. He provides a great memory for us all.
Bobby and Brenda Williams
Monday, April 29, 2024
Lynda and Family
So sorry for your loss. May your fun and loving memories of Sonny give you peace and comfort.
Bobby and Brenda
Gary & Sherri Cox
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Debbie and family - God bless you during this time of mourning and grief. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Camille Ball
Sunday, April 28, 2024
We both are so sorry for the loss of Sonny. We have such great memories of his great wit and funny stories. He will be missed by so many. Your entire family is in our prayers during this difficult time.
Donald McMillen
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Our condolences. So sorry for your loss Debbie.
Donny McMillen
Marlene Guyer and Gloria
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Our sincerest condolences.
Larry & Helen Ryza
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Our deepest condolences to you Lynda and your family.
Clarence Meyers
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Sonny was an amazing storyteller, seriously funny and just a great all around man. Our thoughts and prayers are will you all at this time. We love you all so much, Jeroline Koehler, Cindy Cole, Beverly & Mike Schroeder and Clarence and Ramona Meyers.
Carol Matthews
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Linda , you and your family are in my prayers. Hold on to the good memories and trust God for comfort and he will see you through the difficult days ahead.
Skip Cates
Saturday, April 27, 2024
So sorry for your loss prayers for you and your family i thought a lot of Sonny he was a good friend and a great person i know he will be missed
Charlene Gwatney Kelso
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Prayers for the family during this time of loss. Mr. Sonny always had a laugh for those who knew him. Great Man
Bob Bailey
Friday, April 26, 2024
Sonny has always been a friend from the first time I met him. My heart goes out to you’ll. To another day my friend in glory
Craig Cummins
Friday, April 26, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for all of you. Sonny was a one of a kind!!! Thank you for the pleasure of getting to take care of him. God’s grace and mercy be with you all.
Barney and Angie Burrow
Friday, April 26, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Stephanie Pearson
Friday, April 26, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Rest in Peace.