of Paris, AR
July 30, 1947 - September 12, 2024
David R. Cravens, 77, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024 in Paris. He was born on July 30, 1947 in Conway, Arkansas to his parents, Ralph N. and Marguerite (Sandeford) Cravens.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph N. and Marguerite Cravens.
David was a lifelong Arkansan; he graduated from Paris High School in 1965 and earned his undergraduate degree in his Juris Doctor from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville where he was a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. Upon graduating from Law School, he returned to Paris where he began practicing law with his father, Ralph and worked alongside his brother, Charles for over 50 years at Cravens Abstract and Cravens & Cravens Attorney at Law. David served as Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of the Northern District of Logan County from 1973 until 1986 and served as the District Court Judge for the following twenty-six years. The Supreme Court of Arkansas granted David the status of Attorney Emeritus in appreciation of fifty years of service to the legal profession.
David was an avid Arkansas Razorback fan, he loved watching each sport and all of the games played each season. He loved spending time with his family, working in his yard and around his pool. He also loved Blues music, he held the Cottontown Blues Festival with his brother, Charles for ten years where he made many friends that became more like family and hosted many well-known Blues artist over the years. David also loved to watch and play the stock market.
David is survived by one daughter, Darla Mainer and husband, Carl of Paris; one brother, Charles Cravens and wife, Debby of Paris; one granddaughter, Kacee Mainer of Paris; one great-grandson, Israel Crane of Paris; one nephew, Ryan Cravens and wife, Erin of Paris; one great-niece, Charley Cravens of Paris and many other family members and close friends.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at the First United Methodist Church in Paris officiated by Rev. Regena Mason. The family will visit with friends immediately following the service in the sanctuary. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris
Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church Building Fund as well as the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville Razorback Foundation.
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22 Condolence(s)
Bill and Pam Beeler-Culver
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Darla, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Have peace in knowing that GOD is Faithful and He will comfort you during this difficult time. Love you sweet friend!
Becky lensing
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Prayers to the family
Nikki and Robert Barlow
Sunday, September 15, 2024
David will be missed by many.
MJ and Crystal Baine & family
Saturday, September 14, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. David was a good friend to MJ and we are sorry to hear of his passing. Sending love and prayers to all his family and friends.
Love, MJ and Crystal Baine
Hermina Bridges
Saturday, September 14, 2024
So sad to hear of David’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends! May he rest in peace and let God comfort you all through this difficult time.
Teresa Gartung
Saturday, September 14, 2024
I will miss just knowing that we’ve lost one of our best family members. David was always one I wanted to look up . My last occasions were the passing of my parents recently. He was there for both services to support us, just like a big big brother, which I never had.
Jeremy Stinnett
Friday, September 13, 2024
Sad to hear ab this, my thoughts and prayers are with the family. A great person all the way around.
David & Dana Bradley
Friday, September 13, 2024
Very sorry to hear of David’s passing. Our deepest sympathy for the family.
Karen Butler
Friday, September 13, 2024
There will never be another David Cravens! He was loved by so many. My prayers & thoughts are with this family & sending my heartfelt condolences.
Neal Wade
Friday, September 13, 2024
Thoughts and prayers
Neal and Tammy Wade
Lorrie Schneider
Friday, September 13, 2024
David was an integral part of Logan County for many years. His involvement and service to the community of Paris will be remembered always. I had the privilege of working with Marguerite, Ralph, David, Charles and Debby for 10 years at Cravens Abstract and Cravens & Cravens, along with my mother. I learned a lot and truly felt that all were part of my family. David will be missed but never forgotten! My deepest sympathy, and prayers for God's comfort to all he left behind!!
Michael Huber
Friday, September 13, 2024
David was a good friend and we had many good and fun times together. I will miss my friend as I know many others will as well. I can imagine him in heaven trying to get the angels to play the "Blues". Goodbye my friend
Brenda (Farmer) Brown
Friday, September 13, 2024
Deepest condolences to all the family and friends of David. He will be missed by many.
Mike Patterson
Friday, September 13, 2024
So sorry for the families loss.
Bill and marsha elsken
Friday, September 13, 2024
We will miss a great friend.
Greg & Harmoney Campbell
Friday, September 13, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Carl and Molly Campbell
Friday, September 13, 2024
We are so sad of hearing of David’s passing. The family has our prayers. Carl worked with David when he was Juvenile Intake and Probation Officer and I worked with him when I worked at the abstract office. I also had David when I did the MYF at the Methodist church. We have many good memories of David and know how great he was. May God bless the family.
Claudia Rowell
Friday, September 13, 2024
My deepest condolences to Darla and family. Praying for all of you during this difficult time.
Mary McFarland
Friday, September 13, 2024
Thank you David for your years of service to Logan county.
Rest in peace David
Prayers for comfort for all his close friends and family.
Marilyn Adair
Friday, September 13, 2024
David and I have known each other since the 90’s. I can’t think of a friend I’ve had more laughs with. It has been an honor to have him for a friend and I will never, ever forget him, My deepest condolences to Darla and Carl, Kaycee, Charles , Debbie and family. You are loved. Marilyn
Carolyn S Barbee
Friday, September 13, 2024
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I was always super fond of David as a Father to Darla. Growing up, he was a role model for me. Prayers for all, comfort and peace.
Jerry and Mary Freeman
Friday, September 13, 2024
Our deepest condolences for the loss of David. He has always been such a big part of the Paris community. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.