of Benton, AR
August 31, 1939 - November 20, 2024
John E. Oldner, 85, of Benton passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. He was born on August 31, 1939, in Kingsland to John Edward and Vada Oldner. John enjoyed riding his motorcycle, working, watching his grandchildren play sports, traveling, and spending time with his family. His purpose in life was to take care of his family, which he did very well. He was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church of Bryant.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Brenda Fielder Oldner; two daughters, Jana Nichols (Glenn) of Bryant and Joni Nichols (Tim) also of Bryant; five grandchildren, Brandon Nichols (Tiffany), Ryan Nichols (Shalisa), Taylor Crisco (Scott), Chase Nichols (Kylie) and Sawyer Nichols (Hanah); nine great-grandchildren, Alysia, Macki, Kinsley, Cruz, Laney, Steele, Carson, Blanton and Hutch; a brother, Bill Oldner (Marnie), a sister, Shirley Nance, several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 2:00PM in the chapel of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Road, Benton, Arkansas 72015 with Bro. Peter Cunningham officiating.
Burial will follow in Pinecrest Cemetery in Alexander.
Visitation will be held from 1:00PM until service time at the funeral home.
Funeral arrangements are by Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home of Benton.