of Jonesboro, AR
March 15, 1936 - April 20, 2025
Leonard ''Bud'' Ellis Dacus, age 89, of Jonesboro, AR, woke up with Jesus on Easter morning, April 20, 2025. He was born on March 15, 1936, in Jonesboro, AR, to Luster W. and Alva (McCracken) Dacus. Bud lived all his life in the Jonesboro area and was a devout Christian as a member of Central Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, and Papa Bud to his grandchildren and most recently his first great-grandson.
He enlisted in the Army National Guard 875th Engineering Battalion in 1958 and was honorably discharged in September of 1964. He retired from Hytrol Conveyor in 2002 after 40 years of employment. In retirement, he enjoyed restoring antique tractors, singing southern gospel music, and he was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by an infant son, Christopher Alan Dacus.
Those left to cherish the memory of Bud are his loving wife of 66 years, Louise (Barnett) Dacus; daughters Shelby (Chris) Pfeifer, Sandy Dacus, and Cherly (Greg) Williams, all of Jonesboro; brother Carroll ''Bill'' Dacus of Jonesboro; grandchildren Cheyenne (Derek) Williamson of Maumelle, Christopher Williams of Colt, Mikayla (Zach) Harris of Brookland, and Sarah Williams of Jonesboro; great-grandson Levi Ellis Harris; niece Sherry (Dacus) Copeland and nephew Billy Dacus; and many friends, neighbors and loved ones.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 11am at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home (1900 W. Washington Ave. Jonesboro, AR 72401) with Bro. Jay Jacobs and Bro. Don Blackmore officiating. Burial will follow at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery in Jonesboro.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 5-7pm at the funeral home.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Derek Williamson, Zach Harris, Matthew Whitten, Jerry Coleman, Billy Dacus, and Eric Dacus. Honorary pallbearers are Chris Pfeifer, Greg Williams, and Christopher Williams.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Bud's name to the Central Baptist Church building fund.
Arrangements are under the care of Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18709323531.
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15 Condolence(s)
Dalton & Brenda Lane
Thursday, April 24, 2025
It has been a privilege to have known and have the friendship of Bud and you Louise from the time at Hytrol and the years at Prospect. We know no better man than Bud. He was a follower of Christ no matter where we were. We know he is at the feet of our Lord and Savior. He will be greatly missed. Dalton really enjoyed the times they shared together. Our thoughts and prayer are with you all.
Ila East
Thursday, April 24, 2025
I so wish I could be there right now. Words fail me, my heart is so heavy.
Eddie & Virginia Emmons
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Dear Family
We were so sorry to hear of the death of Bud , praying for you all
Randy and Becky Lingenfelter
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
We are sorry for the loss of such a beautiful wonderful man! We are praying for y’all!
Ila East
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
I so wish I could be there right now. Words fail me, my heart is so heavy.
Penny Rue
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Ms. Louise and girls, I am so sorry to hear this. Your sweet family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all...
Reba Jones
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Your family will be in my heart and prayers Hold on to and cherish your memories. May God wrap you all in His loving arms and give you peace and rest in the coming days. I will miss seeing him and his tractor in the Brookland Christmas parade and that wave he would always give!!
Darla Edgar
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry for the loss of your father. Prayers of comfort and healing.
Sharon Hopkins
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Shelby and Cheryl, I’m so sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with y’all and your family during this difficult time.
Tracy Harp from the pharmacy
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Many prayers to you all. May God be with you all and give you peace, comfort, and love.
Marie George
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Sending sincere condolences and hugs.
Margie James
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Loved to hear Leonard and family sing. Love prayers to the family.
Jerri Jones
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
So sorry, you all will be in my prayers.
Patty & Larry Burcham
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Fond memories of Bud and his family.
Norma tidwell-rudd
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Thinking of you .love and prayers .norma