of Omaha, AR
May 15, 1943 - October 29, 2023
Thomas Ray Pemberton, age 80, of Self, Arkansas in the area of Omaha, passed away Saturday, October 29, 2023, at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Harrison on May 15, 1943, to Leonard and Opal Boyd Pemberton.
Tom was a proud Gulf War Veteran and Shiner. He had several unique hobbies throughout his life including being a locomotive engineer for C&J Railroad Company and achieving his pilot's license. He loved to hunt deer, do beef farming, feed the fish in his pond, and drink the occasional beer. Though he actively sought occasions, he was charismatic and didn't know a stranger. Tom's words to live by are, "If you could find something to laugh about, you had a good day".
Tom is survived by his two sons, Richard (Brenda McAlister) Pemberton of Omaha and Kevin (Brenda) Pemberton of Oakwood, Georgia; his daughter, Denise (David) Caudle of Omaha; brother, Joe (Rhonda) Pemberton of Omaha; eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Leon Pemberton, and sister, Yvonne Rains.
Visitation was Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.
The funeral service was Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Arvin Adams officiating.
Interment was in Pemberton Cemetery on Dubuque Road in Omaha.
Pallbearers: Daniel Caudle, Jesse Caudle, Michel Caudle, James Cope, Joey Shelton and Juan Sepulveda.
Honorary pallbearers: The Deputies of the Boone County Sheriff's Office.
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6 Condolence(s)
Carl & Coleen Blevins
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Richard, Kevin and Denise,
So sorry for the loss of your dad its hard, Loss my dad back in February.
Tom was one of a kind for sure.
Lots of love and prayers to all of you.
Carl and Coleen Blevins
Dennis Daniels
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Tom was one of the toughest, kindest, and most unique people I ever got to know and I was proud to call him as my friend. He raised some of the finest people I've ever known and I never once ran into him when he wasn't happy to sit and catch up. He was funny and full of life and while I know he was probably tired or busy when our paths crossed, you'd never know it by how happy he was to see you. My sincere heartfelt condolences to Richard, Kevin, and Denise along with their families. You guys are blessed to have a father like Tom.
Kevin & Penny Goodman
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Our deepest sympathies are with all the Pemberton's, their families and friends. Mr. Tom was one of a kind and will be missed by all.
The slide show is a wonderful tribute.
Rest in peace and watch over your family and friends.
Melissa Block
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Prayers for each family member and friend. He will be missed but you've got some good family memories. Richard and Denise I have known better through my kids but continued prayers for all his children, grand and great children.
Karen
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Tom and my husband Sam were good friends for many years. Tom dug our pond for us when we built our house. Always enjoyed talking to him. My condolences to all his family.
Dwayne & Linda Smith
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Many condolences on the loss of Mr. Tom. May he rest in eternal peace.