of Conway, AR
January 25, 1951 - July 26, 2024
Richard Clark Faulkner, Sr, 73 years of age, of Conway. AR passed away due to complications from Dementia on 7/26/24. He was born on 1/25/1951 to the late BJ and Cecile Faulkner.
He grew up in Little Rock, AR and was known as ''Dickie Faulkner'' to most and was a 1969 graduate of Central High School. He was President of his senior class at Central and excelled on the football field as the quarterback. Richard went on to continue his sports career playing football and baseball at Henderson State University in Arkadelphia. He married his bride of 50 years, Brenda Aylett of Nashville, AR and they raised two children in Little Rock, AR. He most recently retired from working in Fayetteville, AR with Scurlock Industries and settled in Conway to be closer to family.
Richard's happy place was always being outdoors on a deer stand, duck blind or with a fishing pole in hand and was able to teach his kids and his grandkids how to hunt and fish back on the Aylett farm in Nashville. He enjoyed going to all of his kids and grandkids events whether it be dancing recitals, baseball, softball, football and volleyball games. He was always there to play catch in the backyard, throw a football, never missed a practice or a game and was the best lifelong coach there ever was. He was also a fierce competitor not only on the football field but loved playing Spade's, Bridge and Dominoes with the family. His smile was contagious, he truly had the gift of being an animal or baby whisperer and he never ceased to make you laugh.
Richard never forgot a name or a face and made the best set of lifelong friends (Jim May, Rodney Herndon, Tim Stuthard, Jerry Carlisle, Rick Abbott, Steve Moore and Robbie Moore) that he considered family. Richard also grew up with a musically inclined family and this was passed on to him as well and showed when he played the guitar. We have a peace knowing that's his body and mind have been made whole again and he's in the arms of Jesus. And if Richard was here with us today, he would get the last word in and say, "I love you more.".
Richard is survived by his wife, Brenda; children, Lindsey Merritt (Blake) and Clark Faulkner (Mary Catherine and grandchildren, Madison and Gracie Faulkner and Briley and Braylin Merritt. He is also survived by sisters, Billie Cornwell (Lamont), Diana Grant (Don); as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life for Richard on Monday, July 29th at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, AR. Visitation is from 2:00pm-3:00pm with memorial service immediately following from 3:00-4:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity. The family also wants to acknowledge how wonderful Salem Place was to our family as well as how precious Sheri Brakebill and staff comforted and loved Richard and our family during this time.
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39 Condolence(s)
Virginia
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Billie and Brenda,
Al and I were so sorry to read about Dickie passing away!!! I just read about him on Facebook. I remember him coming to the office at ARKLA!. He always had a big smile. I also remember that ya’ll were close.
May God give all of the family peace!
Al and Virginia Robertson.
Lori Aylett
Monday, July 29, 2024
Brenda, Lindsey and Clark,
We are all so sorry for your loss. Richard was such a fine man. I looked forward to seeing him at all the family reunions. He was always laughing and kidding and having a good time with everyone. I am sorry I could not be there in person with you today, but you are all on my mind and heart. May God grant you HIs Peace during this difficult time.
Love,
Lori, Greg and Genene
Judy and Carroll Bates
Monday, July 29, 2024
Dickey touched so many lives in the very best way. Carroll and I are grateful that we were friends with you so many years ago. I will always have the fondest memories of the “Baker Crew” getting together ( and it was usually to share a meal). Keeping you and your family close to our hearts and lifting you up in prayer!
Nan Tucker
Monday, July 29, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Matt and Nan Tucker
Cathy & Michael Kincaid
Monday, July 29, 2024
Brenda and family, We are both so very sorry for your loss. Praying for you all during this heartbreaking time.
John and Marcia Aylett
Monday, July 29, 2024
Brenda and family,
Richard was a fine man and he will be missed. May God provide peace and comfort during your time of sorrow.
Love Always,
John and Marcia Aylett
Keith Wingfield
Monday, July 29, 2024
Richard was the hardest working employee I ever had. He kept making calls and never really took no as an answer for any sales he was trying to make. I enjoyed his company and we had some really good “sales” stories to tell. His passing is far too soon. He will be missed.
Mike Van Dyye
Monday, July 29, 2024
Brenda hit a home-run with the obituary. Dickie had a contagious personality. If you ever met him, he was your friend forever. Dickie kept us all in tears at baseball practice and the dorm at HSU. Dickie loved life and made every day count.
We all loved you dearly,
Mike
JB Kincaid
Monday, July 29, 2024
My thoughts and prayers for everyone. I am here if needed.
J
Charlotte Williams Jeffers
Monday, July 29, 2024
Dear Brenda, I’m so very sorry for your loss. God be with you and the family.
Charlotte
Wendy Brown Wesson
Sunday, July 28, 2024
My heart hurts for you and your family, Brenda, but I do rejoice in the fact that you have the assurance that Richard is in Heaven with our Heavenly Father, made perfect by Him. Again, you and your family will be in my prayers in these coming days.
Diana Floyd
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, praying for the peace and comfort only our Lord Jesus can give. Love you
Jim & Lana Foot
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda,
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.
Much love always,
Lana
David Ponder
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda, we are praying that you and your family will have peace and comfort in the days and weeks to come!
Buddy Adcock
Sunday, July 28, 2024
I was so sorry to hear of Dickie's passing..I have wonderful memories of our younger days..he was a good friend and he will be missed.
Teresa Wilson
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda, so sorry to hear of your loss. I understand your pain as it has been 5 1/2 years since Chuck passed. Praying for your comfort as you go through this time. Teresa Wilson
Jerry Carlisle
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Lost a great friend with whom I have many great memories of hunting and fishing as well as great times at the table with food and laughs. My deepest condolences to a great family. Dickie will sorely missed.
Randy Davidson
Sunday, July 28, 2024
So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I am so glad we had a chance to reconnect when he and Brenda moved to Fayetteville.
His obituary was a 100 percent true.
Mona McClure
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda, you are in my thousand and prayers. Mona
Linda Baer
Sunday, July 28, 2024
To Brenda and the whole Faulkner family: I am so sorry to hear about Richard. I know what you have been going thru with the dementia, Ken has dementia and many other things. I remember all of us being at Highland UMC. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Linda Baer
Patricia Graham
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Richard was a wonderful and caring man who loved his wife, family and friends. He leaves a great legacy and will be missed beyond words.
Respectfully,
Ed and Patricia Graham
Sharon Lilly
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda, Jim and I wanted to extend our condolences to you and the rest of your family. We always enjoyed being around Richard during our time at HVUMC.
Tiffany Senavinin
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Lindsey,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet dad. Sending love, thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Dianne Burnett
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda and Billie, I was so shocked to see this. I didn’t even know he was sick. It’s so sad how once close friends can lose touch. I love y’all and you will be in my prayers.
Eddie Passini
Sunday, July 28, 2024
I’m so sorry to hear of Dickie’s passing. What a truly wonderful man and friend he always was. Memories are priceless.
Sharron Clements
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Brenda….I am so sorry to hear about the death of your husband. Much love to your family.
Lindsey………I can feel your love for your dad. It is very obvious that he was a wonderful man, and a great dad and grandfather. Hugs to you and your family.
Annette Beasley Rhodes
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Brenda and family, I am so sorry to hear about Richard. He is part of many memories from my childhood at Highland Methodist and Central High. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Blessings, Annette Beasley Rhodes
Max Tackett
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Brenda I’m sorry to hear about Richard passing away.
Jim and Marilyn Tindall
Saturday, July 27, 2024
So very sad for your families loss. You will continue to be in our prayers. With our love
Danny Korte
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Dickie: Richard was always my hero I always strived to be just like him. I’m very sorry for the family my prayers will be with y’all
Kristi May Gunster
Saturday, July 27, 2024
My prayers are with your family as you mourn this huge loss. I know Dickie is looking back on a life so well lived from heaven, and so proud of his wonderful family.
John Ford
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Dickie and I met in August 1969 as freshmen at Henderson. We hunted, fished and got stuck in mudholes all over Arkansas for 40 or so years and laughed and loved every adventure. My 37 yr old son Clayton killed his first duck on the Arkansas River when he was 6 yrs old with Dickie, me and possibly Jim May. I have so many great memories with Dickie to look back on that will create a smile and a happy feeling.
John Ford
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Dickie and I met in August 1969 as freshmen at Henderson. We hunted, fished and got stuck in mudholes all over Arkansas for 40 or so years and laughed and loved every adventure. My 37 yr old son Clayton killed his first duck on the Arkansas River when he was 6 yrs old with Dickie, me and possibly Jim May. I have so many great memories with Dickie to look back on that will create a smile and a happy feeling.
Jake Carrington
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Y’all have always treated me like family, and I appreciate everything you all have done! Clark was also so kind when I got the chance to talk with him. Thinking and praying for the Merritt family!
Sharon Brannon McCone
Saturday, July 27, 2024
So many memories of Dickie will remain in the minds and hearts of old friends. I was privileged to be among those friends. My warmest thoughts and fervent prayers for peace and comfort are with Brenda, Clark, Lindsey, Billie Ann and Diana as well as that Crew of guys who will miss him most.
Sharon Brannon McCone
Saturday, July 27, 2024
So many memories of Dickie will remain in the minds and hearts of old friends. I was privileged to be among those friends. My warmest thoughts and fervent prayers for peace and comfort are with Brenda, Clark, Lindsey, Billie Ann and Diana as well as that Crew of guys who will miss him most.
Andrea Sutton
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Our deepest condolences to you Brenda, Clark and Lindsey. Such a difficult loss for all of you and the grandchildren. I know he will be missed so very much. Glad he is at peace now You are all in our prayers and thoughts. With Love , Jeff and Andrea Sutton.
Rodney Herndon
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Blessed to have a friend like Dickie we hunted and fished most of Arkansas, watched his catch a 3plus lb. Crappie on the Ar. River one time. Have missed his company this past year and will for the future.
Rodney
Debbie Herndy
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Brenda and famiy
I will always remember Richard with a big smile. He was always teasing and picking. We will miss him greatly but always remember our dear friend
Love to you all
Debbie