of West Helena, AR
July 18, 1937 - October 21, 2024
Almus ''Bubba'' Laxson, Jr., age 87, passed away Monday, October 21,2024 at his home in West Helena, Arkansas. He was born in Monticello, Arkansas on Sunday, July 18, 1937 to the late Almus G. Laxson, Sr. and Ida Laxson.
He owned and operated Richmond Hill Conoco and AG Laxson and Dem Construction Company for many years. Bubba served in the Arkansas National Guard for six years and was a member of The True Gospel Church in West Helena. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and water skiing. Most of all, Bubba enjoyed spending time with his friends and family and listening to country music.
Almus is preceded in death by his parents, Almus G. Laxson, Sr. and Ida Laxson; brothers, Winfred Barker and Eugene Laxson and sisters, Betty ''Bib'' Snyder and Frances Leggett.
He is survived by his loving wife of forty-eight years, Betty Laxson; sons, Kenny Laxson (Staci) of Lexa, Arkansas and James Laxson (Jennifer) of Augusta, Wisconsin; five grandchildren, Alyssa Goodell, Caylee Laxson, Kyle Laxson, Jack Laxson and Kenny Laxson, Jr.; one great grandchild, Levi Kelly; sister, Joyce Centenio of West Helena; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Honorary pallbearers will be Ronnie Green, John Taylor, Mike Cantwell, Neylon Pilkington and Bobby Brown.
A graveside service for Almus ''Bubba'' Laxson will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 25, 2024 at Sunset Memorial Gardens in West Helena, Arkansas. Brothers, Kenny Laxson and James Laxson will officiate. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhome.com/westhelena.
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14 Condolence(s)
Robert L Snyder
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
May you rest in peace Uncle Bubba give momma a hug for me
James Dunlap
Monday, October 28, 2024
So sorry for y’all’s loss Aunt Betty. Love Y’all prayers for family and friends. He was a good man. I remember when you two got together back years ago. He will be missed. Love you Aunt Betty
Scotty & Donna. Henson
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Praying for the family. Bubba was a great man.
Cheryl Centenio
Friday, October 25, 2024
Uncle Bubba was a very kind gentleman and he will be missed.
Condolences sent to his family in the time of their grief.
JudieRose akin
Friday, October 25, 2024
Knowing Bubba for Many years,, what a wonderful Man of God , as he served Jesus Christ! Sending Condolences to Betty & Family ! He will Be Missed!! Rest Well!! Always in the Presences of our Lord & Savior !!
Daniel and Wanda Henson
Friday, October 25, 2024
Betty and family
Praying for all of you during this difficult time.......so sorry for your loss
Robert and Joyce Davis
Friday, October 25, 2024
Rest in Pease Bubba, rest in peace.
Jeanette Reynolds
Thursday, October 24, 2024
A wonderful brother in law who will be missed so much. My prayers for everyone.
Michael lawson
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Shirley Savage Harris
Thursday, October 24, 2024
So sorry to hear about the passing of Bubba. Will be thinking and praying for Betty and the family.
Mary & Kennel Garrison
Thursday, October 24, 2024
So sorry for the loss of y’all’s love one.He will dearly missed.
Valerie Wilkinson McMickle
Thursday, October 24, 2024
So sorry to hear about Mr. Bubba. My thoughts are with you Mrs. Betty and the boys. Sending prayers
Sybil Beasley
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Betty and Family, I’m so very sorry to learn of Bubba’s passing! May you find peace,comfort,strength in the loving arms of our Lord as you go through these difficult times! Love and prayers for you during this time!
Sybil Beasley
Wanda Smith
Thursday, October 24, 2024
We are so very sorry to hear about Bubba’s passing. We will pray for Betty and her precious Family for strength, peace, and comfort during this very difficult time. We have know them for so many years that I can’t even remember not knowing them. Bubba was the finest man that a person could ever meet and it was a joy to know such a good man. May he rest in peace in his new heavenly home. God blessings to you Betty and your sweet Family.