of Conway,
August 29, 2014
Ralph L. Mack, Jr., passed away from this life, August 29, 2014 in Conway, AR. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his wife of 55 years, Janis Mack, sons, David W. Mack (Mary) of Conway and Rev. Roy G. Mack (April) of Warren, Ohio, granddaughters, Alison Mack Grooms (Josh), Ashle Mack Potter (Zack), Amelia Mack, Alivia Mack, and Angie Harness. Grandsons, Kaleb Mack (Kristina), Donnie Gilliam, and nine great-grandchildren.
Ralph was born June 29, 1939 in Lemon, SD to the late Ralph Leroy Mack, Sr. and Zoe B. Armstrong Mack. Ralph was preceded in death in addition to his parents by his sister, Claudia Hancock.
In addition to several business ventures, including Mack Realty, Ralph co-owned with wife Janis, Pickles Gap Village, which they've owned since 1985. Ralph was a graduate of Greenbrier High School, Greenbrier, Arkansas. He was a member of the Arkansas National Guard and is of the Baptist Faith. Ralph was an avid fisherman and hunter, knife maker and collector, and enjoyed taking care of the flowers at Pickles Gap Village. He was an excellent chef, who enjoyed cooking at Pickles Gap Village and family gatherings. Ralph loved spending time with friends and family, especially with his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
In addition to his wife and sons, Ralph leaves behind sisters, Lavonne Patterson of North Little Rock, Sharon Dillard of Nashville, TN, and Valerie LaGrone (George) of Cabot, AR, and one brother, Larry Mack (Jackie) of Cherokee Village, AR.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday September 3, 2014 with a Memorial Celebration of Ralph's life to follow at Bethlehem Baptist Church, with Rev. Roy G. Mack officiating.
Honorary pallbearers are Terry Howard, Junior Cliff, Shane Dunn, David Pyron, J.T. Phillips, Jerry Humbrecht, Melvin Standridge, Gary Harrington, Dennis Havner, Joel Bradford, and Mike Nevens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethlehem Cemetery Association: Bethlehem Baptist Church, 505 Hwy 225 W, Greenbrier, Arkansas 72058.
Janice and family, I was so sorry to hear about the death of Mr. Mack. My love and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. May you find strength in being reassured that he is at peace in his eternity.
RALPH WAS ONE OF THE FINEST FRIENDS WE HAVE EVER KNOWN. WE WILL MISS HIM. WE LOVE YOU ALL. THE SARGENT FAMILY
Janis,Roy,and David, so sorry for your loss. Ralph was always such a kind hearted man.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
God Bless you,
Alton,Angie, Dustin, Kaylynn
We are so glad to have known Ralph.
Please accept our condolences.
David,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark Stiefvater
So sorry for lost. Prayers for the Family and loved ones always.
Janis, we were so saddened to hear about Ralph. We are out of state or we would be with you for the funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. God Bless you all.
Janis and Family, Sorry to hear of Ralph's passing and sending my prayers and condolences for all. I will always remember his cooking expertise and the atmosphere of Pickles Gap. I'm happy that I got to meet and become acquainted with both of you. May the LORD be as close as a whisper during this terrible time of loss and bereavement. Sheila Connors
janis, you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. May God Bless you all and comfort you at this time. Bonita
We wish for you to know you're all in our prayers.
Lean heavy on the Love of Christ. He is there to carry us through the times when we are weak. No matter what we are facing. Your God is there to restore you in peace and hope for the future. We Love you all !!
Our deepest thoughts, prayers, and sympathies are with the Mack Family! We pray God's peace and comfort on y'all!!!
Dear Janis, Your heart must be broken over the loss of Ralph. We truly cannot imagine the magnitude of the sadness you must be feeling. We love you and pray God's loving arms are comforting you.
Janis, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember how patient Mack was while waiting for you to finish your tourism meetings.
We will miss Ralph very much we always enjoyed visiting with him and admiring what a hard working man he was. Watering the flowers early in the morning, cooking all morning, mowing in the afternoon then doing chores at home. Many people will miss him. Prayers for the entire family and hugs.....
Janice and family, I heard about the family loss and wanted to send you my thoughts of sadness and prayers for all.
Bless you in these busy times
Tim
Janis and family, I am so sorry you have lost Ralph. Praying for you all.
The Mack Family
Sorry to hear about Ralph. Will be Praying for the Family during this time. Ralph was a Great Guy and a Good Friend. Will Miss Him.
In Christ Vernon
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
RALPH WAS A VERY NICE PERSON,SURE GONNA MISS HIM.
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF Ralph PASSING AWAY
HE WAS A NICE PERSON AND ALWAYS HAD A SMILE..
So sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and a very dear friend. Really enjoyed and cherish the time We were given to spend with him. May Gods love fill the empty place in all your hearts. He will surely be missed by everyone who knew him. J.T & Marie
Janis I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for you and family. Love you
May The Lord comfort you during this time
Janis, I am so sorry for your loss, you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless each of you.
David-
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your father was always kind to me and if I can of anything please let me know.
Your friend-
Chris
Janis we are very sorry to hear of ur loss You and Ralph were always special to us. I imagine Ralph will be taking over the kitchen upstairs god bless him and your family
Dave f
We love your family and are praying for you.
David,
So very sorry to hear about your dad passing.
You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Mike
I'll miss Ralph, he always had a smile for you.
Janis, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We pray for peace and comfort for you and your family.
Janis,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Mack. You and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to hear about Mr.Mack .We both had a lot of respect for him.Everyone will miss him !
Janis, I am so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing and I know you are going to miss him so much but he has gone on to be with our Lord and leaves so many memories behind for you and the rest of the family.until the day comes that you will join him. I will be praying for you and all the family. May God be with you all and give you peace and comfort. Thinking of you, my friend.
Sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. Praying for your family.
May the comfort of our loving Lord be yours during these days of sorrow.
Ms. Janice, Bro. Roy, & David,
Were so sorry for your loss, we know he is really going to be missed by you all. We were very blessed and thankful to have known such a great man. Your all in our prayers,
Love you, Mark, Debbie and Steven Stanton
Dear Janis, We were saddened to hear about the death of Ralph. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers. We pray that the Almighty will give you extra strength during this difficult time. Love, Mel & Mary Jennings
Ralph was a solid hardworking family man who loved The Lord and his family. We are all poorer with his passing, but Heaven is richer today!
Blessings to all the Mack family, near and far. His granddaughters really loved him.
I know Janis especially needs our prayers at this time.
Praying for the peace of Jerusalem!
May The Lord hold all of you just a little closer today.
David & Family,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. You're in our thoughts & prayers!