Bruce Alan Downing

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home
411 E Race Avenue
Searcy, AR  72143
Saturday, January 21, 2017
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Service Schedule
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home
411 E. Race
Searcy, AR  72143
Saturday, January 21, 2017
2:00 p.m.
Cemetery
White County Memorial Gardens
3306 E. Park Ave.
Searcy, AR  72143
Memorial Contributions
Arkansas Childrens Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR  72202
I served in the Navy.
Bruce Alan DowningI am a Veteran.

of Cabot, AR

February 19, 1961 - January 18, 2017

Bruce Alan Downing, 55, of Cabot passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2017. He was born February 19, 1961 in Blytheville, Arkansas to the late Ben and Peggy Downing.

He was preceded in death by his brother Michael Downing.

Bruce is survived by 6 children: Rebecca D. Downing of Tulsa, OK, Matthew A. Downing (Audra) of New Mexico, Thomas K. Downing of Stillwater, OK, Melissa Garcia (Mike) of Beebe,. Patrick Clothier, Jr. of Cabot, and Rebecca Martinez of Cabot, 14 grandchildren: Alandra, Isabel, and Lucian Downing, Ismael, Isaac, Katherine, Leonor, Joshua, and Ebodio Garcia, Isiah Clothier, Maria, Dulce, and Javier Martinez and Cash Crafton. 2 brothers: Jimmy Kyle Downing (Theda), and Scott Downing both of Blytheville.

He was a veteran of the United States Navy.

Bruce was a graduate of the ALETA Police Academy in Camden, Arkansas. Upon Completion of the Academy he was employed by the Cabot Police Department where he served for many years. During his tenure with the police department he served as a Patrolman, a Detective, and as a DARE Officer. He also worked closely with the Lonoke Co. Sheriff's Department. He faithfully and tirelessly served his community in duties as a public servant during his time in law enforcement.

Bruce loved being in the outdoors. His hobbies included fishing and camping with his family and friends.

Most of all Bruce loved his family. His kids and grandkids were his life. He was a very devoted father, grandfather, and friend.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday January 21, 2017 at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow the service at White County Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock.

For online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com


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Brenda Folkner cousin
Blytheville,
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Sunday, January 22, 2017

So sorry I could not attend the service
Bruce was a really good guy who has been through so much heartache and Heath problems staring very early in his life
He is no longer in pain may he truly rest now

Matthew A Downing
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Saturday, January 21, 2017

To seeing you again someday

Charley Byrd
Blytheville,
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Thursday, January 19, 2017

Sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers.