William "Bill" Clyde LaRue

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Swift Funeral Home
2173 S. U.S. Hwy 61
Osceola, AR  72370
Thursday, January 17, 2013
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Service Schedule
Church
Bassett Presbyterian Church
200 Blackwell
Bassett, AR  72303
Friday, January 18, 2013
10:00 AM
Cemetery
Bassett Cemtery
Hwy 61 S.
Bassett, AR  72313
William "Bill" Clyde LaRue

of Bassett, AR

June 23, 1925 - January 15, 2013

William Clyde ''Bill'' LaRue, Jr., 87, of Bassett entered into rest Tuesday, January 15, 2013 in Jonesboro. Born June 23, 1925 in Dyess, Arkansas to the late William Clyde LaRue, Sr. and Mae Belle LaRue, he was the owner and operator of Bassett Garage and a WWII Navy Veteran. He was a member and Elder Emeritus of Bassett Presbyterian Church: installed as deacon in 1961, ruling elder in 1978 and became Elder Emeritus in May 2000, he also served as Building Chairman and Treasurer. Mr. LaRue was elected alderman when Bassett was incorporated in 1966, serving as Alderman and Mayor for a total of 20 years. He was also a former member of Rotary and Arkansas Pioneers and nominated for Who's Who in Arkansas in April 1974. He is survived by his wife of 67 Years: Vivien Berniece Brooks LaRue; two sons: Jerry L. LaRue (Kim) of Flippin and William Wayne LaRue (Julie) of Conway; three daughters: Vivien A McCullough (John) of Conway, Pam Whitecotton (Jerry) of Sierra Vista, AZ and Cindy Gayman (Mark) of Bassett; eleven grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren; two sisters: Mary Jane Nichols of Granite City, IL and Janice Molder of Jonesboro; two brothers: Richard LaRue of Trumann and Jerry David LaRue of Houston, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister: Jo Margaret McClelland and one brother: Oliver Wayne LaRue.

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Doris Cissell Williams
Scranton, AR
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Sunday, January 20, 2013

The family circle just got smaller with the passing of Bill and his sister Jo Margaret; both of whom were wonderful, Christian people. He was met at the river Jordan by a host of loved ones and friends. My condolences to Bernice and his children.

Jamie Ford Brigance
Wilson, AR
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Saturday, January 19, 2013

Mr. LaRue was a great man. To a wonderful family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I know you have many wonderful memories you will always cherish. With my love and sympathy.

Peggy and Mike Kershaw
Conway, AR
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss.

Mabel Bohlman
franklin, TN
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

Deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Mr. Bill. Our family has wonderful memories of him & his kindness in the community. Prayers of strength & peace to your family during this difficult time. Mabel Bohlman, Mrs.Chu You, George, William, Rosie Young, Ansie Mah, Ruby Lucas.

Jackie Bennett McClelland
West Memphis, AR
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

My heart and prayers are with Mr. LaRue's entire family . Most of whom were my friends growing up in Bassett. I never knew a finer man.

Ken (cotton)and Marie Williams
Ash Flat, AR
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this difficult time

Francie Stark
El Mirage, AZ
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

All my love, Francie

Roy Shull
Osceola, AR
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

So sorry about about Mr. Bill , my sincere sympathy. Roy

Kevin & Alison Wish
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

Wayne - I am sorry to hear about your father. We are praying for you and the rest of your family.

Melody Piazza
Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

Wayne, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was always a gentleman. He will be missed.

Wes & Maegan Dyson
Conway, AR
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Thursday, January 17, 2013

Wayne, you and your family are in our thoughts and payers. Sorry for your loss.

Jerry & Madelyn Adams
Conway, AR
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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

We are sorry we can not be with you - condolences and love to Wayne, Julie, Wesley and Will - Jerry & Madelyn