Billy Ray Alder
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Roller-Ballard Funeral Home
306 S. Main
Benton, AR  72015
Friday, November 21, 2014
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Service Schedule
Roller-Ballard Funeral Home Chapel
306 S. Main
Benton, AR  72015
Friday, November 21, 2014
1:00 p.m.
Cemetery
New Rosemont Memorial Park
1010 Military
Benton, AR  72015
Billy Ray AlderI am a Veteran.

of Benton, AR

March 31, 1928 - November 17, 2014

Billy Ray Alder, 86, of Benton died Monday, November 17, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born March 31, 1928 in Benton to the late Roy Thomas Alder and Ethel Sarah Alder. He served in the U. S. Army as a private technician from 1946-1948 and later retired from Reynolds Metals. Mr. Alder was a member of First Baptist Church in Benton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of fifty years, Evelyn.

Survivors include a sister, Patsy Smith, of Benton, AR; a daughter, Debbie Arnold (Joe), of Little Rock, AR; two sons, Randy Alder (Gena), of Van Buren, AR and Terry Alder (Cheryl) of Longview, TX; six grandchildren, Blair Arnold of Little Rock, AR, Andrea Joyce of Mountain Home, AR, Mark Alder of Fort Smith, AR, Shawn Alder of Canton, TX, Tera Clark of Longview, TX, and Jennifer Hubble of McGregor, TX; eleven great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 21, 2014 in the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047) with Dr. Rick Grant officiating. Interment will follow in New Rosemont Memorial Park in Benton.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. immediately prior to the funeral on Friday, November 21st at the funeral home.

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20 Condolence(s)
Michael McGhee, MD
benton, AR
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Monday, November 24, 2014

Very pleasant and wonderful man

Pat Reynolds
Shawnee, KS
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Friday, November 21, 2014

My heart goes out to you and your family.

Sally Russell
Searcy, AR
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Friday, November 21, 2014

Debbie and Joe and Blair, Even though I never met your dad, I knew he was a good man just from hearing about him from you. You talked so often and with a smile that I just knew he was a dad like my own, the good kind! All of us here in the office are thinking about you and praying for you and your entire family. Love ya!

James Johnson
Alexander, AR
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Friday, November 21, 2014

Billy will be missed and the family is in our prayers. God is good and will give the family peace in knowing Billy is with the Lord. Love ya.

Mike Hughes
Sherwood, AR
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Friday, November 21, 2014

Debbie, so very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. May God grant him passage to the great reward of the saved and may He grant you peace in knowing your dad is with Him.

Suewonna Robbins
Benton,
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Thursday, November 20, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss. I loved Billy and loved seeing him every month when he came to get his haircut. He was such a sweet and kind man and reminded me so much of my dad, whom shares the same name. I will miss him. Praying for all the family.

Dean McDowell
Longview, TX
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Thursday, November 20, 2014

Cheryl and Terry,
All of the S&B Engineering office in Longview are keeping botho of you and your family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. You have shared so many memories that you both have made with Pawpaw and they will bring joy for years to come. Be safe on your return home.

Dwight and Theresa Hyde
Overland Park, KS
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Thursday, November 20, 2014

So sorry for your loss.

Michelle Broadway
Benton, AR
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Thursday, November 20, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Mozell Johnson
Longview, TX
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Know that God is with you and your family during your time of bereavement. Asking God for continued blessings and strength is my prayer.

Marilyn Williams
Longview, TX
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Terry & Cheryl: I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

Danny, Elizabeth and Calleigh King
Liberty City, TX
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Terry, Cheryl and Family,

You all are in our prayers and thoughts. If we can do anything, please do not hesitate to call on us. Many blessings to you.

Elizabeth, Danny and Calleigh

Ben Brigman
Bryant, AR
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

He will certainly be missed. Such a real nice person and loved everyone.

Kay Procop
Benton, AR
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Mr. Alder was such a sweet and sincere man! I am honored to have been part of his care team here at Mt. Carmel. He will be truly missed!

Kay Procop, CNA @ Mt. Carmel

Jimmy McClelland
Gilmer, TX
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

May the Lord be with you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.

Brian Scott
traskwood, AR
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

sorry to hear about your father brian

Karol Horton-Gibson
Longview, TX
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May you find peace and comfort from the many prayers that will be lifting you up in your time of sorrow.

Eric Skoog
Longview, TX
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Terry and Cheryl, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dave Richardson
Longview, TX
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Terry and family - May God surround his loving arms around each of you. May he give each of you comfort and peace knowing that you will all be together again someday. God will carry you thru the days ahead - trust in him. You are all in my prayers.

Dave Richardson
Materilas Handling
Eastman Chemical Co.

Danny Coffman
Maumelle, AR
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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

My prayers are with you and your family at this time. If I can do anything please let me know..