of Harrison, AR
July 20, 1942 - September 26, 2015
Bobby Joe Brisco, age 73, of Harrison, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2015, at the Hospice of the Hills Hospice House, surrounded by his wife, children, and extended family. Bobby was born July 20, 1942, at Compton, Arkansas, the son of Herb and Bessie (Sims) Brisco. He was preceded in death by his father, Herb Brisco; his sister, Christine Miller; and his niece, Cathy Smith.
When Bobby was young, his family moved to the Dalles, Oregon, then back to Compton, Arkansas, where he attended school at Compton and Harrison. He graduated from Harrison High School in 1961. After graduating, he worked the timber; hauled milk; and in 1968 started with the Arkansas State Highway Department, where he worked until he retired after 35 years of service. After retirement, Bobby farmed and hauled materials for Brisco Woodworking. He was a loyal, hard working man with strong values and beliefs. He dearly loved to hunt and fish alone and with family and friends. He was especially pleased to pass these loves on to his children and grandchildren.
Bobby loved the western states taking multiple trips with friends. A trip to Alaska with friends and his family was an especially memorable vacation. He also loved to read, with his favorite book being The Odyssy, work puzzle books, never going anywhere without one, watching the RFD channel and going to casinos with friends. But most of all, he loved his wife and his family, taking great pride and pleasure in his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Bobby is survived by his wife of 53 years, Anne (Rapes) Brisco; his mother, Bessie Brisco, of Harrison; his son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Kelly Brisco, of Harrison; and his daughters and sons-in-law, JoAnne and Bill Rowland of Harrison and Carol and Bobby Bartz of Fayetteville, Arkansas.
He is also survived by his grandchildren and their spouses, Casey Davidson of Harrison, Ben and Danielle Brisco of Augusta, Georgia, Ty and Kandi Rowland of Harrison, Stuart Brisco and his fiance' Terri of Branson, Missouri, and Reed and Olivia Bartz of Fayetteville, Arkansas; his great-grandchildren, Jack and Kate Davidson of Harrison and Amelia Brisco of Augusta, Georgia; his sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ellen and Gary Gregory of Berryville, Arkansas; his brother-in-law and his wife, Bill and Donna Rapes of Pittsford, Michigan; his sister-in-law and her husband, Sue and Roger Gregory, of Cassville, Missouri; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Visitation was Monday, September 28, 2015, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.
Funeral service was Tuesday, September 29, 2015, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home, with Rev. Mark Donald and Rick Brisco officiating.
Interment was in Plumlee Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ben Brisco, Ty Rowland, Stuart Brisco, Reed Bartz, Bill Rowland and Bobby Bartz.
Honorary Pallbearers were Gary Gregory, Stanley Henderson, Freddie Ficht, Curtis Ficht, Willard Villines and Jerry Carter.
Memorial may be made to Hospice of the Hills Hospice House or Plumlee Cemetery Care, HC 33 - Box 104, Compton, AR 72624.
Anne, so sorry to hear about Bobby. Thinking of you. God Bless.
Dearest Anne,
I talked with Debbie Elliott last night & she shared with me that Bobby had passed away. We had a PHNAA meeting today & shared the sad news with members. Our prayers & love go out to you & family. Bobby was truly blessed to have you in his life for 53 yrs.
Warmest regards, Pat Purifoy (friend & colleague)
Ann, so sorry for your loss. I will be remembering you in thought and prayer.
Jean Duck
IHS Specialist
AR Dept of Health
Anne,
So sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Ruth Peters, Night'n Gales
Our condolences.
Dear Anne and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
Anne:
I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. Bobby and I were classmates at Harrison High School and graduated together in 1961. He was a very close friend.
So sorry for your great loss, prayers for you Anne and all your family.
Praying for all of the family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Paulette Jech
Anne, my prayers are with you and all your family at this time of loss. May you find comfort in the fact that Bobby is at peace and free from the pain he was suffering. May the love of all your church family and especially the love of God sustain you at this difficult time. Your sister in Christ, Karen Reynolds
Prayers to the family....