Arthur Howard Cole

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72301
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
9:30 Am to 11:00 AM
Service Schedule
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel
201 Pine ST
West Memphis, AR  72301
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
11:00 AM
Cemetery
Crittenden Memorial Park
2206 Highway 64 West
Marion, AR  72364
Arthur Howard Cole

of West Memphis, AR

February 11, 1941 - May 23, 2015

Arthur Howard Cole, 74, of West Memphis, departed this life on May 23, 2015 at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
Mr. Cole was preceded in death by his parents, Iris and Johnnie Cole.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Brenda Joiner Cole, two daughters, Jamie Skelton and her husband Mike of Jonesboro, and Kristi Rice of West Memphis, and a son-in-law Jerry Rice of Marion, three beloved grandchildren, Tyler Skelton of Jonesboro, Austin Cole Rice and Alex Clay Rice of Marion, a sister Beverly Cheek of West Memphis, a niece, Sebree Bird of Marion, and a Uncle Bobby Vinson (Jackie) of Trenton, Texas.
Arthur graduated from Crawfordsville High School and attended the University of Arkansas. He was retired from Arkansas Highway Transportation Department, Engineers Division, after 40 years of service. He was an outstanding player in football and basketball at Crawfordsville School. He enjoyed building projects at home, computer technology, fishing with his good friend, Berleigh Procknaw, cruises but most of all, his three grandsons.
Visitation will be from 9:30 AM till services time at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, Arkansas with burial following at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, Arkansas.
Honorary pallbearers will be members of his Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church; fellow current and retired workers of the local Highway Transportation Department, relatives and special friends, Richard Williford and Berleigh Procknaw.
Services will be conducted by Reverend N. Wayne Clark of Mt. Carmel Methodist Church of Jonesboro and Brother Josh Hall of First Baptist Church. Special music will be provided by Kim Wickes and Wayne Gatley.

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11 Condolence(s)
Dana Griffin and J. D. Stevens
Tampa, FL
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Saturday, June 6, 2015

Brenda, Beverly and all family members,
The loss of Arthur is extremely sad, and he will be missed by so many.
This is a time for gathering all the best of a good life into the pages of memory.........to be held in the heart forever.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers,
"Cookie" and J. D.


Nancy Hollingsworth
Terrell, TX
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Saturday, May 30, 2015

Brenda, Beverly and all family members,
So sorry for your loss. As you know we all thought the world of Arthur. Such a true Southern gentleman.
Prayers offered...
May the Good Lord comfort you....
Luvs & Hugs,
Fondly
Nancy Hollingsworth

John House
West Memphis, AR
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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Just learned of Arthur's death. So sorry for your loss, but we all know he's in a better place. Great person great athlete. Guess the Lord needed a good halfback.

Sid and Dixie Gordon
Cherokee Village, AR
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Monday, May 25, 2015

Brenda and family. So very sorry to hear of your loss. Arthur was a fine person and We know he will be missed by a lot of people. Prayers for you and all the family.

Jim Thomas
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, May 25, 2015

Vaya Con Dios neighbor

Steve & Sandie Steiling
Jonesboro,, AR
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Monday, May 25, 2015

Brenda, Jamie, Kristi and family.. We are so sorry for the loss of Arthur. He was such a great person. We will always remember him as the coach at the girls club coaching the girls that were Kristi's age. JJ thought the world of the whole family and was probably at your house as much as her own home. We will be thinking and praying for you at this time and in the future.

Mary Kelly
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, May 25, 2015

Brenda,
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Arthur. I have fond memories of the two of you as customers at the bank. I know you will miss him. My God grant you peace during this difficult time.
mary kelly

NELL GRISHAM
WEST MEMPHIS, AR
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Sunday, May 24, 2015

Brinda I am so saddened to read the obituart about the loss of your very kind , loving and so well-liked husband's passing... I had wondered why you two were not still coming by my house walking for exercise as you had in past years, and I missed seeing Arthur at WalMart occasionally picking up essentials..May our Savior Jesus Christ comfort you as you put your trust and faith in him to see you thru this worse time in your life..I respected Arthur so much, he definately was a nice, kind gentleman...Since you both loved yout grands so much, maybe you can spent more time with them now, and knowing Arthur would smile down on you and them...Bless you Brenda, I will say a prayer for you and the family...Stop by and talk with me sometime..Be happy to see you...Prayers coming your way..Love you, A Crawfordsville High buddy...

Barbara Spicer
Maryville, TN
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Saturday, May 23, 2015

Brenda, it has been a long time since we've seen you and your family. We are so sorry to hear about your husband. You and your family are in our prayers.

Sharon Swepston Hardin
Crawfordsville, AR
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Saturday, May 23, 2015

Brenda, Jamie, Christi, Beverly, I have many cherished memories Arthur and his wonderful family in Crawfordsville Schools and at the Methodist church. May the Lord Bless you and give you peace. Love. Sharon

Teresa McCain
West Memphis, AR
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Saturday, May 23, 2015

Dear Brenda, Jamie, Kristi, and Family,
I'm so sorry to learn about Arthur, and I pray that God's grace and comfort will see you through this trying time and bring you peace in the days to come. Larry and I will always remember our visits with Arthur and his funny stories and happy smile.
Take care of each other and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you.
Teresa