of North Little Rock, AR

August 14, 1939 - September 14, 2022

Donald "Don" Elmer Etchison, 83, of North Little Rock, passed away unexpectedly on September 14, 2022.

Don was a long-time grocery store manager before opening his own store, Don and Ruby's Market in NLR.

In his spare time, he loved being outdoors fishing, camping, boating and spending time with his family.

He was a trivia expert as evidenced by his correct responses on Jeopardy. He often responded accurately before the contestants did. He was a silver screen film buff as well.

Donald loved the Lord and was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by a son, Donald Darren Etchison of North Little Rock; two daughters, Shanda L. Fortson (Johnny) and Wendy K. Etchison of North Little Rock; two grandchildren, Justin L. Fortson and Kerri L. Fortson; two great grandchildren, Wyatt L. Fortson and Avery E. Fortson; one brother, Ronald Eugene "Gene" Etchison of Owasso, OK and the extended Fortson family who were so wonderful to Donald.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Blanche Shaw Etchison.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 20, at 11:00 AM at Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock. A visitation will be held one hour prior to services at 10:00 AM. A graveside service will follow at Cadron Valley Cemetery in Greenbrier.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Donald's honor.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Owens Funeral Home
5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
North Little Rock, AR  72116
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com