of Bono, AR

October 26, 1928 - May 23, 2025

Loyal ''Buddy'' Ervin Bratten, age 96, of Bono, AR passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 26, 1928 in Clover Bend, AR to John William and Serah Artencie (Helms) Bratten. He joined the United States Army in 1951 and served during the Korean Conflict. As a civilian, he was self-employed in the upholstery business before retiring. He was a member of the Bono Church of Christ. Buddy was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a grandson, Xander Bratten and a sister, Lou Alice Johnson.

Left to cherish the memory of Buddy are his devoted wife, Ruby Jean; sons, Stefan (Angela) Bratten and Nathan (Michelle Groves) Bratten; daughter, Sandra Lou (Drew) Albrecht; grandchildren, Jerabeth, Serena, Nicholas, Robert, Stacie, Jason and William; 9 great grandchildren and countless other friends and loved ones.

Services will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025 beginning at 2pm at the Bono Church of Christ with Richard Akins officiating. Burial will follow at Gracelawn Cemetery in Tuckerman.

A visitation will precede the service beginning at 1pm.

Arrangements are under the care of Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR  72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com