of Flippin, AR

October 13, 1939 - September 12, 2025

Burness ''Nubbin'' Stoner, 85, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by one sister, Gussie McCracken of West Plains, Missouri and his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.

Burness was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Willie Hicks Stoner and one sister, Mary Treat.

Born on October 13, 1939, Nubbin lived a life marked by faith, hard work and devotion to his family, community and country. He was a proud father to Michael (Anita) Stoner, Michelle (Jack) Curtis and David (Lisa) Stoner. He was the cherished grandfather of Kelvin (Tricia) Stoner, Kylee (Brad) Beard, Shawn (Montana) Curtis, Kleighton (Courtney) Stoner, Travis (Alexa) Stoner, Clifford Dale Curtis, Lynsie (William) Treat and McKane Alexander Curtis.

He served faithfully as a deacon and Sunday School leader at church and gave generously of his time as a school board member and booster club supporter. He worked as a contractor and owned Nubbin's Fishing Guide Service. Later, he and Joann opened up and ran Nubbin's Restaurant here in Flippin. He finally ended his working career by retiring from Ranger Boats and spending many days on the lake fishing and hunting in the woods. Above all, Nubbin was a strong Christian man who lived out his faith daily. He was loving, caring, giving, compassionate and humble, a true example to all who knew him. His life was a testament to faith, family and service and he will be deeply missed
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His legacy continues through his 13 great-grandchildren. Nubbin was a man of many talents and passions. He loved hunting, fishing and cheering on his favorite sports teams, but his greatest joy came from spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM on Wednesday, Sept. 17th at the Roller Burns Chapel, 725 N. Panther Ave., Yellville, AR. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Thursday, Sept. 18th at First Baptist Church, 721 Alford St, Flippin, AR. Interment will follow at Flippin Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Kelvin Stoner, Kleighton Stoner, Brad Beard, Shawn Curtis, Dale Curtis, McKane Curtis, Travis Stoner, William Treat. Honorary Pallbearers: Jack Curts, Lowell Hall, Greg Hopper, Bud Leininger, Mickey Griffin, Max Wilkins, Kelley Hurst, John Massey.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of the Ozarks, 811 Burnett Drive, Mountain Home, AR 72653

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Burns Funeral Home
725 North Panther Ave.
Yellville, AR  72687
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com