of Little Rock, AR
April 26, 1950 - February 7, 2021
Richard L. (Dick) Cisne passed away, February 7, 2021. He was born April 26, 1950 to William B and Doris L. Parker Cisne in Conway, Arkansas. Dick graduated from Conway High School in 1968 and from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in 1972 with a BSBA degree in accounting.
He joined the Arkansas practice of Russell Brown & Company in 1972 which later merged with Arthur Young & Company in 1982. He was a tax partner in the Little Rock office until September 1987, when he left along with Johnny Hudson and Roxy Keeling-Culp to establish their own firm - Hudson, Cisne Keeling-Culp & Co LLP, which has grown to be the 5th largest CPA firm in Arkansas and employs about 40 professionals. While with Arthur Young & Company, Dick served as their National Cooperative Industry Coordinator and became very active in the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives and its LTA Subcommittee. He served many years as chairman of the National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives' Tax Committee and has made several presentations at NSAC national meetings.
Dick is a past president of the Mississippi Valley Chapter of NSAC and for the past several years has served as Chairman of the NCFCs LTA Subcommittee on Financial Reporting of Agricultural Cooperatives. He was a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Arkansas Society of Certified Public Accountants.
In addition, Dick was a Rotarian with the Downtown Rotary Club where he received the Paul Harris Fellow Award. Dick spent many years serving as a board member and treasurer of the Little Rock Boys and Girls Club Foundation as well as a director of the Central Arkansas Boys and Girls Club. He was also on the board of Bank of the Ozarks and one of the founding directors of the Arkansas State Police Foundation where he also served as President during the early years of operation.
Dick is survived by his sons, Jay Gentry and Derek Cisne; his life partner, Barbara Hays; brother, William Cisne and wife Glenda; sister, Janice Kendall; his 3 grandchildren, Madeline Gentry, Logan Cisne, and Gavin Gentry and 2 daughter-in-law's, Courtney Cisne and Dr. Rhonda Gentry. He is preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl and his parents, William and Doris Cisne, and brother Sam Miller.
Graveside service will 1:00p.m., Saturday, February 13, 2021, at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be 3:00-7:00p.m., Friday, February 12, 2021, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Arkansas State Police Foundation, 5702 Dreher Lane, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 or Little Rock Boys and Girls Club Foundation, 425 West Capital #480, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 50 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering. The family will have a celebration of life party for Dick at a later date.
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76 Condolence(s)
LAKEISHA BARNUM
Monday, April 5, 2021
I'm sorry for your loss. He was alway good to me and my son. I took care of Cheryl.
Bruce Joyner
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Dick was a great friend, classmate and teammate. He will be missed but never forgotten. RIP
Jacquelyn Starkey Yarbrough
Sunday, February 21, 2021
So very sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. Prayers of peace for your family during this very difficult time. He was always so good at keeping in touch with me ever since my dad passed away almost 27 years ago. I know the two of them are having a big time up there catching up!
Janis Lamey young
Friday, February 19, 2021
Sorry for your loss. Dick was a great guy. He was a dear friend.
Rita Mitchell
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Dearest Cisne Family,
What a class act and example of Service Above Self!
And- that warm, joyous, boyish smile!
May the Lord bless and keep you all,
and welcome Dick in His arms,
Rita
joe and carla farmer
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
we are so sorry for your your loss. we will miss that smile joe and carla farmer
Mary Ann Campbell
Monday, February 15, 2021
Dick was bright, well organized, and a giver. Guy enjoyed working with him on The Cheater's Golf Tournaments for more than 20 years. They also worked together on the Arkansas State Police Foundation Board. Dick was a visionary and a gentleman,
I was thrilled when Dick and Barbara found each other after taking such good care of their respective spouses during their illnesses. My heart goes out to you, Barbara, as you cope with a 2nd deep loss in a very short time. May God grant you peace as you grieve.
Richard Robinson
Monday, February 15, 2021
Such sad news. Dick Cisne was a class act all the way. One of the good ones. He contributed much to the betterment of Arkansas.
Kay Bell
Sunday, February 14, 2021
RIP, Dick. It's been a long time since we worked together at Arthur Young. Prayers for the family.
Joyce and Ron Harb
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Uncle Dick we loved you and we will miss you. God bless. May your memory be eternal.
Paisley Sowell
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Our hearts our heavy. We will miss seeing Dick in the fitness center. He was so committed! Praying for you all.
Jim Hill
Friday, February 12, 2021
Very sad to learn about Dick’s passing. He was a good friend and I enjoyed his company. He will be missed.
Tom Prince
Friday, February 12, 2021
I have had the honor of knowing Dick for 40+ years. We were rookies together at the start of our respective careers. His smile and nickname for me will always be a memory. My prayers for peace and understanding will make their way for his family. Rest In Peace, friend.
Tricia Bradford
Friday, February 12, 2021
Jay, Derek & family,
Dick was one of the finest men I ever had the privilege to have known. He loved his family and his devotion to Shelby was amazing to witness. He leaves behind quite a legacy and will be deeply missed by all. Take care of each other.
Marvin Itzkowitz
Friday, February 12, 2021
Sorry for your loss, Dick was a true gentleman.
lanny doc noggle
Friday, February 12, 2021
just a really good guy. lanny doc
Jim and Sue Evans
Friday, February 12, 2021
Wishing you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Or deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Jim and Sue Evans
Pat Blackmon
Friday, February 12, 2021
So sorry for your loss. We will all miss Dick, but now he is healthy and at peace.
Benson Cashion; The Cashion Company
Friday, February 12, 2021
ASPF will miss one of it original leaders. And the construction industry lost a good man!
Kathy F. French
Friday, February 12, 2021
Mr. Rogers wrote " The thing I remember best about successful people I've met all through the years is their obvious delight in what they were doing..." That quote sums up Dick. He loved his family, his friends, and he love golf. He was a dear friend to me and my family. I was lucky to know him!
Lisa Love
Friday, February 12, 2021
Derek & Jay, my heart goes out to you and your family during this time of sorrow. I will always treasure the 13 years of Dick’s mentoring guidance in my career and our resulting friendship. He was a man among men, truly a kind and generous soul who was liked by all and loved by so many. May God bless you and provide you comfort!
John and Becky Frederick
Friday, February 12, 2021
What to say about Uncle Dick, there’s not enough room. May you shoot in the 70s from now on. We loved him and will miss him.
Randy & Marilyn Irwin
Friday, February 12, 2021
We are bereft. Dick and Cheryl have been our friends since Jay and Alex were friends at PA.
Two of the finest people we have had the blessing to know and love and we will miss the friendship.
May angels surround Dick and welcome him in peace.
Brooke Horvath
Friday, February 12, 2021
Dick was one of the most genuine man I've ever met. He was a great teacher. Although by the time I started at the firm he was winding down for retirement, I'll never forget the times we worked together. He will be greatly missed.
Colonel Bill Bryant - Arkansas State Police
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Dick was one of the founding directors of the Arkansas State Police Foundation. Dick was a huge supporter of the troopers of the Arkansas State Police. On behalf of the men and women of the Arkansas State Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the Cisne family during this difficult time.
Sidney Connell
Thursday, February 11, 2021
I was sad to hear of his passing. I have good memories of a good guy.
Lisa Love
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Derek & Jay, my heart goes out to you and your family during this time of sorrow. I will always treasure the 13 years of Dick’s mentoring guidance in my career and our resulting friendship. He was a man among men, truly a kind and generous soul who was liked by all and loved by so many. May God bless you and provide you comfort!
Charlotte Camp Phillips
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Prayers for the Cisne family. I was a classmate of Dick's from the class of 1968. Rest in peace my friend!
Grahl and Charlotte Camp Phillips
Jack Christie
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Dick was a real character not your stereotypical accountant - I’m sure he has already shown St. Peter how to do a 4 column reconciliation
Vicki Smith
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Dick left an imprint on everything he touched. A truly great man, a gentle giant loved by all and will be missed by all.
Kathryne Baker
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Sending condolences to the family of Dick Cisne. He was truly a kind and gentle soul. Will never forget watching the movie “Blazing Saddles†at his home on Thanksgiving with a loud and rowdy group of close friends. Dick will be greatly missed.
Corey Moline
Thursday, February 11, 2021
My heart goes out to Dick's family at this time of sorrow. May God bless you and provide you comfort! I will always be grateful for the years of mentoring he provided me. He always had time for a question and was a fierce advocate for his family, friends, and clients.
Judy and Jim Irwin
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Dick was a fine man and a great friend. We send our prayers and deepest sympathy.
JaneAnn Bilon
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Bill and Glenda,
Larry and I send our condolences and prayers for healing.
Frank ie Kinard
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Rest in Peace ole Friend
Don Colaianni
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Sorry for you loss. Dick and I have been friends a time. He will certainly be missed.
Rosemary Wilson Wall
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Dick was a mentor to me beginning in 1980 as I started my medical administration career. He was so kind and respectful of me, helping me with any situation I didn’t understand and over many years encouraging me in any endeavor I took on. He was one of a kind. I know he will be missed by many loved ones, and by all of us that could call him a friend. God bless.
David and Karen Fortenberry
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Dick will surely be missed at the golf course, the men's grill, or sitting down together to do the income tax return. It is still hard to believe he is not with us. I remember when he decided to buy his Bentley convertible he remarked that the speedometer and gas gauge both moved over quickly together, a true Cisne-ism. It is safe to say that everyone loved Dick Cisne. He loved playing golf and always wanted to win, a competitor. His PVCC locker should be retired.
Patty and Dan Snider
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Dick was such a great guy, funny and lovable. We enjoyed getting to be called his friends. He will be sorely missed. May God grant his family comfort during this time of grief.
Jean Scheidemantel
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
I worked for Dick many, many years ago at Russell Brown/ Arthur Young. We lost contact except for the occasional meeting at ASCPA courses. He was the guiding influence for the first six years of my career. A good, but stubborn man with a great sense of humor. He will be missed.
Barbara and Jim Pierce
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Sorry for the loss of a good and kind man. He will be missed by many. May he Rest In Peace
Grayson and Robbi Chambers
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Bill, we’re so sorry for the loss of your brother. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Phil & Annette Herrington
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Dick was a partner then a friend for 40+ years, and he made friends for life. He was whip smart, kind, irreverent, truly wise and wickedly funny. We will miss him greatly. His memory will be a blessing.
Phil & Annette Herrington
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Dick was a partner then a friend for 40+ years, and he made friends for life. He was whip smart, kind, irreverent, truly wise and wickedly funny. We will miss him greatly. His memory will be a blessing.
George Hays
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick was such a kind and gentle soul. He would always greet me with a smile and a positive word. He was a great friend to all that met him. Praying for peace and strength to all who loved him in the coming days.
Margaret Kemp
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick was one of the most kind and honorable men I have known. May he rest in peace. He will be greatly missed. May God bless his family.
Rev Susan Carter Wiggins
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
I'm so sorry to learn about Dick's death. He was such a fine young man in high school and an even finer man as an adult - kind and considerate, wise and witty. May God hold his family gently now as they face these days ahead; may they know God's abiding love, Christ's peace, and the Holy Spirit's strong comfort.
Harold Grubbs
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick was a true professional who always put his clients first. He set a standard in integrity we need more of today. My prayers are with his family and everyone he touched in a personal way.
Tony and Kathy Fakouri
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
A long time friend and truly great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be greatly missed.ðŸ™
Harrell Clendenin
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Saddened by the loss of an old friend going back to our youth. Rest In Peace Dick. May Perpetual Light Shine on Thee.
Patti Simon
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
My heart is broken. We will miss your smile and your calm demeanor. I remember meeting you and Cheryl in Washington, DC and feeling like I already knew you both. Rest In Peace, Dick.
Steve Homeyer
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick was a good man , always had time to listen . I feel blessed to have known him in my life .. Rest in Peace ....
Keith French
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
A Gentleman and Statesman. I am truly blessed to have known him.
RIP.
Brad and Debbie Diner
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
May Dick’s life be a blessing to you, Derek, family and friends.
Jack Bell
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
We have lost a fine man who accomplished much in his too short life. He will be missed.
David and Brenda Stotelmyer
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick was a strong influence in my career with the start at Russell Brown/Arthur Young and I have enjoyed staying in touch with him in business and at Pleasant Valley CC before moving from Central Arkansas. He was one of my favorites and will be missed. Brenda and I will be praying for all of his family and friends in his passing.
Newton Styers
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Never met you sir but did know your daughter in law.
Beth Reynolds
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Jay and family, I am saddened to hear of Dick’s passing. I pray God provides peace, comfort snd strength for each of you. Dick was a fine man, loved his family and will be greatly missed. I’m so sorry for your loss!
Keith Wilson
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
My condolences to Dick's family. I am proud to call him a friend. We played a lot of football back in the day. Both organized and sandlot.
Ed Anthes
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Anyone who new him was a better person for it. He was full of life until the end
Pat Miller
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick was an inspiration and a leader in everything he did for everyone. We had many challenging years working together to help the Boys and Girls Clubs and he was always right in his assessment of the facts. He was a truly genuine and kind person and our community lost a great man.
Steve & Kay Baudier
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
We will miss Dick so much and I know he will be truly missed by so many others. It's hard to let go of someone you have know for 60+ years. He has touched so many lives. He brought laughter, love and life to all of us that he knew and was a beloved member of the Class of 68 in Conway. Keeping family and friends in our prayers and holding on to the knowledge that we will see each other again. God's blessings always.
Arthur McLean
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Greatly enjoyed working with Dick at Russell Brown. This is quite a loss.
George Foster
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
So sorry for your loss. We worked together at Russell Brown & Co. Dick was professional and treated people with respect. He has left a beautiful legacy!
Susan Rogers
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick was a good and honorable man. My condolences to the family.
Terry Fiddler
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Just a good man. The best that can be said of anyone.So many of us have known him since he was little. He came from good people!
Carolyn D George
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
It was my honor to be his employee for 19 years. He was a loyal and treasured friend through my times of great joy and deepest sorrows. My heart is broken.
Royce Brown
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Alex said it best “They don’t come any betterâ€
Prayers to the Cisne family.
Ted Jones
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Every Little Rock Police Officer and every Arkansas State Trooper owes Dick a salute and thank you for caring and spearheading recognition of their outstanding work. Another spirited public service contribution from a fellow Rotarian.
Bob Denman
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick has been on my prayer list daily and I am saddened by his passing but confident in Gods will. Witty, engaging, kind and gracious is how I will remember this fine man. Peace and Grace to you Derrick and to the entire family.
Greg Hartz
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dick Cisne was a mentor to me when I began my work career in public accounting. He never stopped being a mentor and friend to me for the rest of his life. He was always generous with his time and his counsel. I will miss him greatly.
Gary jefferson
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
If you wanted an example for the meaning of true friendship, or being a “great guyâ€, or being a benefit to the entire community, you didn’t need to look any further than Dick. We are so sorry for your loss.
Alan & Donna Henry
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Will miss Dick so much. As kind and caring as any man I’ve ever known. Always had time for a friend, and always had a solution for a problem. Heaven has a new hero and helpmate on board. Be at rest and enjoy your new home in heaven my dear friend. I pray that his friends and family are comforted by knowing he is in the heavenly paradise.
Alex and JoAnn Lieblong
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
We have lost a truly honorable and kind man always thinking of others he will be greatly missed â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»
Kari Sawyer
Monday, February 8, 2021
Sending prayers up for the family and friends of Dick. He was a very special man. I am blessed to have met him through his selfless work with the Arkansas State Police Foundation. 💙💙💙
Pete and Judy Hornibrook
Monday, February 8, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Losing Dick is also a loss to the entire PVCC family. We are sick with sorrow. Our prayers are with you all.