of Russellville, AR
January 31, 1938 - September 16, 2022
Marion F. Minor died September 16, 2022 at home in Russellville. He was born January 31, 1938 to Marion Leslie Minor and Sylvia OC (Cotton) Minor near England, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Willard Minor.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Anita Gail (McKim) Minor; son, Todd Minor (Susan); daughter, Tina Guerieri; son, Terry Minor (Bobbie); daughter, Teresa Minor; sister, Sylvia Adams Kraft (David); 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Marion was a kind, joyful man who had an infectious smile and laugh.
He began work at the Corps of Engineers in blueprint production in 1958. He worked on all phases of construction on the river, surveying, channel rectification, concrete placement inspector and construction of the Murray and David D. Terry Locks & Dams. As completion of the first six locks and dams approached, he transferred into operations as L&D operator, then Lockmaster at Murray L&D. He was promoted to Superintendent of Locks & Dams and placed in charge of the six locks and dams from Ft. Smith to Little Rock. He remained in this position until he retired and spent his retirement playing golf, hunting, fishing and "riding" the forest service roads. He was a family man - God and family came first. He attended Point Remove Primitive Baptist Church, 510 N Knoxville, Russellville, Elder Gary Harvey, Pastor.
A graveside service will be held at 1pm Monday, September 19, 2022 at Quattlebaum Cemetery near Clinton, AR under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Pastor Gary Harvey will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Arkansas Alzheimer's Association, 201 Markham Center Dr., Little Rock, AR 72205 or Arkansas Hospice Foundation, 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, AR 72116.
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11 Condolence(s)
Peggy Paulsen
Friday, September 23, 2022
My deep condolence to Marion's family. A fine man and a consummate, knowledgeable professional. I worked with him as the safety & health rep from the district ofc. He was always respectful and kind.
May our God of mercy provide ample to Marion's family.
Rick Reynolds
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
To the Minor family. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Miles Johnson
Monday, September 19, 2022
My condolences to the family. Marion was well respected among the Corps of Engineers staff as lock Superintendent for the upper river locks - it was a huge responsibility which managed well.
Vicki Johnson
Monday, September 19, 2022
Anita, Teresa, Terry, and all other family members you have my and Kenneth’s sympathy in the death of Marion.😇
ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ» Praise God his mind is clear, he can hear, and he has received his home in Heaven! Marion was a super nice person, friend, and co-worker and I’m blessed to have known him in all three categories!
David & Jaynie Clark
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Teresa, we are sorry about your dad’s passing. Prayers for you and your family. â¤ï¸
Marion Leslie Minor Perkins
Sunday, September 18, 2022
I only met him once, that I can remember, but I was impressed with what a genuinely nice person he really was. I have always joked about being named after my uncle, Marion’s father.
The country just lost a man of integrity. I pray that God will comfort you in the days and weeks ahead.
Natalie Canerday
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Teresa Minor is a dear, kind, funny friend who I love like a sister. She has Always been there for me and my late Gray Haired Mother. I will be there for you, too, "Binky." I'm thinking of you, your sweet Mama, Todd, and the rest of the family, and hope all of you find some peace.
Richard and Karen Kraft
Sunday, September 18, 2022
We were sorry to see the notice of your brother's death. Deepest sympathy to you and your family. We love you.
Marilyn Andrews
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Sylvia, sorry for your loss. I know how much Marion and Anita mean to you. Peace and comfort for the next chapter of your life without your big brother.
Mary clago
Sunday, September 18, 2022
So sorry for your loss wish i could be there but i am very sick prayers go out to the family
Sylvia Adams
Saturday, September 17, 2022
He was the best brother you could have. He was a good God fearing family man. He was a great brother and a great friend. He was a wonderful son to his Mother and Dad. He loved the Anita who I call my sister so much- just shy of 65 years of marriage and a wonderful life. May God Bless all of us that are left behind.