Lewis "Fred" Hargens

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Lewis "Fred" HargensI am a Veteran.

of Mayflower, AR

May 27, 1932 - January 18, 2022

Lewis ''Fred'' Hargens was born May 27th, 1932 in Omaha, Nebraska to the late William M Hargens and Eugenia Sandel Hargens.

Fred married his beautiful wife, the late Phyllis Kendall Hargens, on July 5th, 1958.

He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. After discharge, he resumed his duties as an electrician for the Union Pacific Railroad. He spent the next 34 years working at the shops in Omaha until they were closed and he relocated to Conway, Arkansas in 1988. He retired from the UP in 2004.

He spent the remainder of his 89 years doting on his son Fred and 4 grandchildren Samantha, Jennifer, William, and Abigail.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents and wife, as well as all of his siblings Mary, Dorothy, Elaine, William ''Bill'', James ''Speedy'', and Margaret.

He is survived by son Fred (Stacey) Hargens, grandson William Hargens, and granddaughters Samantha, Jennifer, and Abigail.

There will be a 1:00pm visitation on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas, immediately followed by funeral services at 2:00PM. Burial will be at a later date at Crestlawn Memorial Park.


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Gary and Doris King
CONWAY, AR
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Friday, January 21, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. May he rest in heavenly peace with the love of his life, Phyllis. Prayers to all who loved Fred, Sr.🙏

Darlene and Pat Burk
Conway, AR
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Friday, January 21, 2022

Fred and Phyllis were very close, special friends of ours. So sorry for the passing of Fred. He was a funny classy man. Loved his sense of humor. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Fred and Phyllis will finally be together again. God bless them.

Ernie &marilyn Born
Mayflower, AR
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Friday, January 21, 2022

We are so sorry for your loss . We loved Fred sr. He was a joy to visit with sending his family our prayers. Rip

Sandy and Rick Henderson
Columbia, MO
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Thursday, January 20, 2022

He was so proud of his family and loved each of you so much. He will be missed.

Dean Williams
CONWAY, AR
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Thursday, January 20, 2022

So Sorry about this, Fred, Stacey and grandkids. He will be missed for sure. I am proud that I was able to have known him. His health dictated his movements but up or down he would smile. My deepest sympathy to his whole family.

Jo Lynn Robinson
Conway, AR
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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Holding the Hargens family in our hearts and prayers. Love you!

Stacy Wilkerson
Mayflower, AR
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Thursday, January 20, 2022

RIP Beepaw! Thank you for your service and sitting for hours telling me all of your Navy and Hockey stories. I enjoyed every one of them. Rest in love !

Larry Writesel
Jacksonville, AR
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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Always a joy every time I got to chat with “Big” Fred. We love you guys!

Cindy Smith
Warren, AR
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Thursday, January 20, 2022

So sorry for yals loss. I didn't know him real well,but when I met him,and the few times I was in his presence..he was a very kind. Enjoyed them grandkids! He had lots of love for his family,and I'm sure he will be missed by many,very much.

Samantha Watt
Benton, AR
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Thursday, January 20, 2022

He was a precious soul and I am thankful for the short time that I was blessed by knowing him! Praying for all you guys!