of Mabelvale, AR
July 5, 1935 - May 23, 2025
William "Bill" Archer Dunkum passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on May 23, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. Born in Hope, Arkansas to Lovena and Archer Dunkum on July 5, 1935, he was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Joan Carver. Bill is survived by his wife of 61 years, Gwen Meyer Dunkum; his sons and their wives, Chris (Sammie) and John (Robbin); his grandsons Drew Dunkum, Sam (Jaden) Dunkum, Forrest (Emily) Dunkum and Davidson Dunkum and his namesake great-grandson, Archer Dunkum.
Bill served his country in the U.S. Air Force and then earned a bachelor's degree from Little Rock University now University of Arkansas - Little Rock. He was an avid supporter of Trojan Men's and Women's basketball, holding season tickets for several decades. His professional career began at IBM before he and two fellow IBM employees founded International Computer Systems, Inc. Bill and Gwen solely owned and successfully operated the local business for 55 years before proudly handing the reins to their sons in November 2024. Bill is highly regarded in the skeet shooting community, having been a fierce competitor for nearly 40 years and winning a world championship in 2017. Bill was passionate about his church. His faith in Christ was manifested in his generosity and how he provided for his family and others.
Visitation with the family will be on Tuesday, May 27th from 6-8 pm at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home in Little Rock on Chenal Parkway. A graveside service will be held at Forest Hills Cemetery, Wednesday, May 28th at 11am, followed by a memorial service at Mabelvale Methodist Church at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mabelvale Methodist Church (10500 Woodman St., Mabelvale, AR 72103) or Blue Rock Sportsman's Club (C/O 227 Corondelet Ln., Maumelle, AR 72113). The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Elizabeth Eggebrecht and Arkansas Hospice for the compassionate care provided during his final days.
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44 Condolence(s)
Paul Rickman
Friday, May 30, 2025
So sorry Gwen to hear of Bill's passing. you are in my prayers.
Angie Hipps
Thursday, May 29, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are going to the Dunkums. I loved Bill and he was a great man. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Angie
Deb and Bob Varney
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Gwen and family, we are so very sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. We always enjoyed every interaction we had with you at Skeet Shoots here in Arkansas, and also at the World Skeet Shoot in San Antonio. Prayers for comfort for all of you.
Kathryn Drennan Donoan
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
I will cherish my many memories of Bill on the skeet field and his love for my mom's oatmeal cookies. I know Bill and my dad are enjoying two low 8's in heaven and showing all the other shooters how to do it. Love to Gwen and the rest of the Dunkum family.
Joyce Swinney
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
I have many fond memories of Bill and Gwen and trips to the lake with all the kids. There were so many good times we shared with a huge tapestry of family and friends. Bill has had a significant impact on the lives of so many people. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to Gwen and all the family.
Ulandus Stout
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
My sincere condolences to the Dunkum family.
Rand Brewer
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Many good memories as neighbors to the Dunkums, a wonderful family. Always much respect for Bill, he will missed. My condolences to the entire family, see you soon brother.
Sherry Bell-Hester
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Mrs. Gwen I’m so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. I’m Praying for you and family. May God’s Peace comfort you all during this difficult time.🙏🏾💙🙏🏾
Sonia Burnett
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Extending my heartfelt condolences. May your family find peace, strength, and comfort during this time of sorrow.
Kevin Brooks
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
My thoughts and Prayers go out to the Dunkham Family. What a wonderful man and a legacy that no doubt will be carried on by the family. Rest in peace..no more pain or suffering, but celebration with the Lord 🙏🏼🫶
Margaret Purifoy
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Mr. Bill was a kind wonderful man and will truly be missed. I am so proud to be a part of his work family. May he rest in peace. God bless and hold you in comfort through this difficult time.
Cecile Speer
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Ms. Gwen, I and my family are so sorry to hear of Mr. Bill's passing. You, and the entire family are in our deepest thoughts and prayers. It was a true honor to have know him and he definitely lived life to the fullest from what I knew through you, his sons, and grandsons. He will be missed by many. May God comfort and hold you all.
Chris Lacy
Monday, May 26, 2025
Mr. Dunkum was a wonderful influence, a man of character and integrity. He will be missed. Prayers for the Dunkum family.
Larry and Hilda Malpica
Monday, May 26, 2025
Gwen, Larry and I are thinking of you and sending you love. Bill was an outstanding man in many fields, particularly with your family. May God's comfort and love keep you in His hand.
Love,
Larry and Hilda
Mary Jane Fisher
Monday, May 26, 2025
Dear Gwen, Chris and Sammie, John and Robin, and your families,
I am so sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. I so fondly remember him from my employment at ICS and you all are in my prayers for God’s comfort.
Rick & Gina Brewer
Monday, May 26, 2025
May you rest in Peace, brother. We enjoyed many years together as neighbors and friends. The way you befriended Dad and our entire family will never be forgotten. We will always hold you high and miss you until one day we meet up again.
Bill & Louann Rudkin
Sunday, May 25, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Praying for family.
Xi Beta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Gwen, Chris, John and the entire family,
We are Leola’s sisters in Xi Beta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. We send out our prayers that you find comfort during this sad time. Love and Blessings to all.
Bob & Becky Myers
Sunday, May 25, 2025
So sorry to hear Bill has passed on to that great skeet squad in the sky! We will miss his smile, laugh, wit, and gentlemanly manners. Feel honored to have met and known him.
Ann Ruffin
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Gwen so sorry for your loss. I understand the grief of you and your family . We old girlfriends just have to carry on with our memories of a wonderful life with our husbands
Carey Hill
Sunday, May 25, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man to many. Praying for you all.
Love,
Carey
Ken Keth
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Bill was a great friend. We will miss him.
Linda Hemphill
Sunday, May 25, 2025
It saddens me to hear of Bill’s passing. He was such a great person. Andy and I would like to express our condolences to Chris and John and their families. Wish we could be there for the services, but we are out of the country.
Scott Blundell
Sunday, May 25, 2025
I have such fond memories of the Dunkum family going back over 50 years. What a wonderful generous person Bill was. I miss those days.
Shawn and Joan Powell
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Our heartfelt condolences. God’s manifest presence, comfort, peace, and fortitude surround all of you now and in the days to come. All our love,
Shawn and Joan
Karen Bridges
Sunday, May 25, 2025
My sincere condolences to Gwen and family. Bill was always one of my favorite people.
Nancy Weber
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Dearest Gwen and Sammie, I just read your wonderful husband and father’s obituary this morning. What a fine man he was. Know you are very sad, but he obviously lived a good life full of wonderful memories.
May Gods Peace and Love fill your hearts
Billie Beardsley
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Gwen, praying for you and your family. What a celebration it will be when we all rejoice in heaven.
Frankie (Burnett) Kann
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Dear Gwen, Mary Stuart wrote me about your's husband's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condonences.
Doug and Susan Thompson
Sunday, May 25, 2025
We both extend our condolences to the family. Bill and Gwen have been amazing friends for many years. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Carla & Ron Tunnell
Saturday, May 24, 2025
We are sad to learn of Bill’s passing & send our deepest sympathy to Gwen, Chris & John and their families. Bill was a good man who worked diligently in Church and Community. He will be greatly missed.
Becky Moores
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Dear Gwen and Boys,
I was so shocked to hear of Bill’s death. He was a kind and generous man who will be missed by many. I am praying for God to comfort you in this difficult time. Love to you from your Vegas family.
John & Donna Wyrick
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Bill was the best friend a person could ever have and we loved him dearly.
Ben Duggan
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Billy Graham said he was only making an address change. I am looking forward to seeing my loved ones in heaven! May God’s peace be with you and yours at this time. Love you!
Ben and Jean
Mike Irvin
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Bill has always been there at the many extended family gatherings we’ve had through the years, and I will miss his stately presence and whimsical charm that he brought to those occasions. Heartfelt condolences to the family on the loss of a truly great man.
Bill & Louann Rudkin
Saturday, May 24, 2025
So sorry for your loss, praying for the family.
David Stewart
Saturday, May 24, 2025
He was a good man. I thought a lot of him.
Jud McDaniel
Saturday, May 24, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
Scott Beard
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Lawanaka Hooper
Saturday, May 24, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. It has been a pleasure to work with an extraordinary person. He will be missed. Your family will be in prayer and may God bless you and your family.
Donna J Ruggles
Saturday, May 24, 2025
So sad to hear of Bill's passing. He was a true friend to our family. He will be terribly missed.
LeAnna Felts
Saturday, May 24, 2025
So sorry for your loss. He was such a nice man.
Beth Robinson
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Tracy Thompson
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Mrs. Dunkum, Sammie, Chris, Robbin and John. I am sorry to hear the news of Mr. Dunkum’s passing. May you always have the best memories. Prayers for all of you.