of Benton, AR
March 7, 1954 - June 27, 2025
Ronald Dale Vinyard, 71, of Benton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 27, 2025. He was born on March 7, 1954 to Charles William and Irene Frances (Johnson) Vinyard.
Ronald graduated from Benton High School in Class of 1972 and drove a school bus for the Benton School District. He later worked at Alcoa for a few years before becoming an Equipment Operator for the Saline County Solid Waste Management District, retiring in 2008. Ronald was a member at Spring Creek Baptist Church and a Charter member of the Riverside Hunting Club.
Ronald was a loving Daddy and devoted husband to his wife of 51 years, Beverly (Curtis) Vinyard, who was the love of his life. They enjoyed traveling to Alaska with friends and cruising. He was a great fisherman with many tall fish tails, an avid deer hunter who loved running dogs while hunting rabbits. He was also known as ''Mr. Fix It'' when he was ''thinking about doing it'' because he was ''gonna finish that project maybe?''.
Beverly and Ron were known for their camping adventures with Ron'' fixing'' anything mechanical because he knew the right way to do it. We all loved Ronald Dale Vinyard!
Most of all he loved his Lord and Savior and his family. Amber and Heath were his wonderful children and ''Pop'' to his grandchildren, Cooper and Caroline
He was preceded in death by his beautiful wife, Beverly; his parents, Charles and Frances Vinyard; his nephew, Jonathan Daniel Curtis and one brother, Mike Stockton.
Survivors include his loving children, Amber Dawn Loyd and Heath Jarred Vinyard; two loving grandchildren, Cooper Thomas Loyd and Caroline Elizabeth Loyd; his brother and sister-in-law, Doug and Jeannette Curtis; sister-in-law, Nellie (Stockton) Keaton; nieces and nephews, Joshua (Megan) Curtis, Jonica (Harrison) Ferrell, Joanna (Kelly) Scott, all of Benton, John David (Cassie) Curtis of Russellville and He was also loved by nine great-nieces and nephews, cousins, uncles, aunts and a host of friends.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in the Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Terry Parrish and Johnathan Long officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Monday, June 30, 2025 at Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home (501) 315-0700. Interment will follow in Rosemont Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Cooper Loyd, Joshua Curtis, John David Curtis, Justin Bridges, Eric Vinyard and cousin and dear friend, Jerry Wallace. Honorary Pallbearers will be All of his friends from the lake.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Elite Hospice, 4000 AR-5, Suite 5, Bryant, Arkansas 72022.
The Vinyard family would like to thank Elite Hospice for their care and all the services that were provided that were very helpful during this season of Ron's life. Also, many thanks to the family and friends for the outpouring of love and support.
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20 Condolence(s)
Tommye Francis
Friday, July 4, 2025
I just found out about Ron. He and Beverly were wonderful people…always the same when I saw them occasionally. Amber and Heath, you have lost both your parents in a little more than a year. I’m so sorry, but you can take comfort that they have had a positive impact on many people, and are together again. You both are in my prayers.
Dianne Luther
Thursday, July 3, 2025
My husband and I met your parents camping in Arkansas. Fell in ❤️ with both of them. The kindest
People you could ever meet. My heart breaks for all of your family. They will be so greatly missed. AMEN
Glen & Janet Doss
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Glen and I met Beverly and Ron at Tompkins Bend on Lake Ouachita back in the early teens of 2000. We were camped next to them. We became friends quickly and loved being around them. We always visited each others campsites each time we were camped at the same campground. I know Amber and Heath will miss them so much. Sending prayers to all of the family members. May God give each of you peace.
Deb Law
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
My condolences to Amber and Heath, I know this is hard. Ron was a wonderful man and a great neighbor. It will be strange to pass by that street and not see him out tinkering with something in the yard. Much love to all.
Carol Barnett
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Mr. Ron was a sweet man it was a honor and privilege to know him prayers and condolences for his family he will be missed.
Kay Procop
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Ronald has always been such a genuinely great guy! He and Beverly were the premium example of happiness and contentment. My prayers are with Amber, Heath and families. God bless you all during this tough time.❤️
James & Brenda Burrow
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
James worked with Ronald at Alcoa and wife worked with Beverly at Nelson’s Tax Service. Always caught up when we ran into them at lake. Good people and a pleasure knowing them.
Marianne Talbert
Monday, June 30, 2025
Ronald was a special man along with Beverly, such beautiful people. He was a wonderful coach to our son for many years. Remembering all of the family in our prayers tonight.
Tony and Kelly Rushing
Monday, June 30, 2025
Ron was a great neighbor and a better friend. He will greatly missed. Thank you for your kindness and big heart. Rest in peace sweet friend.
Marla Landers
Monday, June 30, 2025
Our prayers go out to the Vineyards and Curtis families. Grew up with Ron in the Ridgecrest area. Sorry for your loss 🙏 God Bless you all
Necole Kreie
Monday, June 30, 2025
I know his heart is full again, being reunited with his precious Beverly and in the presence of his Savior. What a beautiful reunion. Praying for Amber and Seth for peace and comfort. 💖
Karen Ellis
Monday, June 30, 2025
It was so nice to reconnect with Ron and Beverly the past few years. Prayers for peace and comfort to Amber and Heath and the grandkids.
Debbie Bagley
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Ronald was such a loving friend to my family. He would do anything for my mom, (Billie Bice) anytime day or night. Sending all of my love and prayers to his family.
Glen Pagan
Sunday, June 29, 2025
A good man. He will be missed by many.
Misti Curry
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Ronald was an amazing man and treated me like one of his own when I was growing up. He was a wonderful second dad to me felt like I might have spent more time at their house when I was little than my own. He and Beverly were two of a kind and I know will be greatly missed.
Mike Woodall
Sunday, June 29, 2025
It was a pleasure to have known Ron for almost all our lives. He leaves a great legacy. He was a good man
Marlena and Rick Smart
Sunday, June 29, 2025
So glad we have got to be friends with Ron and Bev for so many years. My prayers are with you Amber and your Kids as you go thru this once again.
Love you.
Diana Thompson
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Thoughts and prayers for all your family he was a great man and loved by many. ❤️🙏🏼
Connie (Evans) Castleberry
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Ronald was a childhood friend and classmate. Such a good guy and devoted family man.
Peace to Beverly and his entire crew.
Prayers and love lifted
Merle Johnson
Friday, June 27, 2025
A fine man.