of Benton, AR
December 31, 1962 - June 29, 2025
In Loving Memory of Chris Edward Pyron
Chris Edward Pyron, age 62, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 29, 2025. His life was full of change, growth and impact- marked by many chapters, each one meaningful in its own way.
Chris was born on December 31, 1962 in El Dorado, Arkansas, the son of Henry Miller and Geneva (Holloway) Pyron. Growing up, Chris lived in El Dorado, West Memphis, Tulsa and Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Rockmart, Georgia where Chris was a member of the 1981 graduating class of Rockmart High School.
In 2015 Chris married Anne Clifton Pyron, the love of his life with whom he shared over 10 happy years. They were looking forward to making more memories in their new home in Benton, Arkansas. Tragically, Chris passed away during the process of moving to their new home.
Chris lived in several different states and pursued a variety of paths throughout his life, both personally and professionally. He received further education at Southern Tech in Georgia and spent much of his career as an entrepreneur, business owner, patent holder and consultant in the pulp and paper industry, managing engineering projects across the country. In addition to his career in the engineering field, he pursued studies through New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and was ordained as a Southern Baptist Minister. Chris served in a variety of ministry roles both in local churches and international mission work and led many people to faith.
Throughout the many chapters of his life, Chris built deep and lasting connections with people from across the country who will remember him with great fondness. He was conscientious and intelligent, pensive yet jovial and held space for the tender moments in life. He was particular in his ways - never without a mint or a sleeve of Certs and always in pursuit of the coldest glass of milk imaginable. At restaurants, he'd charm servers by requesting ''a tall glass of really cold milk - and if you want a really good tip, you'll put the glass in the freezer first". His playful wit and attention to detail brought gratitude and joy to those around him. He will be dearly missed.
Chris is survived by his wife, Anne Clifton Pyron of Benton, Arkansas; his daughter, Ashley Partridge Batt-Rawden (Andy) and their children, Olivia, Colton and Theodore; his son, Christopher Blake ''Brynner'' Pyron (Scarlett) and their son, Aurelius and his son, Wesley Tanner Pyron (Kayla). He is also survived by his brothers, Andrew Pyron (Jeanie), Richard Pyron (Lori), Donald Pyron (Dana); half-sister, Kay Atchison; his first wife (and high school sweetheart) Tracie Edwards Talley, the mother of his three children; plus a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A visitation will be 1:00 to 1:30 pm Saturday, August 2, 2025 with a memorial service to be held at 1:30 PM at Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home in Benton, Arkansas with Pastor Rick Pyron officiating.
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26 Condolence(s)
Thomas Bewley
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
My thoughts a prayers go out to the family. Chris was a very good man!
Russell Schuh
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Words cannot express my Shock and Sorrow. My Deepest Condolences and Heartfelt Prayers go out to Anne and the Family. Bless you Ricky !
Gerold Freeman
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
First met Chris on major project for Weyerhaeuser in Valliant, Okla. I was onsite consultant manager and He was Eng rep for Weyerhaeuser. We became great friends very quickly. In all my 50 years in my career I never met anyone else as easy to work with and have such a great working relationship! I know it is hard not having him with you in this physical world, but know he is with our Lord and we will be together again! God will give you comfort and carry you through until then. Just knowing my parents are with God gets me through when I think of all the good times with them! Now we can think of where Chis is when we remember the good times with him.
Roy Lynch
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Very sorry! Chris was a great business and personal friend.
Mylon McCallum
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Tracie, Anne and the kids. I’m sending you all my condolences. I’ve known Chris since he was the pastor of First Baptist Church in Mossy Head Fl. God Bless Y’all
Phillip William Letsinger
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Knowing Chris for some time. I would like to Thank you for posting this news. I can add him to that list of souls that I long to see again when we meet on that shore free from all care. Also know that he will be missed till then. God blessings on all his family and friends.
Nola wife of deceased Rupert D. Holloway.
Saturday, July 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss of Chris. He was a nice young man.
Timothy Fall
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Deeply saddened to hear of Chris's passing. We were close childhood friends who had lost touch but reconnected in the past few years. Our calls and texts were very meaningful to me. My love and sympathy to Anne and his family.
milton morgan
Thursday, July 17, 2025
my prayers to the pyron family, chris was a very close friend of mine from age 6 whom i still think of all the time ,so sorry ricky and donald may god bless you this one really hurt!
Carey Noble
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
My most sincere condolences.
Fly high good Sir!
Ahmed Elalfy
Monday, July 14, 2025
May his deeds be accepted in the best of ways, may his life always be celebrated, may we all be reunited in a better place.
Terrie Green
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Anne I'm so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband and best friend. You had ten beautiful years that you will always cherish with memories.
Prayers for strength and peace that only our Lord can give you in the days ahead.
Love you sweet friend,
Terrie Green
Iva
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Anne, lifting you up in prayers for comfort & peace.
Turreann Burnside
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Praying for you and your family. May your grief of loss be comforted by God and may he Bless you in your time of need
I love you.
Laurie Fitz-Gerald Comeaux
Saturday, July 12, 2025
This just doesn’t feel real. Anne honey I’m so very sorry and I’m still praying for you everyday and will continue fora while to come. Lean on your faith, lean hard. God will get you through this!! If you need you call.
Love
Laurie
Darryl Bussey
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Chris, it’s still hard to believe that you’re gone. I’ll miss her messengers, chats and funnies that we always shared, You were loved and still love by all who knew you, Rest in peace, Cuz
Ann Knierim
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Anne, I’m so sorry for your loss but I’m very glad you had so many happy, loving years together. With much love and big hugs to you, Ann
Laurie Manning
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Anne. I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your dear husband. I know he brought you many, many years of joy and happiness. I will be keeping you in my prayers now, and in those difficult moments to come. I am always here for you. Sending you peace, love, and comfort my friend.
Leann Henderson
Saturday, July 12, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He will be missed.
Lillian
Saturday, July 12, 2025
So sorry for your loss Anne. Praying for you.
Lee Ann Miller
Saturday, July 12, 2025
So very sorry for your loss Anne.
Kelly herr
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Anne, Kathy and I are so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful obituary. We are praying for you during this time.
Tammy Stewart
Saturday, July 12, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace and comfort at this time. May you find strength in all of your wonderful memories.
Nancy O’Neal
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Anne and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Chris will be remembered fondly by all that knew him. Prayers for comfort and peace, as you face this new chapter in your lives.
Jennifer Brady Gampper
Saturday, July 12, 2025
I am so sorry about your loss and send prayers to you and your family. I would have loved to have met Chris.
Jennifer
Jamie Morrow
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Ann so sorry for your loss. Chris will be missed greatly by us all. There is so many memories that I have remembering Chris when we were kids growing up.