of Vilonia, AR
April 28, 1929 - January 27, 2011
Lloyd Bise, 81, of Vilonia passed away January 27, 2011. He was born April 28, 1929, in Flushing, MI to the late Russell and Grace Bise. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Ahlgren. During his younger years in Illinois he raced stock cars and was known as "Cigar Bise". In 1951 he joined the Air Force and served in Korea during the Korean War, he was honorably discharged in 1955. In 1956 he moved to Arkansas and owned/operated new car dealerships in Paragould and Pocahontas, later he bought a dealership in Stuttgart. While living in Stuttgart he also owned a farm in Lonoke, and enjoyed flying his plane between the two. In 1975 he moved to Vilonia and shortly thereafter he built the first shopping center there. He served as mayor of Vilonia for 12 years, his main accomplishments were getting the city sewer system put in and improving the ballparks, he also served as the Vilonia Fire Chief. Lloyd was a lifetime member of the Shriners, a Mason and a lifetime member of the VFW. Lloyd loved people. Lloyd's greatest joy was getting together with his family and friends. He was generous to a fault, he took great pride in helping people get started, in life or business. He took great pride in the success of those he helped.
Lloyd is survived by his wife of 7 years, Joyce; two brothers, Harold Bise of Heber Springs and Rodney Bise and his wife, Jerry, of Heber Springs; a sister, Mary Bise-Simon of Heber Springs; a stepson, Robert Goff and his wife, Sally, of Vilonia; a stepdaughter, Lisa Weaver of Vilonia; six grandchildren; a whole host of nieces and nephews and many many friends.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Sunday, January 30, 2011, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, in Conway. His funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 31, 2011, at the Vilonia United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Cypress Valley Cemetery, in Vilonia.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home (501) 327-7727.
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28 Condolence(s)
Teresa DeBolt
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Joyce, we know you still miss him every day as I will mom. Love you, Teresa
Bob & Barbara Potter
Monday, February 21, 2011
I just saw this about Lloyd and we want to say how much we liked Lloyd. When we moved to Vilonia we bought our home from him and lived there until we moved back . Bob knew and liked Lloyd . He was a fireman like Lloyd Please accept our condolences .He did alot for the city of Vilonia.
Randy Jones
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Bise passing, He always had a smile, He will be greatly missed by all that new him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his Family..Randy
Bob and JoAnne Madden
Monday, January 31, 2011
Getting acquainted with Lloyd Bise is a recent but distinct pleasure for us.
We extend sympathy and best wishes to his family.
Marty & Jerrie Morgenson
Monday, January 31, 2011
Joyce--I know how little our words mean to you at this time, but we do want you to know that you have our sincere sympathy.
Robert & Tammy Peters
Monday, January 31, 2011
We are both so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Harmon
Monday, January 31, 2011
Lloyd was my friend. He was also my boss while he was the Mayor of Vilonia, you could'nt tell the difference between the two, he did everything with such grace and love. I will miss you and that great sense of humor you had for everyone! Joyce I love you, I will see you soon.
Sue Harris Rodgers
Monday, January 31, 2011
Joyce,
I am so sorry to hear of your lost. You are a strong person and will over come your loss in time. It has been nearly 6 yrs. since Bee passed away and never a day goes by that I do not thing about him. You will have fond memories of all the good times you both had and those will get you through this sad time. My prayers are with you. Stay strong and keep the faith.
Love to you dear friend,
Sue Harris Rodgers
Norma & Vicky
Sunday, January 30, 2011
When Lloyd and Joyce came to Illinois, mother always looked forward to great stories and much laughter. Lloyd and Joyce both brought great joy with them everywhere they went. Lloyd had such a generous and loving spirit and the wonderful memories he brought to our family will be forever remembered.
Judy and Hershel Kelley
Sunday, January 30, 2011
To Joyce and family. We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hershel and Judy Kelley
Steven, Marsha, & Melinda Bise
Sunday, January 30, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Steven, Marsha, and Melinda Bise (children of Wayne Bise, Lloyd's cousin)
Jerry and Sondra Reed
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Although we only met Lloyd recently we really enjoyed visiting with him and Joyce. He made a big impression on us. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bise family.
Wendy Vozar
Sunday, January 30, 2011
We will be thinking of you during this time and always. My Father Michael and Sharan have told so many wonderful and funny stories about Lloyd. He was a great friend and a great teacher. His kind ways will be cherished and missed.
Ethan Goff
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Mr. Lloyd was so great to me, my mom, my dad, and ecspecaily to my nanny. All are prayers go out to you Nanny, love you!
gary and joan adams
Saturday, January 29, 2011
joyce and family..we are so sorry for your loss..lloyd was a great friend to all..he will surely be missed..may God be with you through the coming days...Gary &Joan Adams
Mark, Savannah, & Abby Duncan
Saturday, January 29, 2011
We were all very fond of Mr. Bise and our thoughts and prayers are with Joyce and the Bise family.
Jacqueline Bise
Saturday, January 29, 2011
From childhood Uncle Lloyd was loved by me. His sense of humor and pranks kept me laughing and loving. My memories are filled with a loving and generous man, one of my heroes. His presence in my life added tremendously to my ability to love and cherish family.
Joe Maxwell
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Joyce and Family
It was with great sadness that I read of Lloyd's passing. He has been a friend for years and I will sorely miss him. He always had a smile and a hand shake and time to just talk. His love for people and Vilonia will be missed. May God bless you in your time of sorry.
Deborah McAfee
Saturday, January 29, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with this dear family!
Charles & Barbara Edwards
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Lloyd was one of my best friends. I have fond memories of our boyhood days and of our senior yrs. My wife and I looked forward to Lloyd/Joyce visits to southern IL. He will be truly missed! Charles
Lloyd felt like family the first time I met him. He and Charles would reminisce of their childhood days when
they lived in the country near Olmsted, IL--they traded banty hens, goats, etc. We all had a good laugh! Guess he learned the art of a salesman early! We loved Lloyd and Joyce-enjoying their visits to the farm and to the annual homecoming at Center Meth. Church. We all count our blessings 80 yrs plus. God has been good. Barbara
Jack and Wilma Haese
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Joyce and family,
We were so very sorry to hear about Lloyd. He was a wonderful person and a wonderful addition to the family. His humor and smile would light up the room-what a joy it was to know him. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our love, Jack and Wilma
Dotty Bise Gutzler
Saturday, January 29, 2011
My prayers are with all of you.
RICK AND PAM BARNARD
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Lloyd was a great man. He would do any thing in his power to help you. He was the main reason Vilonia begin to grow when he arrived. We will miss him dearly. Was glad to be his friend for 35 years.
Jimmie L Grissom
Friday, January 28, 2011
Joyce we are so sorry for your loss.Loyd will really be missed. Any time you saw him he was laughing and joking.We will keep the family in our prayers.
Butch Martin
Friday, January 28, 2011
Joyce and the Bise Family was so sorry to hear this, I really liked Lloyd Bise and he was always there for me. If I may help you in anyway please feel free to call a friend always. Jim Butch Martin
Mary & Gene Wells
Friday, January 28, 2011
Lloyd left a host of friends and wonderful memories. He kind and giving hear will be missed.
Mary and Gene Wells
Mary Avram & family
Friday, January 28, 2011
Dear Joyce and loved ones,
We send our prayers, love, and deepest sympathy during this time of great sorrow for our family. (Uncle)Lloyd was a very kind man who always put his family first.
We will miss the twinkle in his eyes, the generosity of his heart, and the amazing soul with which he was blessed. His life is to be celebrated!
Keri Wilson
Friday, January 28, 2011
Joyce and Family......so sorry to hear of your loss. Lloyd was a great guy and will be greatly missed. I will be praying for you all.