of Van Buren, AR
December 17, 1950 - January 31, 2014
Colin Joe Funderburg, 63, of Van Buren, died January 31, 2014. He was born December 17, 1950, in Bingen, Arkansas to the late James Warren "Doc" Funderburg and Cornelia Pomrenke. He is a 1968 graduate of Lamar High School and he graduated from the University of the Ozarks Summa Cum Laude, in 1972. He coached and taught English at Lincoln, Lavaca and Atkins. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, Charles Ronald Funderburg.
Joe is survived by two daughters, Jenny Mitchell and husband, Matt, of Hot Springs and Cara Mayall and husband, Matthew, of Cordova, Tennessee; two brothers, Jim Funderburg and Gary Funderburg, both of Alma; a sister, Mary Jane Bittick of Tulsa, Oklahoma; two granddaughters, Kailey and Emily Mitchell, both of Hot Springs; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Joe's funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 3, 2014, at Roller-Cox Funeral Home, with Dale Walker officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home (479) 754-2201. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
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27 Condolence(s)
Pamela Hayden Norris
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Mrs. Brenda Funderburg was my second grade teacher. Loved the entire family. As a matter of fact my mom, Wilma Hayden (Heathcock), baby sat daughters Jenny and Cara! So so sorry for your loss!
Melissa Duvall brashear
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Brandie Martin
Friday, February 7, 2014
So sorry for your loss. He was my HS English teacher and by far one of my favorites. He will be missed!
Arlie and Kay Wilkins
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
You are in our prayers.
sheila roberts
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Girls I am sorry to hear about your Dad. You do not Know me but I was married to Joe he was a great guy and will be missed by alot of people.
Jenny Mitchell
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
I am so touched by the sweet messages about Dad. We are grateful and comforted by the fact that so many people remember and loved him. My sister and I remember hearing your names from him as well. Thank you so much for reaching out.
Fred and Marlene Dougan
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Sorry for your loss.
Jeannette Lenzen
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss, I meet Joe back in the early eighty's, he was such a fun loving guy. I know he touched a lot of lives, he will be truly missed.
James Dye
Monday, February 3, 2014
I am sorry to hear that Joe passed away. I taught with Joe at Atkins for many years and we carpooled from Russellville. He was a great friend and a great teacher. I will miss Joe.
James Dye
Debra Kersten-Shannon
Monday, February 3, 2014
Mr. Funderburg had a real passion for teaching, two things I will not forget about his class are dissecting James Taylor's song "Fire and Rain", lyrics became so much more than words after this...and encouraging to use my mind to write creatively, this made English... a class I could not tolerate, enjoyable. When a teacher can create memories that last more than 25 years, they have truly made an impact. He will be missed
Bonnie & Kerry Austin
Sunday, February 2, 2014
So sad to hear of Joe's passing. We taught together for many years. We taught next door to each other for the last several. He was a super teacher, friend, and colleague. He will always live on in our hearts and super good memories.
Gloria Drish Owens
Sunday, February 2, 2014
So sad to hear this news about my classmate. My heart goes out to the family. Rest in peace, Joe.
Sandra Adams
Sunday, February 2, 2014
What a brilliant man. I worked with him at Lavaca. He was special and well- loved by all of us there. My sympathies to his family.
Roy Lee Jackson
Sunday, February 2, 2014
I always have many good memories of Joe Funderburg, as he was my English teacher for three years--7th, 8th and 11th grades, while he was teaching and coaching in Lincoln. I continued to think of him and his classes often throughout my career as a high school journalism, English and speech teacher.
My sincerest condolences to his family.
Jocelyn Schuermann
Sunday, February 2, 2014
I am sad to hear of his passing. Mr. Hindenburg was one of my favorites. After he left Atkins, I often wondered how he was. He was one of those teachers who stood out. He always encouraged my writing and loved sharing one of his passions. Mr Funderburg, thank you for investing your time and passion in my life.
To his girls, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I always felt I knew you tho we never met, he spoke of his girls often in class
Chuck Lorfing
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Boys and girls I was very sorry to hear of Joe's passing...I tested my brother Louie in New Hampshire....We always enjoyed talking and carrying on with Joe...He will be remembered fondly..
Karrie Virden Morrow
Sunday, February 2, 2014
He was a wonderful teacher, my thoughts and and prayers are with you.
Darrel and Sharon Wheeler
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time of Joe's passing. God bless.
Jill Sorrels Jones
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Mr. Funderburg was one of my all-time favorite teachers! He fostered my love for reading & writing poetry.. Very sad to hear of his passing. I could immediately recall the names of his daughters, even after 20+ years of being in his class. He talked about them a lot with much affection. Love & prayers to the family!
Kathy Smith Braly
Sunday, February 2, 2014
So sorry for your loss, I remember him as a great teacher in Lincoln when he was early in his career .
Audrey Hankins
Sunday, February 2, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Funderburg made a great impression during his time at Atkins.
Tara Lebsack
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Jeremy Damron
Sunday, February 2, 2014
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your father, my educator, and our community's friend. His light will be sorely missed in this world. The impact he has made on my life and those of so many others will be everlasting. God be with you all.
Shellie Kemp
Sunday, February 2, 2014
So sorry for your loss. He was a big part of lives in Atkins and we loved him!
Tina Virden Brewer
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Mr. Funderburg was a great teacher. I loved his class a truly unforgettable person.
J.D. and Debbie Hipp
Saturday, February 1, 2014
Sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family, and we are sorry that we will not be able to attend service.
Jimmy Don ( 1st Cousin ) and
Debbie.
Linda & Quentin Pye
Saturday, February 1, 2014
Our hearts go out to Joe's family. We are so sorry for your loss.