of Little Rock, AR
July 17, 1960 - February 10, 2020
Dr. James Melvin "Mel" Stimson II, of Little Rock, Arkansas was born July 17, 1960, in Memphis, Tennessee, the son of Dr. James Melvin and Sue Fitzgerald Stimson. Mel graduated from Newport High School and was a graduate of Arkansas State University with a Bachelor of Chemistry. In 1983, Mel graduated from UAMS with a Pharmaceutical Degree and in 1990, graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Doctorial in Pharmaceuticals. In his spare time, Mel enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and his dog, Buddy, going to the beach, and volunteering at Arkansas Children's Hospital where he was the Director of Pharmacy. In addition, he was a member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
During Mel's career, he had the privilege of working in several facilities around the country, serving as Director of Pharmacy at both Driscoll Children's and Scottsdale Healthcare. He also served as the Administrative Director of Pharmacy Services at Phoenix Children's. Mel worked a total of 18 years with his Arkansas Children's Hospital Family. Mel accomplished many special achievements, during this period of time. He was a member of the Pharmacy Director Executive Committee, 2 term President of the Arkansas Association of Health-System Pharmacists, and AAHP Hospital Pharmacist Manager of the Year.
Mel died on Monday, February 10, 2020, at his home at the age of 59. He is preceded in death by his father, Dr. Jim Stimson; Uncle, Dr. Cary Wayne Stimson; paternal grandparents, Melvin and Carrie Avis Fields Stimson, and his maternal grandparents, John and Winnie Wells Fitzgerald.
Survivors include his mother, Sue Fitzgerald Stimson; one brother, Scott Stimson and his wife Lisa and his sister, Kim Malone, and her husband Don all of Redfield, AR; his nieces and nephews, Josh Stimson (Klaire), Anna Wood (Jonathan), and Ben Malone and one great-nephew, Colton Wood.
Visitation will be from 6:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday, February 14, 2020 at Roller-Chenal funeral home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR (501) 224-8300. A graveside service will be 1:00pm on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Redfield Cemetery with Brother Harold Mitchell officiating.
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39 Condolence(s)
Frances Knight
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Mel,
When I think of you I will always smile. You were so kind to me so many years ago when I first started working at ACH. Over the years I enjoyed visiting with you and hearing about your adventures and accomplishments.
God bless You sweet friend!
Richard F Jacobs MD
Saturday, February 15, 2020
Mel: Penni and I are so proud of all that you did to help the children under your care. It was an honor to work with you for over 30 years in your positions at ACH. I know how proud you were of being the Director of Pharmacy at ACH. I will miss you and only wish that we could have attended your visitation to say goodbye in person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Nina Williams
Friday, February 14, 2020
Mel was a wonderful person inside and out. I was honoured to have known him for 24 years as a colleague. A beautiful soul has passed, but the memories of Mel shall never fade. He’ll be missed at ACH Pharmacy.
Del Hinojosa
Friday, February 14, 2020
R.I P. See you one day!
Garry and Carol Enderlin
Friday, February 14, 2020
Mel you will be missed.
Cynthia
Thursday, February 13, 2020
In one word kind that’s what Mel was always. He always had a smile on his face and he was always ready for an adventure. I haven’t seen Mel in years but we kept up through FB. I loved seeing his travels, especially with Mom. You touched my life and I will miss your uplifting posts. RIP my sweet friend.
Laura Davis
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Such a wonderful friend and co worker, lots of fun times, great parties and love. Your sweet smile and friendship will be forever missed. Your in great arms my friend.
Laura Morales
Thursday, February 13, 2020
A thank you to Mel’s family for raising a person with such tremendous heart, empathy and integrity. As young pharmacists we “grew up†together at ACH , and Mel was always a step ahead, striving to do more, be more. He became a leader by example (the best kind). He had a particular gift of making others feel special, but I think all along it was he who was so special.
Live like Mel, laugh like Mel because he would want that for all of us who miss him greatly.
Jim Dice
Thursday, February 13, 2020
I have know Mel for many year from the pediatric pharmacy world. As fellow directors we saw each other 2 times a year and had many professional conversations. Mel was a great person and a true professional who was extremely dedicated to pediatric pharmacy practice. You will be missed. Rest in peace and my condolences to his family.
UAMS College of Pharmacy
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
We are deeply saddened at the loss of our dear friend and colleague. The profession will not be the same without you. Thank you for your leadership - you were a role model for all. Your presence and influence will truly be missed.
UAMS College of Pharmacy
Laurie Vasquez
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with Mel’s family. Mel was a such a kind person and loyal friend. I will miss him.
Nicki Hilliard
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Mel was one of my good buddies through pharmacy school. Mel, Jamie, Tony and I used to eat lunch together regularly in the cafeteria. He was a wonderful classmate and friend and that friendship continued through a church singles group and professional meetings. Mel was such a nice, thoughtful and caring person. He will be greatly missed. We are so fortunate to have had him in our lives. Just reflecting on his life makes us realize what it is to be a good person and a good friend.
Linda Mozell
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Mel was a kind and loving person always friendly these last couple of years we would see each other In the hallways and speak he would always say how you doing friend that would warm my heart he will be truly miss my heartfelt condolences goes out to
his family and friends sleep on Mel job well done.
Linda Forte
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Mel was kind, funny, caring, thoughtful to everyone. He was my morning coffee buddy and I will truly miss him like so many others will. He would come in my office each morning and always said, "morning everybody" with a smile on his face that would light up the room. Oh how I wish I could hear him say "morning everybody" one more time. Mel you will always hold a very special place in my heart. Until we meet again, enjoy your heavenly coffee my friend.
Chris Lomax
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Peace and prayers to Mel’s family. Mel was truly one of the good guys and an important member of our pediatric pharmacy community. Too soon.
Gail Gindro
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
My deepest heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the Stimson Family. Mel was a great friend and colleague to so many. I loved working with him. He brightened everyone’s day with his genuine warmth, kindness and humor. He spoke so fondly of his family and Buddy. I can’t imagine the loss that you are all feeling. May God give you all strength in the coming days as we all mourn the loss of a wonderful man, son, brother and friend.
Jackie Jagers
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Mel was one of a kind! His love for life and the work he did at ACH was so encouraging. He will truly be missed. My condolences and prayers for his family and friends.
C. Michael Bailey
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
To the Stimson Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Mel. He was a great and decent man I knew in school and as a professional colleague. His loss is a great one.
Lola Hall
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Mel was an amazing man with a heart overflowing in kindness, compassion and thoughtfulness. I am blessed to have known him and call him my friend as well as co-worker. I miss him already.
With loving thoughts and prayers to all Mel's family.
Toni Brantley
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Prayers for the family and friends. Mel will be missed tremendously.
David and Bonnie Casey
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Bonnie and I are very saddened by this news. Mel was the greatest neighbor anyone could have. He will be missed dearly. He was truly a very kind and caring person. I will miss seeing him scoop his dog Buddy up to get him back in the house when he was being stubborn. Prayers out to all of his family and friends.
Robbie Fletcher
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Sue,Scott, Kim. In this time of sadness. My memory is flooded with all of great times we had growing up. The many miles put on our bicycles . The carpools to school. The trips to Little Rock to see the Orthodontist. The many hours climbing trees at Walnut Grove . The good news is we will all meet again .
Prayers and Hugs.
Susan Phillips-Reaves
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
I had the pleasure of working with Mel in the early 90s at the University of Ky Hospital. I visited him when he was in Corpus Christi and we have kept in contact all these years at Christmas and birthdays. I will always remember him as a kind and gentle person. He will be missed.
Melissa clark
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
I worked with Mel at ACH. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family.
betty gurney
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Mel, will be greatly miss. He was a great boss and friend.
Prayers for the family.
Miss you Mel see ya again one day
Susan Tegtmeier
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
I adore you Mel The world has lost a genuine beautiful soul. My life is better for having known you. Heaven has gained a precious,kind soul like no other. To your family, our love and prayers.
Julie Moreno
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Mel, Rest In Peace. You were a kind friend and soul. I loved being a doggie sitter for Buddy when we were in Phoenix. You and I worked at two hospitals together and we had some stories !! I will miss you dear friend.
Christina Rucker
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
I wish I knew how to explain the effect Mel had on my life. He and I had a similar love for our fur babies, taking our mothers to the beach every year, and travel! We became friends through trying to make processes better at ACH. I supported him through his cancer treatments and he supported me through every other life trials! He was always one of those people you never had to question his true feelings and outlook on life. He was taken way too soon and all of us could use more friends like Mel. Sadly I will miss his visitation and service because of a valentine’s weekend trip my husband and I had planned... but I can hear what Mel would have said! I will forever miss you my friend and I will be at your visitation and service in spirit. I hope your beloved Fur baby will be taken care of and that someone you love will continue to take your mom to the beach after you are gone. I know you will be there in spirit! Love you my friend!
Amanda Bonura
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Mel you are one of the kindest, funniest people I knew! I’ll miss your mischievous self! It’s so hard to believe you’re gone!
Becky Wade
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Mel was such a kind and caring person. He will be missed by many. Prayers to his loved ones during this time of sorrow.
Raye Nell and Donald Hanna
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
We met Mel at Driscoll Children's Hospital. He was a great example to many. He will be missed by all who knew him. Prayers of peace for his family and friends.
Carla Price
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Our Mel Man will be greatly missed.
I pray for everyone’s peace and comfort in this time of unexpected and tragic loss. He was a great friend to so many.
My condolences to the family and all that knew Mel.
Sherry Ahart Blair
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Love and prayers for Mel’s family. Mel was such a sweet man. Newport Class of 1978!
Patti Higginbotham
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Mel's family and friends. I have known Mel from his early years at Children's and considered him a dear friend. He is gone many years too soon.
Guadalupe Martinez
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
We met at Dtiscoll Children's Hospital. We were on the epic project and what I remember the most when we traveled to Madison were the margaritas and nachos. RIP my friend
Cindy Castleberry
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Mel was a wonderful, kind, and caring person. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him!
Scott Doss
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
I will always remember Mel as a man who was constantly smiling and laughing. He never seemed to have a bad day. The world needs more people like Mel. He will truly be missed.
Brenda Polanco
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
There aren’t enough words to express my sadness I’m feeling right now. God and taken another angel! He was the kindest person I’ve ever met. I’ll see you Mel again!
Dennis Tarkington
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Condolences to the family. God's peace be with you.