of Leslie, AR
July 30, 1940 - November 27, 2018
Tony Clark Lochridge, age 78 of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Tuesday, November 27th, 2018 at Baptist Health in Conway, Arkansas. He was born in Malvern, Arkansas July 30th, 1940 on his mother's birthday to parents, Flatie Clark Lochridge and Lucille Perry Lochridge.
Tony served honorably in the United States Army and The United States Navy. He was a member of the First Baptist Church. He spent most of his working life in the garment industry and after retirement took up woodworking. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. On August 18th, 2016 Tony caught a 30 pound striped bass while on a fishing trip with a friend. He did not let the big one get away!
Survivors include his wife, Helen Weaver Lochridge of the home; one son, Jason Lochridge and wife Mary of US Air Force, Thailand; daughters, Debbie Snow and husband Mike of Ocala, FL, Sheri Connett and husband Jody of Clarksville, TN and Tonya Moles and husband Kevin of Delaware, AR; grandchildren, Michelle Snow, Jarred Connett and wife Kayla, Jacob Connett, Madalyne Moles, Kody Moles, Brittany Lochridge and Jennifer Lochridge; sisters, Dora Lou Ellis and husband Danford of Cleburne, TX and Susie Williams and husband Paul of Fordyce, AR; brothers, Russell Lochridge and wife Dorothy of Holly Springs, AR and Joe Lochridge and wife Carolyne of Coal Hill, AR; and many other family and friends who will also mourn his passing.
Tony is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Joy Sorrells; and brother, Jon Wayne Lochridge.
Funeral services for Tony will be 11:00 AM Saturday, December 1st, 2018 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Mike Proctor officiating. Visitation will be 10:00 till 11:00 AM preceding service. Burial will be in Leslie Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Redman, Jody Connett, Kevin Moles, Ron Edmistman and Victor Boyd. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Adams, Jarred Connett, Jacob Connett, Kody Moles and Phil Brenaman.
Hi Sherrie, So sorry for the loss of your dad. I sometimes think about you, and miss you. Love Jackie
Uncle Tony will be greatly missed. Prayers for everyone at this time of sorrow.
Some of my favorite memories were helping papaw in his workshop and going fishing with him. I’m beyond thankful that I got to spend some time with him earlier this month.
Our prayers for comfort during your time of sorrow. My mother loved Uncle Tony dearly. I can only image the fellowship they are having. Love to all.
I am sorry to hear your dad passed away. It was so apparent how close you were and I’m hoping those good times and wonderful memories will bring you comfort in the days and months ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss.Tony was a fine man who said what he meant and meant what he said. Going to miss him as I know the family he loved so much will. God bless.
Thank you for your Military Service to out great country.
I am so sorry for your loss. Tony was a good man. He was always smiling anytime you seen him. He will be missed by all who knew him. You are all in my thoughts a prayers.
Aunt Helen,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts. Prayers for you and your children. Love Carrie & Jim
I am so saddened by Uncle Tony's passing. I will be keeping the entire family in my thoughts & prayers. My hope is that remembering and sharing his life stories will bring you comfort during the difficult times ahead. I cherish the memories of listening to him and dad talk. I love you all. Angela & Keith