of Conway, AR
September 13, 1946 - September 18, 2019
Bill Sharpe Pledger passed away September 18, 2019. Bill was born September 13, 1946 in Belleville, AR to the late Raymond and Faye Sharpe Pledger. Bill was the owner of Adventures Inc in Conway from 1979 to 2013. Prior to that Bill was in the radio business in Springfield, MO and Conway, AR. Bill was a member of the Conway Noon Optimist Club, one of the Founders of the Optimist Pee Wee Football League, member of the Bear Backers, Purple Circle Conway, Chamber of Commerce, Double Cup Club and he was the voice of the UCA Bears from the early 80's to the late 90's.
Bill is survived by his daughters Tiffany Deal of Atkins and Christy Dietz of Conway; three grandchildren, Laken Deal, Robby ''Tooter'' Deal and Trey Dietz; brother, John Pledger (Cheryl) of Clarksville, sister in laws, Geneva Pledger of Danville and Jeril (Mike) Bellinger of Wichita, KS.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Lynne Pledger and brother, Jim Pledger.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 were family will be receiving visitors from 3:00- 5:00PM at Roller McNutt in Conway.
Memorials can be made to Arkansas Hospice of Conway of the Charity of your choice.
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14 Condolence(s)
Bob Mac aka Ralph McCormick
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
It saddens me to find friends in old obits, late. My friend B Sharp, I miss you since I left KCAB in the late sixties. I began Announcing work in 1965 and met B. He moved to another station, as did I eventually. Bill was fun to work with and a talent with a radio voice to kill to have.
He was reading the news live on air one day and I went in and set his reading material on fire. He was not very happy (to say the least). He didn't find the interruption as funny as I. There was always things like that going on around the station. He was certainly one of the good ones. I lost touch with him after he left KCAB... sorry about that. Fond memories of a great guy.
Bob Mack aka Ralph McCormick, Russellville.
Bill Crowe
Thursday, November 18, 2021
I became acquainted with "B" (his clever radio moniker was "B Sharpe") in Springfield through a mutual friend, the late Gerry Durnell. Both worked at the top AM radio station in town, KICK, while I worked at a lesser FM one while attending SW Missouri State.
B moved to Conway some time before I moved to Little Rock for law school. Needing a part-time job, I walked into Conway's KVEE unannounced one day while he was on the air and he said something to the effect of what are you doing here? I explained my situation, said that I needed a job and he responded, "Have a seat", and walked out of the studio. I sat down, looked at the log, spun some country records, did the news, weather and PSA's for awhile. He then walked back in and asked me how many hours I wanted. I worked for him for a year before getting a law related job.
B was a fine, fine man and employer whose friendship I enjoyed. He introduced me to country music, which I still listen to and perform to this day. One enduring memory of him was his effortless switching back and forth from his "on air" neutral accent BIG VOICE to his natural conversational Arkansas accent. RIP, my old friend.
Cathy Fletcher, AR Hospice
Saturday, September 21, 2019
It was an honor to know your dad for this short period of time!! Christy and Tiffany, I’m so very sorry for y’alls loss!!! But I am so grateful he let us in to help take care of him!!! What an amazing life and legacy he leaves. Please know y’all are in my thoughts and prayers!! Fly high Mr Pledger!!! â¤ï¸
Ray Briggler
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Tiffany,
I was saddened to hear of your Dads death He and I worked together during my Public Information days at OES and developed a friendship as well. Be assured our thoughts & Prayers are with you and your family as we all morn the loss of one of our communities outstanding citizens.
Ray & Linda Briggler
Robbie Wills
Friday, September 20, 2019
Bill was a mentor and friend to me and over the years helped me in so many ways.
Mike Harrell
Friday, September 20, 2019
I have fond memories of Bill being a caller for the Ham and Bacon stand at the St. Joe Bazaar for many years. A memorable voice that can't be forgotten! My condolences.
Marguerite "Rabbit" Rasums
Thursday, September 19, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear Bill has passed. I worked at Jukebox for him, he was so kind and always smiling.
My deepest Sympathies to his family.
Bob Barham
Thursday, September 19, 2019
My deepest sympathy to Bill's family. He was a great guy who had a unique and perfect voice for radio. He will be sorely missed by many folks. Rest in Peace my friend.
Ron Morris
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Bill was a fine man who I remember from many years ago when I bought radio advertising from him and also had lunch with him at the Optimist Club. Through the years I'd recognize his voice on radio or TV and recall good memories of Bill.
May God comfort you as you go through this "valley of the shadow of death".
Kevin and Tonya Mitchell Moix
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Christy and family,
When I think of growing up I have lots of memories of Pledger in and out of our house. Your parents and mine had fun times. I am so sorry you girls are having to go through this sorrowful time. I am praying for you all.
Kevin and Tonya
Jo Ann Mitchell
Thursday, September 19, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. He, Lynne, Dub and myself had alot of good times. I am thinking of you girls and the family.
JoAnn Mitchell
Mary Pendergraft Hartman
Thursday, September 19, 2019
So sorry for your loss. I loved having Bill as a classmate all the years at Danville. He was funny, kind, and just an all around great guy.
Glenn Stacks
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
My heart goes out to Cristy and Tiffany and Bill's family for their. Bill was one of my dearest friends and I will always cherish the memories of the 10 plus years that he and I played in the Chamberlyn 4Ball together. He's in Heaven entertaining the Angels with his version of New York, New York and I Did it My Way. He definitely did it his way. Rest in peace my dear friend!!!
Mike Johnston
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss,, May the Lord give you strength and comfort during this difficult time Tiffany and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and all the family ,