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Cortez Wagnon

September 14, 1922 — June 25, 2015

Cortez Wagnon

Cortez (Cort) Granville Wagnon, 92, of Maumelle, passed away June 25, 2015. He was born in Union Co., Arkansas to Thomas Wilmot Wagnon and Clara Meta Wagnon, and was a member of the Maumelle Church of Christ.

He is survived by his children, Sherry Vandeventer (Charles) of Spokane, Washington, Gary Wagnon (Nancy) of Tucson, Arizona, Randall Wagnon of Houston, TX, Tammy Childress (Bryan) of Maumelle and Chris E. Gonzales (Daniel) of Arlington, TX.; brother, John C. Wagnon of Lafayette, La., sisters., Mary E. Buckley of Farmerville, La. and Faith Matthews, of Farmerville, La. and grandchildren, Kevin Vandeventer and Jeff Vandeventer, both of Spokane, WA. Christopher Wagnon of Phoenix, AZ and Allen Wagnon, of Tucson, AZ Randall Wagnon of Dallas, Texas, Meredith Wagnon of Arlington, Lauren Kring of Tucson, Kelsey Hatcher, Larkin Hatcher, Haley Hatcher and Lynley Childress, all of Maumelle. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 72 years, Melva, parents and sister Kathryn Goyne.

Cort served his country as a Corporal in the 429th Bombardment Squadron during World War II before returning to his bride to begin their life journey together. He made a career of sales and was a loving father and "Grampy". His greatest job in life was to "take care of that little lady" which he did with relentless love and devotion. He finished his task on April 8 by holding her hand and singing to her as she left this life to await him in Heaven. His greatest wish was to join her and his Lord.

The family wishes to thank his wonderful nurses and caregivers at the Lakes at Maumelle for their endless patience and loving care. They would also like to thank the amazing team from Gentiva Hospice for the support and love that they gave him during this past year and the loss of the love of his life. We will ever remember each of you with love.

Services will be held on Friday July 3, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at Maumelle Church of Christ officiated by Mr. Nick Valls. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Maumelle Church of Christ, 13806 Overstreet Rd., Maumelle, AR 72113.

Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, (501)224-2200. Mr. Wagnon's online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com.

Funeral Service

JUL 3. 11:00 AM (CDT)

Maumelle Church of Christ
13806 Overstreet Rd.
Maumelle, AR, 72113
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