Ernest (Butch) Neil Sturdivant of Vilonia, Arkansas, passed away on January 24, 2024. He was 77 years old and is survived by his wife Judy, two sons, Eric (Saundra) and Mark (Scott), three grandchildren, Jordan, Jaycie and Joanna, and two sisters, Mary Garner and Patricia Bearden.
Butch was a graduate of Arkansas College and was employed by the U.S. Postal Service until his retirement in 2015. He was a member of the University Church of Christ. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, cooking breakfast for his family and playing golf.
A Celebration of Life is being planned with family and close friends.
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