Joe Calvin Straw, 74, of North Little Rock, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012. He was retired from ADT after 40 years of service, served in the U. S. Navy and was a member of Amboy Baptist Church. Joe was a great Christian role model and a witness to all he encountered. He was a kind and gentle-hearted man with a wonderful sense of humor who enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and gardening.
He is survived by his son, Shane Straw (Connie) of North Little Rock; three daughters, Shannon Adams (Matthew), Shelly Quick (Charles M.) and Stephanie Straw all of Little Rock; six grandchildren, Devon, Dylan, Abigail, Oliver, Eleanor and Dexter; sister, Vicki Straw (Sylvia) of San Antonio, Texas; sister-in-law, Mary Beth Straw and several beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Florence Straw and brother, Carl Straw.
Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans (DAV), 2200 Fort Roots DR. #65, North Little Rock, AR., 72114.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church in North Little Rock. Burial will be in Edgewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday at North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest registry at www.nlrfh.com.
Visitation
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CDT)
North Little Rock Funeral Home
1921 Main Street
North Little Rock, AR, 72114
Funeral Service
JUL
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10:00 AM (CDT)
Trinity Lutheran Church
3802 Olive Street
North Little Rock, AR, 72116