William Chambers
October 5, 1924 — June 8, 2008
William Chambers
Arkadelphia
William R. (Bill) Chambers, age 83, passed away June 8, 2008 with the love of his life at his side, at Twin Rivers in Arkadelphia. Bill was the son of Jane and Will B. Chambers. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Mary, a son Jim Chambers, wife Sandi of Atlanta, GA and daughter Linda Grantham, husband Lonnie of Fairbanks, AK. Granddaughters Traci Leslie, husband Hugh of Skandia, MI, Mitzi Mercer, husband Robert of Tupelo, MS, and Kelly Polson, husband Robby of Greenville, MS. Bill also had eight wonderful great grandchildren he adored. He is also survived by his brother Bob in Green valley, AZ, and sister Jean Persak of Gainsville, GA.
He always gave of himself first with his family and in our community. He volunteered at Baptist Health Medical Center with wife Mary where she will continue to share his giving spirit.
Bill served his country for 30 years starting with his enlistment in the Army for World War II in 1942. He was in Europe with the forces that relieved Bastone. He continued his service with the US Air force during the conflicts in Korea and Vietnam. He served with distinction until his retirement in 1973.
Bill was a member of Arkadelphia Masonic Lodge #381, a 32nd Degree mason, a member of Scimitar Shrine Temple, and Arkadelphia Chapter #378 Order of Eastern Star. He served as Worshipful Master of Arkadelphia Lodge and in 2007 was awarded the "Pillars of Solomon" a Grand Lodge award for long and faithful service to the Masonic Fraternity. Bill served as Worthy Patron of Arkadelphia Chapter OES several times and worked for the Order for many years. He was given special recognition by Arkansas Grand Chapter by being appointed as Grand Chapter Dad for 2008.
Bill was a special man loved by many and his presence will be missed, but his spirit will be forever within us all.
Services will be Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. in the Ruggles-Wilcox Chapel with Rev. Greg Lathem Officiating. Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Monday at Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home.
In Lieu of flowers, donations to the Hospital Auxiliary would be greatly appreciated.
Please sign the online registry at www.ruggleswilcox.com
William R. (Bill) Chambers, age 83, passed away June 8, 2008 with the love of his life at his side, at Twin Rivers in Arkadelphia. Bill was the son of Jane and Will B. Chambers. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Mary, a son Jim Chambers, wife Sandi of Atlanta, GA and daughter Linda Grantham, husband Lonnie of Fairbanks, AK. Granddaughters Traci Leslie, husband Hugh of Skandia, MI, Mitzi Mercer, husband Robert of Tupelo, MS, and Kelly Polson, husband Robby of Greenville, MS. Bill also had eight wonderful great grandchildren he adored. He is also survived by his brother Bob in Green valley, AZ, and sister Jean Persak of Gainsville, GA.
He always gave of himself first with his family and in our community. He volunteered at Baptist Health Medical Center with wife Mary where she will continue to share his giving spirit.
Bill served his country for 30 years starting with his enlistment in the Army for World War II in 1942. He was in Europe with the forces that relieved Bastone. He continued his service with the US Air force during the conflicts in Korea and Vietnam. He served with distinction until his retirement in 1973.
Bill was a member of Arkadelphia Masonic Lodge #381, a 32nd Degree mason, a member of Scimitar Shrine Temple, and Arkadelphia Chapter #378 Order of Eastern Star. He served as Worshipful Master of Arkadelphia Lodge and in 2007 was awarded the "Pillars of Solomon" a Grand Lodge award for long and faithful service to the Masonic Fraternity. Bill served as Worthy Patron of Arkadelphia Chapter OES several times and worked for the Order for many years. He was given special recognition by Arkansas Grand Chapter by being appointed as Grand Chapter Dad for 2008.
Bill was a special man loved by many and his presence will be missed, but his spirit will be forever within us all.
Services will be Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. in the Ruggles-Wilcox Chapel with Rev. Greg Lathem Officiating. Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Monday at Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home.
In Lieu of flowers, donations to the Hospital Auxiliary would be greatly appreciated.
Please sign the online registry at www.ruggleswilcox.com
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