Richard C. Kirkendoll Jr.

Richard Clinton Kirkendoll Jr., of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Sunday January 14, 2018 in Little Rock, Arkansas surrounded by his loving family. Richard was born November 23, 1966 in Poteau, Ok to Richard and Martha Ann Kirkendoll. Richard was 51 years, 1 month and 22 days old.

Richard met and married the love of his life, Connie, when he was just a young man. Together they spent years of dedication, devotion, trials and triumphs. Their love was undeniable. Richard was a hard working, devoted family man. He loved his grandbabies and spending time with them. They made his day brighter. Richard enjoyed listening to music, watching football (especially his favorites, OU and Steelers) fishing, hunting and riding 4 wheelers.

Richard leaves behind to cherish his memory, his devoted wife of 30 years, Connie of the home and two daughters: Cassie of the home and Cheyanne McDaniel and husband Shylar of Waldron, Arkansas. Papa will forever remain in the hearts of his grandbabies: Jessica Ann McDaniel and Katherine McDaniel. Richard is also survived by his siblings: Charlotte Yandell and Charlene Moore both of Oden, Arkansas, Marie Kirkendoll of Waldron, Arkansas, Tammy Sockey, Bobby Kirkendoll and Jason Kirkendoll all of Mena, Arkansas. Richard will missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted, including a host of nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Richard Sr, and Martha Ann Kirkendoll, one brother, Orlando Kirkendoll and his grandparents.

Richard's graveside life celebration will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 18, 2018 at New Hope Cemetery in Spiro, Oklahoma with Clint Yandell officiating. Interment will follow. Arrangements are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Richard's pallbearers will be Andy Yandell, Clint Yandell, Wayburn Fair, Bobby Kirkendoll, Shylar "Jimmy" McDaniel, Dwaine Moore, James Brown and Cody Lane. Honorary pallbearer will be Zach Watts.

Richard's visitation will be Wednesday, January 17, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel where Richard's family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.