R.E. "Dick" Bearden

R.E. BEARDEN passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2013. He was born on March 20, 1937 in Little Rock to the late Irvin and Lena Bearden. Dick (Papaw) as he was affectionately known; he worked as electrician for the past 56 years and was an avid hunter. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Jo Etta; his children, Rick (Brenda) Bearden, Janice (Robert) Taylor, Glenn (Tamara) Bearden, James (Debra) Bearden and Gina (Charly) Nickols; his 11 grandchildren and his nine great-grandchildren whom he loved and cherished; and a host of extended family and friends, all who will miss him dearly. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 28, at 2 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, 10412 Mabelvale West, Mabelvale, Ark. (501)455-1117. Online guest registry available at www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.