Ralph B. Lafferty

(R.B.) Ralph B. Lafferty of Heber Springs, Ark. flew away to heaven to be with his Lord and Savior on April 20, 2016. He was born on September 21, 1923 in Peasant Ridge, AR to Tom and Annie Lafferty. He is survived by his loving wife, Hazel Chandler Lafferty of 70 years, sons, Larry (deceased), and Rick (Nancy) of Bryant, Ark.; grandchildren, Lindsay McCoy (Glenn), Leslie Smith (Kyle), and great-grandchildren, Harrison McCoy, and Isla and Jameson Smith. He was known as Papoo to his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, pure joy! He was predeceased by Tom and Annie Lafferty, five brothers, three sisters, father and mother-in-law, Oscar and Emma Chandler, aunts, uncles, and many family members. He retired after 32 years of service from Western Electric. However, he passionately pursued his love of buying, renovating, and selling houses to many families that would never have had a home without his creative ideas. He and his wife were faithful members of First General Baptist Connection Church. He was a wonderful, loving husband, father, and friend leaving a legacy of faith, hope, love, and commitment to others. The family would like to thank all doctors and staff at Heber Springs Baptist Hospital, Baptist Hospital of Little Rock, Alcoa Pines Rehab, and Dr. Meacham for the excellent care and concern. Visitation will be held at Olmstead Funeral Home, in Heber Springs, on Sunday, April 24 from 4-6 p.m. The funeral will at First General Baptist Church, on Monday, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Mike Lindley officiating. Interment will follow in the Heber Springs Cemetery. www.olmstead.cc.