Samuel Felix "Buddy" Tarry

Samuel Felix "Buddy" Tarry, 81, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 15, 2016. He was born August 21, 1934 to Felix Wells and Lilly Mae Tarry of Lonoke. He met the love of his life in Lonoke, Cleta Marilyn Warren and they married June 5, 1954. Out of that marriage four sons were born. Buddy was a hero and mentor to his sons. In later years, Buddy and his family resided in the Oak Prairie community. He owned Tarry Welding Shop and worked many years welding and scrapping to his heart's content. There were many long lasting friendships forged from there. His word was his bond and everyone knew that. Buddy leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 62 years, four sons, Warren (Phyllis) of Hickory Plains, Timmy (Glendora) of DeValls Bluff, Dean (Shirl) of Lonoke and Rodney of the home; two special daughters-in-law, Valerie Foster of DeValls Bluff and Tina Tarry of Oklahoma; one godson, Rick Lanier of Jacksonville; one sister, Pauline Forrester, and a very special friend, Troy Forrester both of Des Arc; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Lilly Mae Tarry, and sister, Helen Comer. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be at Lonoke Apostolic Church on Thursday, August 18th at 2 p.m. Arrangements by Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke. www.boydfuneralhome.net.