James R. Huffstickler

James R. (Bob) Huffstickler, 73, of Des Arc, Ark., died Monday, June 7, 2010. He was born August 19, 1936 to the late Martin E. and Thelma M. Huffstickler at Monette, Ark. Bob was a truck driver until his disability retirement in 1985. He was an avid crappie fisherman, well known in the Des Arc area for his fishing skills. Bob was preceded in death by a son, Jim Huffstickler, his parents, three brothers, Billy Jack, Elbert Allen and John M. Huffstickler. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Janice Huffstickler, sons, Mark Huffstickler (Betty Jo) of Hazen, Dirk (Willie) Huffstickler of Des Arc, six grandchildren; Tyler (Kelcie) Huffstickler, Dane Huffstickler, Jenna (Chad) Edwards, Bethany (Brad) Grady, Alivia Huffstickler, Alec Huffstickler, two step-grandchildren; Kristina Bordelon and Timothy Bordelon, and One great grandchild; Eden Huffstickler. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 8, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Garth Funeral Home in Des Arc. Funeral services 2 p.m., Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Des Arc with Interment at Lakeside Cemetery, Des Arc, Ark. On-line guest register at www.garthfuneralhome.com.