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Ronald J Theiss Sr.

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Ronald J. Theiss Sr. of Alexander, Arkansas passed away January 19, 2012, in the year of our Lord, after a long battle with lung cancer. He was born in the Bronx, N.Y., on April 19th, 1938. He is survived by Lorraine (Wilbur), his wife of 49 years, six children, Scott Theiss & wife Janel of New York; Ron Jr. & wife Joanne Theiss of Prattsville; Jennifer & husband, Craig Thomas of Sheridan; Craig & wife, Laurie Theiss of Bryant; Patrick & wife, Keri Theiss of Prattsville, and Darrin Theiss of Bryant. 12 Grandchildren, Angela, Jessica, Kaitlyn & McKenzie Theiss of New York; Benjamin Thomas of Sheridan; Madison Theiss of Bryant; Ashlea, Austen, Aron, Amber, Kade, & Averi Theiss, all of Prattsville. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mathew & Helen Theiss and in-laws, Fredrick & May Wilbur. He retired after 35 years of service with the phone company, giving him time to enjoy 22 years of flying RC Planes, woodworking and watching his grandkids grow. After his retirement, he worked for a number of years at Sheridan Hardware. There will be a graveside gathering for his family and close friends, at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 21, 2012 at Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Sheridan. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that you make donations to Arkansas Hospice at 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72116 or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home of Sheridan (870) 942-1306. To sign the online guestbook, www.memorialgardenssheridan.com.

Published January 20, 2012

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