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Willie Jefferson Gartrell (Junior)

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WILLIE JEFFERSON GARTRELL (JUNIOR) of Mabelvale, Ark. entered into the presence of the Lord on Dec. 6, 2013 at the age of 72, after a sudden heart attack at home. Junior will be remembered as a hard working, self made business man, dedicated husband of 52 years, loving father and an incomparable Papa. He had an avid enthusiasm for racing motorcycles, old cars and fishing. He loved his family, his most treasured times were with his wife and kids and watching his grandkid's sporting events. His good humor, irresisitible personality and strong love for others will live on through the memories of the many who loved him dearly. He is survived by his wife, Jan; his three children, Stormy (Jennifer) Gartrell of Mabelvale, Dusty (Matt) Orman of Bryant and Rusty Gartrell of Mabelvale; four grandchildren, Blaine (Brooklyn) Gartrell of Bryant; Bailey Gartrell of Mabelvale, Shelby Gartrell of Mabelvale and Gray Orman of Bryant; his brother, Danny Gartrell of Benton; and a host of extended family and friends. Graveside services will be Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. prior to the service at Griffin Leggett Forest Hills Funeral Home. Please share your memories of Junior at www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.

Published December 8, 2013

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