Richard Lamuel Gwatney

Richard Lamuel Gwatney, 74 of North Little Rock passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014. He was born September 12, 1940 in North Little Rock, AR to the late Lee and Fannie Huffman Gawtney. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and the Knights of Columbus. Richard retired from the Veteran's Hospital in Little Rock after numerous years of employment. He loved bowling and roller skating during the 1950's and 60's. He loved spending time with Brenda, George, his grandkids, and great-grandchildren every Sunday for lunch. Being a Navy Veteran, he had a tender loving heart, but sometimes spoke like a sailor. He will be missed by his family and friends. May the Good Lord bless and keep Richard with Him in eternal happiness. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Dorothy; and two brothers, George and Garland Gwatney. He is survived by his daughter Brenda Goodhart (George) of North Little Rock; four grandchildren, Jennifer Goodhart Smith (Warren), Bradley Goodhart, Matthew Goodhart (Emily), and Daniel Goodhart; six great-grandchildren, Gavin and Aiden Hammons, McKinley and Payton Goodhart, Warren Smith, and Caroline Smith; Brother Mike Gwatney and a host of family and friends. Funeral service will be held Thursday, October 30, 2014 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at 10 a.m. with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday, October 29, 2014 from 4-5 p.m. at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 J.F.K Blvd, North Little Rock, Ark. 72116 (501) 791-7400 with rosary to follow. To sign online guestbook, please visit www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/owens.