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Randall (Randy) Walter Spooner

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Randall (Randy) Walter Spooner, age 63, of Conway passed away October 25, 2019 at his home. Randy was born April 27, 1956 in El Dorado, Ark., the son of the late Talmadge and Jean Battles Spooner. Randy was a loving husband and loyal friend. Spending most of his life in Junction City, Ark., he graduated from Junction City High School in 1974. He held a variety of jobs until he went to work for Texas Eastern in El Dorado. He was employed by this company under a variety of names (Duke Energy and Enterprise) for 42 years. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Conway, was an ordained deacon - ordained in 1996 at his home congregation of Scotland Presbyterian Church in Junction City. He enjoyed gardening, hiking and nature. He was preceded in death by his parents, several aunts and uncles including Joseph and Maxine Spooner who were former missionaries to what is now known at the Republic of Congo; his mother-in-law Louise Westbrook McGowan, and one brother-in-law, Keith Hightower. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Rev. Rebecca McGowan Spooner; his brother Mark and his wife Susan, of El Dorado; his sister Sharon Spooner Hightower, from Junction City; and his brother Matt and his wife, Debbie, also of Junction City; several nieces, nephews, great nephews and nieces and many cousins, and friends. A private service for family will be held at the Columbarium at First Presbyterian Church, Conway on November 2, 2019 at 11 a.m. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m., in the sanctuary of First Presbyterian with the Revs. Michael Ulasewich, and Michael Vinson officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Building Fund of First Presbyterian Church, 2400 Prince Street, Conway 72034; or ALS Association- Arkansas Chapter, Inc. W. Walnut St. #2406-08 Rogers, Ark., 72756. Rebecca wishes to express deep gratitude to the countless people who helped she and Randy navigate this challenging chapter in their life. For those who prayed, walked, visited, e-mailed, made food, called, traveled and offered support in many other ways. She is grateful for all your support. She never felt alone, and felt your love and support. Online Guestbook available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway.

Published October 27, 2019

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