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2015
Gary W. Guffey, 62, passed away Feb. 25, 2015 after a 15-year courageous fight with renal cell cancer.
Gary was born May 24, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio, to George and Betty Guffey.
After graduating from Varnum High School in Seminole, Okla., Gary served in the U.S. Air Force from 1971 to 1975, when he was honorably discharged. He then began a career in data and telecommunications that spanned more than 30 years, working for such companies as RCA, Centel, Williams Communications and, most recently, BlackBox.
Gary was a faithful servant and witness for his Lord and Savior all his life as a Sunday School teacher, music director, youth director and choir member. He was a faithful member of Blackshear Place Baptist Church in Flowery Branch, Ga., before moving to Arkansas to be closer to his family. Even as his health deteriorated, he continued to tell others about Jesus.
Gary is survived by his wife of 41 years, Linda Guffey of Conway; two sons, Andy Guffey (Tammy) of Conway and Anthony Guffey (Jennifer) of Plano, Texas; two precious grandsons, Bryson Guffey and Austin Guffey of Plano, Texas; and his mother, Betty Guffey of Conway.
He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Laferne Baker (John) of Gulfport, Miss., Elaine McGowan (Kirk) of Bullard, Texas, Carolyn Stewart (Phil) of Gainesville, Ga. and Janette Godfrey (Jim) of Lancaster, Pa.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to offer special thanks to Fresenius Dialysis Clinic nurses and Dr. Saleem of Gainesville, Ga.; Little Rock Dialysis Clinic and Dr. J. Kevin Heifner; Dr. Rhonda Gentry, Little Rock, AR; Conway Dialysis Clinic and Dr. Shaver; and Gentiva Hospice nurses and staff for their exceptional care and compassion for Gary.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015 at Bishop-Crites Funeral Home, with Bro. Danny Fagala officiating.
Burial will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Arrangements by Bishop-Crites Funeral Home of Greenbrier, 501-679-4400.
Online guestbook: www.bishopcritesfuneralhome.com
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I have just learned of Gary's death. He was a good friend in our Air Force days in Biloxi and church days in Gulfport. God bless you Linda and all who miss him.
Daniel Rice
Daniel Rice
July 8, 2015
You have my deepest condolences on your immeasurable loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. There is little that I can say or do to ease your pain and suffering. May knowing that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many, bring a measure of comfort. Life is so short and those we love are gone from our lives too quickly. God's promise to empty the grave in the near future is found at Hosea 13:14. May the God of loyal love comfort you during your time of sorrow .
March 8, 2015
Offering my sympathy to the family. May 1 Thessalonians 4:14 bring you comfort in knowing there is hope for your loved one.
Maddox
March 8, 2015
Dear Linda, our hearts were sadden to just hear of Gary's passing. We know that he is with his LORD and SAVIOR, and is pain free. May GOD give you and your family the GRACE to get through this sad time. We have many fond memories of Gary and ya'll. My favorite is When he was teaching me how to use the dishwasher at your house, in Bossier, and you had run out of soap, so Gary used dishwashing liquid. He said"its, Ok we do it all the time, it will be fine," and he left for work. Needless to say, I was cleaning up bubbles all day. It was funny! Good times! May GOD Bless you all and know that We are praying for ALL of ya'll. You all will always have a special place in our hearts.
Love & Prayers, Sandra Peddy-Smith of Longview, Tx
Sue Peddy-Gordon of Benton, LA Becky & Biilly Tollison of Benton, LA,& Pastor Wade Peddy, Bethal #2 Missionary Baptist Church, Rison, AR
Sandra Peddy-Smith
March 5, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace and comfort. Psalms 83 : 18, Psalms 147 : 3
G
March 3, 2015
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