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Frank Root Obituary
Salesville, Arkansas - A Memorial Service for Frank Stephen Root of Norfork, Arkansas, will be 2:00 pm, Thursday, April 4, 2019, at First Presbyterian Church, with Reverend Mike Clark officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the Alley-White American Legion Post #52 and United States Army Honor Guards.
Frank passed away March 17, 2019, in Norfork, Arkansas at the age of 87. He was born December 18, 1931, in Ashdown, Arkansas, the son of Duke and Della Cordine Root. Frank was a U.S. Army veteran. He married Peggy Callaway on August 29, 1953, in Fort Rucker, Alabama and was a professor of engineering for Arkansas A&M College, now known as Southern Arkansas University. Frank moved to Norfork in 2004 to be closer to family. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Mountain Home. He enjoyed vacationing with the grandchildren, canoeing, hiking, and working outdoors.
Frank is survived by his daughter, Jo Lynn (David) Robert of Salesville, AR; son, Wes (Kim) Root of Naperville, IL; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.
Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Mountain Home.
Arrangements are by Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services - Mountain Home, Arkansas. Visit an online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.
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Joyce Johnson
March 26, 2019
Sorry for your loss. I have such great memories of your Dad and Mom from Southern Arkansas University.
Erica Woods
March 26, 2019
My condolences to the Root family. I remember him well. Mrs. Root was my instructor for nutrition and A&P so i knew him hanhing around with her. Lol. They were quite a team and now back together again. May you find comfort in the days ahead.
1993 Graduate
March 23, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Take time to grieve and find comfort in knowing that God is near to all those calling on him. Psalm 145:18
March 23, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm." 2 Thessalonians Chapter 2 verses 16 and 17.
March 22, 2019
Our warm condolences to your family. May you find comfort in the memories you have of Frank Stephen, until God's promises are fulfilled. John 11:24, 25
M C
March 21, 2019
I am truly deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Frank. May the God of all Comport Grant you peace and strength during difficult time (psalm 91:1).
March 18, 2019
May you find comfort and peace from God and may his word soothe your hearts. Is.25:8
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