Allen Davis "Big Al" Rhule

Allen Davis "Big Al" Rhule obituary

Allen Davis "Big Al" Rhule

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Allen Rhule Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Oct. 2, 2025.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Allen Davis Rhule (Big Al), 64, of Maumelle, AR, on September 24, 2025.

He is survived by and will be forever missed by his wife of 38 years, Yunim, along with stepchildren Nina Puckett (Adam) of Jessieville, AR, Tommy Sayles (Jiro) of San Diego, CA, grandson Joshua King of Little Rock, AR, sisters Kathleen Castillo, niece Krystle, nephews Joshua and Lukas of Pittsburgh, PA, Lauren Harris (Jeff), nieces Brooke and Heather of Fort Myers, FL, and older brother John of Fort Myers, FL. He also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Davis Rhule, of Pittsburgh, PA, his mother, Patricia W. Shirk, of Alliance, OH, cousin Bobby Rhule of AZ, and Bridget Shirk, of Pittsburgh, PA.

Allen joined the Air Force in 1981 and later joined the Air National Guards. He loved football and cheering for his favorite team, the Steelers.

We are still in shock and lost for words following his sudden passing. He will be missed by many.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, 1501 W. Maryland Avenue, North Little Rock, AR.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

9

Memorial service

12:00 p.m.

Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery

1501 W. Maryland Avenue, North Little Rock, AR

Send Flowers