James D. "Jim" Lemaster

James D. "Jim" Lemaster obituary, North Little Rock, AR

James D. "Jim" Lemaster

James Lemaster Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Feb. 2, 2026.
James (Jim) D. Lemaster, 81, passed away on January 22, 2026. Born in Circleville, Ohio to Howard and Norma Lemaster.

Jim graduated from Circleville High School and following graduation he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served for four years. It was during this time when he met the love of his life, Gwen McAllister. They married and settled in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

Jim loved flowers and bird watching. He could get anything to grow and spent hours watching and taking care of the birds in his yard.

Jim was preceded in death by his loving wife of 42 years, Gwen Lemaster, and his parents.

He is survived by his children, Kelly Schnebelen (Ken) of Conway and Guy Lemaster (Karen) of Ward. Also survived by his sister Brenda Duvall (Dave); 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Jim was a member of Highway Baptist Church and per his request there will be no service of remembrance.

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