James Marshall "Bo" Petty

James Marshall "Bo" Petty obituary

James Marshall "Bo" Petty

James Petty Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Oct. 6, 2025.

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James Marshall Petty (Bo), age 70, of Des Arc, AR, passed away on October 2nd, 2025 at Woodruff County Nursing Home.

James was born on May 30th, 1955 in Compton, CA to the late Hershel and Katie Petty. He graduated from Des Arc High School in 1973. James enjoyed fishing, hunting, and always had a story to tell.

James is survived by his two daughters , Kim Glaze (Brian) of Benton and Karmen Lawson (Mitchell) of Hazen. He is also survived by his siblings, Tony Petty (Martha), Ray Petty, Gwen Flemming, Russell Petty (Cheryl), Coy Petty (Lori), Kathy Street (Rick), and Velda Rogers (Bentley), four grandchildren, Addison, Beckett, Henry, and Miles, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and loved ones.

James is preceded in death by his parents and brother Jerry Petty.

A graveside memorial is planned for a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Woodruff County Nursing Home.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Woodruff County Nursing Home for the exceptional care, love, and compassion they showed during James' stay.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

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