Jerry Duff Obituary
Jerry Clifton Duff, 65 of Hampton, Arkansas went to be with our Lord Jesus on December 2, 2025.
Jerry was born on February 28, 1960, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his mother, Loretta Townsend of Benton, AR; his father David Yarberry of Royal, AR.; and a Brother Alvin Yarberry.
He is survived by his best friend, beloved wife, and caretaker Debora Duff of Hampton, AR and 5 children; Justin Duff (Angela) of Locust Bayou, AR; Kristan Runnels (Chris) of Lufkin, TX; Chrissy Monk (Robert) of Hampton, AR; Cari Pickett of Hampton, AR, and Heidi (Danny) Sierras of Ceres, CA. Dad William Townsend of Benton, AR. 5 siblings – Richard Yarberry (Brenda), Debra Sorrells (James), Danny Townsend (Rhonda), Susan Moore, Charles Townsend.
He loved his family and was blessed with 17 grandchildren: Rozalinn, Valerie, Emelyn, Averi, Justice, William, Connor, Trey, Ethan, Kayla, Logan, Eleanor, Jacob, John,Abigail, Joseph, Jackson, and two great-granddaughters: Juniper and Daisy.
Jerry was a proud Navy Veteran where he spent most of his service time on the U.S.S. Kittyhawk. He also spent time serving at VFW Post 4554 where he had a passion for fundraising for the Arkansas Children’s Hospital.
He had a special love for the outdoors, especially fishing at Lake Chicot. His greatest joy was being on the water, and he showed his kids and grandchildren how important it was to know how to fish but more than that- how to live – many life lessons were shared by Jerry while he was fishing with you.
Most of all, Jerry knew how to exhibit God’s love for all people. He always had a smile and made everyone feel welcomed and important. He loved to joke and always found a way to make people laugh. Jerry was an amazing person, husband, father, grandfather, friend, and a true blessing to so many.
In lieu of a funeral, there will be a memorial service announced for family and friends at a later date. A special thanks to the loving Hospice team at the VA Hospital in Little Rock - May God Bless you for taking such great care of him during his last days.
Arrangements by Arkansas Cremation, 10515 W Markham St, Suite B1, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.
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www.arkansascremation.com
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