William Arthur "Bill" McDaniel

William Arthur "Bill" McDaniel

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10

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11:00 a.m.

Oak Forest United Methodist Church

Little Rock, AR

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William McDaniel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Dec. 31, 2025.
Bill passed quietly December 27, 2025 at the age of 76. A native of Arkansas, he was born in Searcy and later graduated from Fayetteville High School.

He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur Thomas and Margie Bell McDaniel of Vandervoort, AR; grandson Benjamin Cody McDaniel of Central Arkansas; and nephew John McDaniel of Northwest Arkansas.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years Helen; brother, Tommy (Brenda); and three children, Steve (Kristen), Jarrett (Heather), and Katie. Lovingly remembered by his seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Bill also leaves behind a large and loving extended family, including many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins with whom he shared a lifetime of memories.

Bill retired from the industrial supply business. He loved to travel with friends and family, and his passions included fishing, carpentry, and, above all, spending time with those he loved.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 10th, at Oak Forest United Methodist Church in Little Rock.

He will be greatly missed by all. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arkansas Food Bank or a charity of your choice.

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Memorial service

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Oak Forest United Methodist Church

Little Rock, AR

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