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2019
Joe Marchant Obituary
Joe "Bud" Weldon Marchant Jr., of Fort Smith, passed away at his home on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019. He was born Nov. 30, 1965, to Elizabeth Kay and Joe Weldon Marchant. He was a loving son, brother, father and friend. During his life journey, he served as a registered nurse, volunteered his time serving the community, was as an avid Razorback fan and a member of West Ark Church of Christ. He was smart, quick-witted and found humor in almost every situation.
Bud was preceded in death by his father, Joe W. Marchant Sr.; paternal grandparents, Dorothy and Joe Marchant; and maternal grandmother, Ruth Elizabeth Gibson.
He is survived by two sons, Zachary and Mackenzie; his mother, Elizabeth Kay Marchant; two sisters, Kathy (Greg) Miros and Stephanie (Charlie) Vick; his beloved dog who rescued him, Jules: as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, at West Ark Church of Christ, under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his memory to NAMI online at www.nami.org; or Ahimsa Rescue Foundation online at www.ahimsarescuefoundation.org; or Harbor House Inc. online at www.recoveryhhi.org; or West Ark Church of Christ online at www.westark.org.
To place online tributes, visit www.edwardsfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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for Joe Marchant
Lindy Cotner
February 17, 2019
I'm very sorry to hear of Bud's passing, I'm sure you all were not expecting it. May God in His wisdom comfort you and guide you in the days to come.
Stephanie Zerkel-Humbert
February 16, 2019
I remember Bud's smiling eyes and good nature so well! I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. My love and prayers are with you all, mourning the way too early loss of this very special man.
February 15, 2019
So very sad to hear of Buds passing. As a former coworker of his from St.Edwards he will be greatly missed. He was so funny he was a wonderful nurse. Ive got so many memories of him.
Sharon Tadlock-Dobbins
February 15, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of Bud's passing. We shared the same clinical group throughout nursing school and he was not only funny but smart & kind. May you find peace in knowing he touched many lives in a positive way throughout the years.
sara Suggs
February 15, 2019
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Your family will remain in our prayers.
Monte Moore
February 14, 2019
I am a long time friend of Kathy's and I remember many times in our past when she spoke of him. I never met him personally, but in many ways I feel I know him from those conversations. My sorrowful thoughts and condolences to his family in this challenging time.
Becky Brown
February 14, 2019
I hate to hear about Bud's passing. He was always a cut up in school. I enjoyed hanging out with him during lunch in Mrs. Lattimore's room. He will be missed! My Prayers and Thoughts are with you all. Becky Brown (Allen)
Susie Poe
February 14, 2019
Kay, I am so very sorry to hear about Bud. Years ago I worked with Bud in ICU. He was an awesome and caring nurse whose sense of humor and practical jokes kept us smiling in the worst situations! Be comforted knowing Bud Is now in peace and enjoying a whole new audience in heaven. Time to rest, relax and heal. You are loved by many!❤
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