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1932
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2024
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William Cullum Obituary
William Royce Cullum wrote in his biography: "I was born on a hot day, June 2, 1932, in Faulkner County, Arkansas, in the Fairview Community, that is five or six miles south-west of Quitman, Arkansas, and about 12 miles northwest of Greenbrier, Arkansas, on what is now Mauldin Road." He shared his birthdate, June 2, with his dad, Wes Cullum.
As he often claimed: "I was born in a three-room log house with the popular dog trot design." He lived a long and comfortable life. Royce passed peacefully in his sleep after a short illness on June 21, 2024.
Royce was preceded in death by his lovely wife, Ann Cullum, and parents, Wes and Willie Cullum.
Royce is survived by daughter, Laura Karen Vandiver (Willy); sons, William David Cullum (Renee) and Jeffery Don Cullum (Verlinda); sister, Wilma Jean Pinkston; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He enjoyed reading, especially the Louis L'Amour series of westerns. He loved woodworking and displays numerous works around his home. Many family members proudly own some of his creations.
Royce was the family CEO, CFO after serving a lifetime of high-level positions with large corporations in central Arkansas such as Ward Industries, Virco and Tiffany. His position saw him traveling all over the world and meeting some very powerful and interesting people. His stories include the time he was privileged to fly from London to New York on the Concord which had just recently taken to the air. He often took his family on nice vacations, attractions and events.
Even though the art displayed in the home primarily focused on Ann, he enjoyed drawing, sketching and doodling. A close inspection of the home revealed some nice pieces of his diverse talent.
A visitation will be held Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 1 p.m., with a memorial service immediately following at 2 p.m., both at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, 650 Central Landing Blvd., Conway, Arkansas, 72032. Burial will be at Crestlawn Memorial Park, east of Conway, at 472 Highway 64 E.
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