Thomas Ray Belford, 63, of Pangburn, passed away on November 16, 2025, at Unity Health in Searcy. He was born on June 24, 1962, in Wynne, to the late Thomas Edward Belford and Jean (Hart) Belford. Thomas enjoyed hunting and fishing in earlier years. He also loved working on things, from fixing computers to repairing clocks and often loved listening to southern rock. Thomas was a dedicated Republican, always staying up to date on current politics. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, who will be deeply missed by his family.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 43 years, Sherry Belford; children, Stacey McElroy (Kenneth), Thomas J. Belford (Tobi), Anthony Belford (Theresa), and Kristen McCosh (Shane); 16 grandchildren; brother, Justin Belford; sisters, Lori Crawford, Pam Belford, and Gina Grabil; as well as a host of extended family members.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Bruce Belford.
Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, at 2 p.m., at Powell Funeral Home in Bald Knob. Visitation will precede the service, beginning at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Holly Springs Cemetery near Albion.
Arrangements are entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, Bald Knob-Judsonia.
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Shirley HOWERTON
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TO THE BELFORD FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY HEART THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. PRAYERS HUGS AND LOVE FOR YOU ALL. SHIRLEY HOWERTON
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