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Obituary for Rayburn Eugene Kendall

 Rayburn Eugene Kendall, 78, of Paragould, passed away January 31, 2010 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. He was born November 15, 1931 in Monette Arkansas to Robert and Myrtle Kendall. He loved to golf, fish, and attending Paragould Christian Church. He also served 25 years in the military, and served in both Korean and Vietnam wars, and was the Monette Chief of police for 23 years.

He is survived by his loving wife Shirley Kendall, of Paragould, four sons and one daughter, Randy Kendall, of Little Rock, Rodney & Carrol Kendall of Beech Grove, Robin & Vicci Kendall of Palm Harbor FL, Kerry & Caroline Kendall of Raleigh NC, and Dawn & Marty McClung of Paragould. Also surviving him are three sisters Jean Tomasiewicz of Hartford CT, Beutone Berry of Dallas TX, and Shelia Ashabranner of Monette.

He leaves seven Grandchildren, Jessi Kendall Goostree, Katie Potts, Samantha Kendall, Taylor Fears, Tori McClung, Allie Kendall, and Liam Kendall and one Great-grandson, Kendall Lee Goostree.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, Robert and Myrtle Kendall, and an uncle, Happy Kendall.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at Phillips Funeral Home. A Military Graveside service will be 11 am, Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at Shiloh Cemetery with Duane Dutka officiating.  

Honorary pallbearers are Steve Lancaster, Glen Anderson and James Skinner

 

 

  

 


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From: Lynn Dickman and family

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Shirley and the whole Kendall Family
I share in your sorrow.  Uncle Ray will be greatly missed.  He was everyones friend,  hero and everyones protector and now he is everyones  Guardian Angel. Love all you.
From: Debrah McWilliams Donner

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Dear Sheila & Family, I am so sorry to hear about your brother. Please know that you all are in my prayers. God bless you. Love, Debbe
From: Jacquelyn Howell

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Thoughts and prayers are with you.
From: Jerry & Vicki Hanna

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We will miss Ray.  He was a good friend.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
From: Leah Tomasiewicz

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To me my Uncle Ray was a quiet spoken man with a quick sense of humor and a twinkle in his eye.
Though I visited with his family during the summers I didn’t really get to know him until my adult years.  When he was sheriff  he’d come over to Grandma’s house and  he would tell some story and before you knew it – he pulled the wool over your eyes and all you could do was roll your eyes and laugh along with him.  We both enjoyed reading and he turned me on to his favorite author, Louis L’amour.  I hope he enjoyed the books I sent to him periodically. 
To his family and friends, Grief can’t be shared. Everyone carries it alone; his/her own burden in his/her own way. Please treat yourself with great tenderness and please know my love and prayers are with you.  Leah
From: Tammy Masterson

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Dawn..I just wanted you to know how sorry I am for the passing of your dad.  He was a very sweet kind man and I know he will be greatly missed. If there is anything I can do for you please don't hesitate to ask. I love ya
From: Robin Kendall


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I can only hope to be as great a father as my Dad was. I love you Dad.
From: Robert Tomasiewicz, Nephew

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To my Uncle,
The last time we were together, we were shooting pool and drinkin beer, and you were kicking my butt all over that table. Loved every minute of it! I don't remember if I told you how proud I was to have you as my uncle, I am.  Our next rematch I hope you'll let me win one.  Well I guess heaven has a new sheriff in Town.

Love you Uncle Ray
your nephew Robbie
From: Sharon Pleasant

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So very sorry to hear of Ray's passing.  I have so many wonderful memories of Ray and the family.  I know this must be a difficult time. I will keep your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Sharon
From: Mark and Janet Rolland

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We are sorry to hear about Mr. Ray, he was our Police Chief for many years. We are thinking of you during this time.
From: Dawn Kendall - McClung

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I love you, Dad!  You and mom raised us with all the love in the world! I miss you so much!!!!!!!!!  You're last words to me were, "I love you very much"! I love you very much, too!
From: Dawn Kendall McClung

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I could not have asked for a better dad. He was always there for me know matter what...teaching me right from wrong and if I made the wrong choice he still stood behind me-never saying I told you so, but "it will be ok". He was my inspiration-MY HERO!!! I miss him so much!! I love you very much (his last words to me) dad!!
 

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