Ned Choate Jr.
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Ned Choate Jr.
76, a resident of Fort Smith, Arkansas, passed away April 25, 2006 at the Select Specialty Hospital in Fort Smith. He was born February 9, 1930 near Dutch Mills, Arkansas, the son of Edward C. "Ned" and Amma Lee Gregory Choate. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Fort Smith.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Joan Hansen.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Choate of the home; two sons, Michael Choate and Kevin Choate both of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one daughter, Kim Choate of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one sister, Sharon Mekic of California; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; his step mother, Olive Choate of California.
Ned was the foster son of the Rev. I. S. And Dora Whiteley.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 28, 2006 - 4:00 P.M. at the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, with burial to follow in the Dutch Mills Cemetery at Dutch Mills, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com
76, a resident of Fort Smith, Arkansas, passed away April 25, 2006 at the Select Specialty Hospital in Fort Smith. He was born February 9, 1930 near Dutch Mills, Arkansas, the son of Edward C. "Ned" and Amma Lee Gregory Choate. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Fort Smith.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Joan Hansen.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Choate of the home; two sons, Michael Choate and Kevin Choate both of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one daughter, Kim Choate of Fort Smith, Arkansas; one sister, Sharon Mekic of California; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; his step mother, Olive Choate of California.
Ned was the foster son of the Rev. I. S. And Dora Whiteley.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 28, 2006 - 4:00 P.M. at the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, with burial to follow in the Dutch Mills Cemetery at Dutch Mills, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com
Funeral Service
4:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Visitation
9:30 am
Final Resting Place
Dutch Mills Cemetery
North, Row 13, Space W
General
Feb 9, 1930
Apr 25, 2006
76
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Tributes
Kevin:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow and loss.
May God bless you all.
John Crews - Freind Of Kevin
Some of my fondest chilhood memories were "Uncle Ned's and Aunt Mary's house, whether it was in California or Arkansas. He always was kind to me and could always make me laugh. He will be missed.
Greg And Deanna Minnis - Nephew
Thank you for all the happy childhood memories. Your home was always a comfort to me and I always smile when I think back.
Melissa Kowaleski - Niece
Thanks for sharing all those wonderful memories with us. The pictures were just perfect. He was a such great guy and he always reminded me of another great guy - our dad.
We love you all and our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Dave and Sharon
Sharon And Dave - Sister
Peace :o)
To a man who raised one of the finest people on this earth.
Thanks
Andy
Andrew Galbach - Friend
Grandpa...your presence is like no other...my heart will never forget...I love you!
Melissa Choate - He's My Grandpa
Kevin, I'm sure your father was proud of you due to the type of man, father, husband, and person you are. It's always difficult losing a family member. I have always enjoyed our friendship and please know that I'm thinking of and praying for you. Look to God for your strength.
David Smith
would like to express our condolences , to mary and the family. We had only known Ned a short time , but loved him as a friend, and he will be sorily missed,
Charlene reed & Richard house - Aquantaince
Just wanted to say my heart and prayers are with the family,especially Kevin.
Steve And Cindy Woodson - Friend Of Son
Time spent in the Choate home are some of the fondest times of my youth. Mr. Choate always brought a smile to my face. I know he will be truly missed but the memories will always bring a chuckle and a smile. I love you Kim!
Deanna
Deanna Dyer Bradley - Friend
I just remember how funny he was.I remember him teasing me when everyone came to visit.
Carrie Rausch - Niece
Mary, Kim, Mike, and Kevin,
My heart is just breaking. You can't imagine what Ned meant to me. Your house was my home away from home and I considered him like a father. I will never forget all that he did for me, how he offered to come get me for school in the morning when my stepfather made me walk in the rain. I loved him so much. He was so much fun to be around. I miss him terribly already. I love you guys.
Beckie
Beckie Tuteral - Friend
We were very sorry to hear that Ned had died. We hope your hearts will be comforted by time.
Oscar & Marisue Jones - Former Co-worker And Friend
I always thought so very much of Ned because he was always so kind and good to beckie. She loved to be with you all and felt like part of your family. I know that Ned was a fine man and i am happy to have known him and I am happy that Beckie had him in her life. Jean
Jean Sargent Stewart - Beckie Featherston's Mother
Mary, Michael, Kevin and Kim,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Ned was loved, and will be missed by so many.
Serenity and peace I pray for you, for God will surely see you through.
He'll give you strength to face the night, and lead you to the morning light.
Hold fast to His nail scarred hand today,
Serenity and peace for you, I pray.
Love to you all,
Becky
Becky Davis - Kevin's Favorite Sister-in-law
We were very sorry to hear about the loss of Ned. Are thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ned was always a friend to us and will never be forgotten
David & Maxine Wilhelm - Friend And Co-worker
I would just like to say I'm so very sorry to hear about Ned. My prayers and thoughts are with my friends, his family, now. I will remember Ned as a great family man with a great spirit and love of life. Gary
Gary Monroe - Best Friend Of Son Of Deceased
We have known Olive for most of our lives, and Bob worked with her at the La Habra Post Office for many years. We knew Ned Sr. also.
You may not remember, but when we first moved to Arkansas from La Habra, I came to Penney's to meet you, Mary. Because we lived in Uniontown, and you in Fort Smith, we never did get together. While visiting you, Olive sometimes came by to see Bob at work.
So strange how our Brad and your Kevin met each other.
Sorry for your loss.
Bob and Willeta Keeter
Bob And Willeta Keeter - Good Friend Of His Stepmother, olive.
To: Mary and the children:We are so very sorry to hear about your loss.We didn't know Ned was so sick. Found out too late to attend funeral. If you need
us, pleae call any time.
Love Jean
Jean And Dusty Helbling - Friend
hIS jOURNEY`S jUST Begun
Don`t think of him as gone away...his journey has just begun,life holds so many facets... this earth is only one, Just think of him as resting from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years,Think of how he must be wishing that we could know today how nothing but our sadness can really pass away.And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched...for nothing loved is ever lost... and he was loved so much.
Alta Choate - Aunt (by Marriage)
Funeral Service
4:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Visitation
9:30 am
Final Resting Place
Dutch Mills Cemetery
North, Row 13, Space W
General
Feb 9, 1930
Apr 25, 2006
76
Documents