Victor William "Bill" Danforth Jr.
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Obituary
Victor William Danforth Jr.
87 a resident of Lincoln, went to be with his Lord on February 17, 2012 at Circle of Life Hospice House in Springdale. He was born September 25, 1924 in Fayetteville, the son of Victor William and Inez Wilson Danforth Sr.
After graduating from Cane Hill Schools in 1943 he lived in Washington DC and worked for the Civil Service before servicing our country in the Korean War. He married Doris Stam on September 24, 1949 and to this union they were blessed with four children. William was a very talented cabinet maker and owner of Danforth Cabinet Shop. He was a member of the Lincoln Central United Methodist Church. He was affectionately called “Ornery”, people always enjoyed his banter with them.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Jo Cargile.
Survivors are his loving wife of 62 years, Doris, his children, Diana Danforth of Fayetteville, Arkansas, David Danforth and his wife, Oleta of Lincoln, Arkansas, Cheryl Robinson and her husband, Randy of Wedington, Arkansas and Steven Danforth and his wife, Donna of Stuttgart, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Jared and Cliff Robinson, Rachel Hoien, Michael and Cody Danforth and Justin and Stephanie Danforth; five great grandchildren.
Family will receive friends on Sunday afternoon from 2:00-3:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held Monday, February 20, 2012 - 2:00 P.M. at Lincoln Central United Methodist Church in Lincoln, Arkansas. Burial will be in Beaty Cemetery in Lincoln, there will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lincoln Methodist Church P.O. Box 965 Lincoln, Arkansas 72744 or Circle of Life Hospice 901 Jones Rd. Springdale, Arkansas 72762.
Pallbearers will be: Jared Robinson, Michael Danforth, Cody Danforth, Cliff Robinson, Justin Danforth, and Matt Hoien
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com
87 a resident of Lincoln, went to be with his Lord on February 17, 2012 at Circle of Life Hospice House in Springdale. He was born September 25, 1924 in Fayetteville, the son of Victor William and Inez Wilson Danforth Sr.
After graduating from Cane Hill Schools in 1943 he lived in Washington DC and worked for the Civil Service before servicing our country in the Korean War. He married Doris Stam on September 24, 1949 and to this union they were blessed with four children. William was a very talented cabinet maker and owner of Danforth Cabinet Shop. He was a member of the Lincoln Central United Methodist Church. He was affectionately called “Ornery”, people always enjoyed his banter with them.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Jo Cargile.
Survivors are his loving wife of 62 years, Doris, his children, Diana Danforth of Fayetteville, Arkansas, David Danforth and his wife, Oleta of Lincoln, Arkansas, Cheryl Robinson and her husband, Randy of Wedington, Arkansas and Steven Danforth and his wife, Donna of Stuttgart, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Jared and Cliff Robinson, Rachel Hoien, Michael and Cody Danforth and Justin and Stephanie Danforth; five great grandchildren.
Family will receive friends on Sunday afternoon from 2:00-3:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held Monday, February 20, 2012 - 2:00 P.M. at Lincoln Central United Methodist Church in Lincoln, Arkansas. Burial will be in Beaty Cemetery in Lincoln, there will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lincoln Methodist Church P.O. Box 965 Lincoln, Arkansas 72744 or Circle of Life Hospice 901 Jones Rd. Springdale, Arkansas 72762.
Pallbearers will be: Jared Robinson, Michael Danforth, Cody Danforth, Cliff Robinson, Justin Danforth, and Matt Hoien
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
2:00 pm
the Lincoln Central United Methodist Church in Lincoln, Arkansas; Grave side services will not be held at the cemetery.
Visitation
2:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
Beaty Cemetery
West, Row 26, Space 240
General
Sep 25, 1924
Feb 17, 2012
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Tributes
Sorry to hear about William. He was a very good neighbor to my parents and a good friend to my cousin Jim. He will be missed.
Lillie
Lillie (hunton) Smith - Former Neighbor
Sorry to hear about Bill. Enjoyed and learned alot about building cabinets when i work with Bill many years ago. Wish i could have spent more time with him.
Rex Jackson - Friend
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Howard And Betty Colburn - Friend
So many of my childhood memories are tied up at the Danforth house. Mr. Danforth alway had a smile on his face and could make ya smile right along with him...My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very trying time.
Patty Fields - Friend Of Family
William was a light of goodness and he made everyone he met feel good. He had a great sense of humor. He was loved by all ages. William was one of the greatest Christians we have known. We pray for Doris and her family, that they will be comforted and strengthened by God's Loving Presence. God bless you all. Russ & Rainy
Russ & Rainy Laycox - Friends
I have always loved William just like a dad. Because of William in 1964 I became a Christian. He was our preacher at Gem. I will miss the hugs he always gave me when I would see him. Doris, DiAnna,Cheryl,Steve you are in my prayers.
Anna Cheatham - Pastor, Neighbor, Friend
Doris and the Danforth family, we will be keeping you in our prayers during this difficult time. Bill could get a chuckle out of most any situation and he will be missed.
Bobby Jack & Shirley Spears
Diana and family, may God give you peace and comfort during this tough time. William was terrific and I enjoy visiting with him the few times we saw each other.
Pat Fidler Bain - Friend Of Diana And Attended School With
William will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful friend and neighbor. If we ever needed anything or needed to borrow anything, if he had it or could do it, he would. We still have a beautiful custom made desk/dresser conbination that he and David made for our son Chris, and our son Cameron has one he took with him when he got married. William was truly a wonderful person who will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Bruce And Helen Oliver - Friend And Neighbor
Our hearts go out to each one of you. We are so very sorry about your loss. Each of you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
We love you all.
Pam and Richard
Richard And Pam Harrison - Friends Of Steve,donna,justin, Stephanie
Doris, so sorry to hear about William passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
Vol & Carol West - Friend
Uncle William will be greatly missed. The digital photo album he made is a wonderful gift he gave to each of us. I'm glad I had the opportunity to thank him in person for that.
Peggy Tennyson & Lee Bergman - Niece
Diana, I know this is a very difficult time for you and yoru family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Melinda
Melinda Dunlap - Co-Worker Of Diana
I am so sorry to hear about your father. I know from his children that he was a wonderful Dad. His family is a testament to who he was and what he believed.
Marweta Haegele - Friend Of Dianna
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
the Lincoln Central United Methodist Church in Lincoln, Arkansas; Grave side services will not be held at the cemetery.
Visitation
2:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
Beaty Cemetery
West, Row 26, Space 240
General
Sep 25, 1924
Feb 17, 2012
87
Documents