Keith LeRoy Black
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Keith LeRoy Black
85, a resident of Prairie Grove, passed away December 25, 2006 at the Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born April 2, 1921 at Des Moines, New Mexico, the son of Corwin E. and Loa Thornton Black.
He was a member of the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove. Keith moved his family from New Mexico to Northwest Arkansas in 1953. Keith was a cattleman and worked as a stone mason with E. Fay Jones. He studied sculpture under Willard Stone and under Subrati Lahiri at the University of Arkansas. Black won several awards as a western and wildlife sculptor. Examples of his public art include life-size bronzes: “The Coal Miner” in McAlester, Oklahoma and “The Immigrant” in Tontitown, Arkansas.
Survivors include his wife of sixty-six years, Dorris McSpadden Black; two sons, Richard Black and wife Louise of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Russell Black and wife, Brenda of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; one sister, Joyce Milam of Kingsland, Texas; four grandchildren, Keith Andrew Black, J. Stephen Black, Jeffrey R. and wife Vale Sharp Black, and Cindy Whitehouse; seven great-grandchildren, Michael, Rebecca, Jasmine, Theodore and Jackson Black, and Natalee and Ian Whitehouse.
The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Luginbuel Chapel.
Funeral Service will be held Thursday, December 28, 2006 - 10:00 A.M. at the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove, with Charles Jackson and Bill Hooten officiating. Burial will follow in Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Keith Andrew Black, John Stephen Black, Jeffrey Richard Black, Michael Alexander Black, Mitchell Whitehouse, Eddie McClelland, Dick Murray and Jim Sharp.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com
85, a resident of Prairie Grove, passed away December 25, 2006 at the Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville. He was born April 2, 1921 at Des Moines, New Mexico, the son of Corwin E. and Loa Thornton Black.
He was a member of the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove. Keith moved his family from New Mexico to Northwest Arkansas in 1953. Keith was a cattleman and worked as a stone mason with E. Fay Jones. He studied sculpture under Willard Stone and under Subrati Lahiri at the University of Arkansas. Black won several awards as a western and wildlife sculptor. Examples of his public art include life-size bronzes: “The Coal Miner” in McAlester, Oklahoma and “The Immigrant” in Tontitown, Arkansas.
Survivors include his wife of sixty-six years, Dorris McSpadden Black; two sons, Richard Black and wife Louise of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Russell Black and wife, Brenda of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; one sister, Joyce Milam of Kingsland, Texas; four grandchildren, Keith Andrew Black, J. Stephen Black, Jeffrey R. and wife Vale Sharp Black, and Cindy Whitehouse; seven great-grandchildren, Michael, Rebecca, Jasmine, Theodore and Jackson Black, and Natalee and Ian Whitehouse.
The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Luginbuel Chapel.
Funeral Service will be held Thursday, December 28, 2006 - 10:00 A.M. at the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove, with Charles Jackson and Bill Hooten officiating. Burial will follow in Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Keith Andrew Black, John Stephen Black, Jeffrey Richard Black, Michael Alexander Black, Mitchell Whitehouse, Eddie McClelland, Dick Murray and Jim Sharp.
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
10:00 am
Church of Christ - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 78, Space 10
General
Apr 2, 1921
Dec 25, 2006
85
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Tributes
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Black, another Prairie Grove "larger than life" figure. He will not be forgotten.
Carolyn Bartholomew - Friend
Keith and Dori are very special to us. We're glad we got to spend time with them in recent years. Keith's art work we have in our home is now more dpecial than ever.
We will not be able to attend the funeral, but we look forward to visiting Doris very soon.
Randall And Anna Spear - Friends
I met Keith at Fayetteville City Hospital. He was always such a joy to be around and he made work seem a lot more fun. I am so sorry for your loss.
Brandi Smith - Fayetteville City Hospital
I went to school with Russell and Richard and became acquainted with "Black" and "Missy". "Black, as Missy often referred to him, was a funny and amusing man and was a friend to all the kids at PGHS. He could always bring a smile to your face. He gave me a crash course in dairy cattle in the early 60's when I was competing in the Dairy Princess Contest. I have many wonderful memories of "Black" and "Missy". He will be fondly remembered. With Loving Memories, Sharon
Sharon Ramsey McCarver - Family Friend
Keith and Dorris were our "pewmates" at church in Prairie Grove. Keith was an absolute delight to talk to, and was an inspiration to everyone. It will be difficult to adjust to seeing Dorris by herself, but we know Keith is in a better place. When Cherie saw the beautiful sunset we had today (Wednesday, December 27, 2006), she said Keith had told God to let everyone know he loves them, and then she started crying. There will be a lot of that for a while.
Bill And Cherie Bradley - Acquaintance
Doris and Family,
I am so sorry to hear the news about Keith. Keith and Doris always amazed me because of the positive attitude they had. So many talents that inspired all of us in Prairie Grove. Keith will alway be in our hearts but will be missed deeply.
Lila Chambers - Banker
We were so sorry to learn of Mr Black's passing. We extend you our deepest sympathys. We have known him for so long, it seems it is now 50 years. He was a kind and gentle man. We wish you our best regards.
Chuck and Mary
Chuck & Mary Webb - Friend
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Church of Christ - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 78, Space 10
General
Apr 2, 1921
Dec 25, 2006
85
Documents