OBITUARY
WILLIAM G LISKO
February 13, 1929 – December 17, 2020
William George Lisko of North Little Rock, Arkansas was born February 13, 1929 in Slovak, Arkansas, the son of the late George and Louise Lisko. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Marche and was a farmer in Prairie County until 1988. Later he went to work for the Diocese of Little Rock, retiring at the age of 75.
He was known for his ready smile and open heart. In his free time, Willie cherished his family time and dancing with his bride. Family always came first for Willie, and being a dedicated farmer no doubt enjoyed the reputation of having the prettiest tractor drivers in the county.
Mr. Lisko left this world at The Lakes Nursing Home in Maumelle on Thursday, December 17th 2020 at the age of 91.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one infant daughter, Mary, one brother, Johnny Lisko and one grandson, Ian Patrick Dillon.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Jeannette Hess Lisko; sons, Larry (Marie) Lisko of Little Rock, Chris Lisko of North Little Rock, and Tim (Liz) Lisko of Fairfax, Virginia; daughters, Pam Lisko of Ashdown, Charlene (David) Chwalinski of North Little Rock, Monica (David) Luneau of Conway, Regina (David) Ward Petal, Mississippi, and Della (John) Dillon of Maumelle; Twenty six grandchildren and thirty three great-grandchildren 3 brothers; Paul Lisko, Joe Lisko, Tommy Lisko and 4 sisters; Katherine Plafcan, Marie Hargis, Helen Henry, Betty Masingale and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in North Little Rock. Visitation will be at 10:00am with a rosary being said at 10:30 a.m. at the church. No graveside services will be held, burial will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 7006 Jasna Gora Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72118 or Subiaco Abby, 405 North Subiaco Ave, Subiaco, AR 72865
Due to Covid 19, masks must be worn and social distancing is required.
Services
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Rosary
Monday, December 21, 2020
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Funeral Mass
Monday, December 21, 2020
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INURNMENT
Friday, July 23, 2021
Memories
WILLIAM G LISKO
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ADD A MEMORYEvelyn Elgin
December 21, 2020
Jeanette, you and your family have my sympathy, love and prayers. I feel fortunate that I grew up with Willie and his siblings and I extend sympathy to them as well . God bless all of you and give you strength and peace.
Quentin Lauer
December 21, 2020
Jo and I remember Willie and Jeanette from St John’s Center. He was always lending a helping hand when our Retrouvaille community was doing a weekend. Thank you Willie for being there for us.
Tim Liskl
December 21, 2020
My father was a great man of faith, integrity, and compassion. He always had a ready smile for everyone and loved to share funny stories. He taught me not to wear a hat in the house, to dust yourself off if you were going into town, to not say everything you know, and to wear your Sunday best to Mass! He demonstrated his great faith through many life adversities, always trusting God’s Plan. He was always supportive and proud of his family. His is a great example of a life well lived... and my hero.
Mike Berg
December 20, 2020
Willie had the greatest smile and an inspiration to all of us Subiaco mates.
br joseph Koehler
December 19, 2020
Great Memories when we visited them on the rice farm--Where we would go rabbit hunting and argue who shot what and always were served a good meal
Charlene Chwalinski
December 19, 2020
Daddy was a Great Dad! He was very firm in his religion and religious beliefs. He was well-respected and I think EVERYONE knew him. He was a very kind dad who didn't yell a lot. I remember if he ever said "Damn" with a harsh tone, no one moved or said anything. That's to say he could get his point across without any cussing or harsh words. He loved people and he loved to smile. We will miss him, but we know he is no longer in pain. I am very blessed to have had him for a dad!
Mary Canterbury
December 18, 2020
I remember seeing him at the seminary when I was visiting my uncle. I have such good memories of your family and Slovak. May he rest in peace. My sincere condolences to all your family. Betty, I would love to be back in touch.
Marie Lisko
December 18, 2020
Willie was a great spiritual advisor and mentor to me as I converted to Catholicism when I married his oldest son Larry in 1982. He was a very social person and never met a stranger. His eyes twinkled often during conversations and his smile was sweet and endearing. My own father died shortly after I became a Lisko and Willie easily included me as another daughter. He loved the babies and young children that joined this large family. He will be greatly missed.
Yvette DeVore Clark
December 18, 2020
Growing up across the road from y’all made me feel like he was a second father to me. Many sweet memories were made with him and y’all ❤️