Ben Byrd

Ben Byrd, 70, of Smackover, passed away, Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. He was born September 13, 1947 to William and Sally Fred Brown Byrd in El Dorado, AR.

He attended Castle Heights Military Academy from 1962-1963, and graduated from Smackover High School in 1965. Ben was a member of the Air Force from January 19, 1967-October 24, 1972, and as the Owner of Ben's Harley Davidson/ARKLA. Ben also owned Trinity Oil Company, and was the Associate Pastor of Louann Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister.

Survivors include his wife, Marsha Ellen Deal Byrd of Smackover; seven children, Terri Brewer of Hampton, Christi Proffitt (Michael) of Camden, Joshua Byrd (Jennifer) of McNeil, Kathryn Byrd of Smackover, Inga Vituka (Edgar) of Key West, FL, Cody Johnson of Camden, Alexia Johnson of Hope; seven grandchildren, Jessica, Matthew, John, Seth, Kara, Abbey, Averi; three great grandchildren, Layla, Dallas, Aleena; and his faithful companions, Bear, Sweet Pea, Lily, and Lil Mama. He was a loving father, a wonderful husband, and a faithful friend.

Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2018 at Young's.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 18, 2018 at Young's Chapel with Bro. Robert Thornton officiating. Burial will follow at Marysville Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Directors.

Serving as pallbearers are Tony Sitkler, Chris Burson, Cody Johnson, Ingra Vituka, Seth Byrd and Jamie Coke.

An online guest registry will be available at www.youngsfuneralhome.com