Arthur Emile LeJong

Arthur Emile LeJong, 82, of Greenwood, Arkansas passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020 in a Fort Smith hospital. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force, veteran of the Vietnam War, member of the V.F.W. Post #6527, Greenwood Masonic Lodge #131 F&AM and Jenny Lind Masonic Lodge #503 F&AM.

Graveside service with military honors will be 10 a.m., Thursday, July 2 at the U.S. National Cemetery under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood. Viewing will be Wednesday from 2 – 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

He is survived by one son, Michael LeJong and wife, Katie of Greenwood; one daughter, DeLynn McCash and husband, Rodney of Jefferson City, TN; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Sue LeJong, one son, Mark LeJong and a sister, Ella Mae Holland.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Methodist Village Senior Living Foundation, 7811 Euper Lane, Fort Smith, AR 72903.