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Loyd E. Stump

October 31, 1950 — October 23, 2017

Loyd E. Stump, 66, of Paragould, made his journey to Heaven on Monday. He attended Oak Grove Baptist Church and was a veteran of the United States Army. He married the love of his life, Ruth Stone, on October 21, 1978. During his life, Loyd spent many years working on oil rigs in the gulf. He also worked for Darling Store Fixtures for over 20 years. However, he was known more for his love of people and caring heart. He would always go out of his way to help anyone in need. Loyd was a great cook, and he was an avid fisherman. Loyd was the son of the late Herman Stump and the late Elizabeth Melton. He was also preceded in death by his son, Michael Edward Stump; brothers, Jimmy and Alfred Stump; and sisters, Joyce Bassett and Janice Brewer.

Survivors included his loving wife of 39 years, Ruth Stump; children, James (Missy) Stump, Michelle (Ben) Knuckles, and Jason Stump; daughter-in-law, Julie Stump; sister, Virginia Weatherford; grandchildren, Christopher, Matthew, Tiffany, Jonathan, Zachary, Joshua, Bradly, Harly, Kasy, Jacob, Michael, Jr. (M.J.), and Makayla; great grandchildren, Gavin, Emily, Brylin, Harly, and Daxton; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation is Wednesday evening from 5-7 at Heath Funeral Home. The funeral is Thursday at 11am at Heath Colonial Chapel with Rev. David Stallings officiating. Burial is in New Friendship Cemetery. Pallbearers are Michelle Knuckles, James Stump, Dallas Stone, Justin Morris, Noah Morris, Tim Stone, and Daniel Clifton.

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Wednesday, October 25, 2017

5:00 - 7:00 pm

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Thursday, October 26, 2017

Starts at 11:00 am

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New Friendship Cemetery

Greene Road 514, Paragould, AR

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