Leon Snook Kichline Jr.
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Leon "Snook" Kichline Jr,
Age 77, a resident of West Fork, Arkansas, joined his Heavenly Father on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born March 5, 1947 in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, the son of Leon Elbert and Esther Irene (Miller) Kichline.
Leon married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie Kichline (Smith), after proudly serving his country in the United States Army. He is most known for his engineering and talented mechanical skills which he used to help anyone who was ever in need. He retired from the City of Fayetteville as Maintenance Supervisor at the Fayetteville Municipal Airport.
He was a faithful member of the Liberty Eighty Six Church in Strickler, Arkansas.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Lee Kichline and one nephew Sean Kichline.
He leaves behind his adoring family include his wife of 56 years Bonnie Lou Kichline; three children Brian Kichline and wife Crystal of West Fork, Arkansas, Cory Kichline and wife Angie of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Holly Davenport and husband Dave of West Fork, Arkansas; one brother Larry Kichline and wife Jo Lynn of Springdale, Arkansas; seven grandchildren Ezra Kichline and wife Ezri, Rheana Samuels and husband James, Avery Kichline, Ashton Kichline, Parker Kichline, Bryson Kichline, and Braylee Davenport; two sisters-in-law Jean Johnson and husband Richard and Brenda King and husband Jeff; one brother-in-law Bob Stocklas; numerous nieces and nephews including Julian Kichline, Chris Kichline and Curtis Kichline as well as countless other loving friends and family members.
Memorial service will be held Monday, September 23, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. at Zinnamon Church in Strickler, Arkansas, officiated by Leon's best friend Donnie Napier. Burial was in the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Age 77, a resident of West Fork, Arkansas, joined his Heavenly Father on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born March 5, 1947 in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, the son of Leon Elbert and Esther Irene (Miller) Kichline.
Leon married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie Kichline (Smith), after proudly serving his country in the United States Army. He is most known for his engineering and talented mechanical skills which he used to help anyone who was ever in need. He retired from the City of Fayetteville as Maintenance Supervisor at the Fayetteville Municipal Airport.
He was a faithful member of the Liberty Eighty Six Church in Strickler, Arkansas.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Lee Kichline and one nephew Sean Kichline.
He leaves behind his adoring family include his wife of 56 years Bonnie Lou Kichline; three children Brian Kichline and wife Crystal of West Fork, Arkansas, Cory Kichline and wife Angie of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Holly Davenport and husband Dave of West Fork, Arkansas; one brother Larry Kichline and wife Jo Lynn of Springdale, Arkansas; seven grandchildren Ezra Kichline and wife Ezri, Rheana Samuels and husband James, Avery Kichline, Ashton Kichline, Parker Kichline, Bryson Kichline, and Braylee Davenport; two sisters-in-law Jean Johnson and husband Richard and Brenda King and husband Jeff; one brother-in-law Bob Stocklas; numerous nieces and nephews including Julian Kichline, Chris Kichline and Curtis Kichline as well as countless other loving friends and family members.
Memorial service will be held Monday, September 23, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. at Zinnamon Church in Strickler, Arkansas, officiated by Leon's best friend Donnie Napier. Burial was in the National Cemetery in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Zinnamon Church - Strickler, Arkansas
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Mar 5, 1947
Sep 19, 2024
77
Tributes
My dearest Arkansas family,
Although Snook (husband, father, pappy, brother, and my beloved brother in law) is no longer with us, he will forever remain in our hearts and his spirit will always be felt. He was an amazing man that showed us all how to live life to the fullest and give back to others. I will miss him dearly. Such a kind hearted man. I am so glad I got to visit in April this year and spend time with the family. RIP Snook. I will love you forever.
Love Brenda
Brenda L King - Sister In Law
Leon was one who could always make you smile. He had a spark about him that just drew others too him. He was kind and cheerful and would never hesitate to give out some folksy wisdom and advice. I am gonna miss his visits and I know he is looking down on us all laughing and smiling, that is if he isn't up there busy trying to figure out why the holy gates are squeaking and figuring out how to fix them.
We will all miss you Leon!
Till we meet again,
Bobby Todd
Robert Stocklas - Nephew
I have no word to express what a sad day it is to loose such a great guy like Snook . Meant a lot to me to know this man , He is one of the good ones. Anyone who knows him knew what a great husband , father, grandfather , Uncle, Brother in law and freind to many. He would give anyone the shirt off his back. Always welcomed anyone with open arms ! I will surely, surely, miss him . Love you Snook , Your family in Pa will never forget the kindness you always showed us !!!????
Jean - Brother in law
So sorry to learn of Leon's passing. As stated, he had such a spark and joy about him - it was contagious! He designed and built an amazing Kayak trailer for me years ago, then we lost touch for a long time. I am so greatful that we reconnected recently at the VA. I will miss his smile, but look forward to rejoicing with him again on the other side of eternity.
Dr. M. Wilson - Friend
So sorry to see this Leon was a great person always willing to help anyone in need he will be missed HUGS to the family
Debbie Hudson - Friend
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Zinnamon Church - Strickler, Arkansas
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Mar 5, 1947
Sep 19, 2024
77