William Nick "W.N." Vafakos
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William Nick "W.N" Vafakos
Age 94, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025 at the Arkansas State Veterans Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born June 13, 1930 in Strickler, Arkansas, the son of James and Hazel (Crawley) Vafakos.
W.N. retired from the Lincoln School District as Asst. Superintendent. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers Paul Vafakos and Philinopolis Vafakos.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years Dr. Virginia Woods Vafakos; one son Patrick "Nicco" Vafakos of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; two daughters Katrina "Thea" Vafakos of Palatine, Illinois, and Varoniquica "Gely" Clay of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; seven grandchildren Brooklyn Berry, Lamon Berry, Baeley Berry, Markus Vafakos, Kailo Clay, DJ Clay, and Ariah Clay.
The family will receive friends Monday, March 17, 2025, 6:00-7:00 PM at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 18th, 2025, at Bug Scuffle Cemetery in West Fork, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Bug Scuffle Cemetery.
Age 94, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025 at the Arkansas State Veterans Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born June 13, 1930 in Strickler, Arkansas, the son of James and Hazel (Crawley) Vafakos.
W.N. retired from the Lincoln School District as Asst. Superintendent. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers Paul Vafakos and Philinopolis Vafakos.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years Dr. Virginia Woods Vafakos; one son Patrick "Nicco" Vafakos of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; two daughters Katrina "Thea" Vafakos of Palatine, Illinois, and Varoniquica "Gely" Clay of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; seven grandchildren Brooklyn Berry, Lamon Berry, Baeley Berry, Markus Vafakos, Kailo Clay, DJ Clay, and Ariah Clay.
The family will receive friends Monday, March 17, 2025, 6:00-7:00 PM at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 18th, 2025, at Bug Scuffle Cemetery in West Fork, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Bug Scuffle Cemetery.
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Bug Scuffle Cemetery
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
Final Resting Place
General
Jun 13, 1930
Mar 8, 2025
94
Tributes
I am so very sorry to hear of WN’s passing and I am praying without ceasing for all of you. What a wonderful life you built together in those 61 years!
Dorothy Ivey - Friend
We only talked a few times but what we talked about will stay with me forever, he was a great man and loved his family dearly, his memories and stories will live on. Im greatful to have had the chance to meet him. His family will forever be in my prayers.
T - Nobody
W.N. was a kind, honest, very caring person and a great principal. I had the privilege of working as his secretary at the Lincoln Elementary School for several years and he always conducted himself in a very professional manner. I am so sorry hearing of his passing and Virginia and family have my prayers.
Dorothy A Thomas - friend
He was my elementary school principal from 1978-1983 and resided next to my dad at the Veterans' Home. Sending love an prayers.
Tiffany Bell Daniels - former student
My sincerest condolences to you, Virginia as well as your children. Take care and always remember the good times.
Merice Mills - Friend
Virginia - so sorry for your loss. My sympathy goes to you and your family.
Linda Sims
Linda Sims - Friend
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Bug Scuffle Cemetery
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
Final Resting Place
General
Jun 13, 1930
Mar 8, 2025
94