James Lee, “J.L.” Kidd, Jr.

Unknown - Aug 16th, 2006

Birth Date: Unknown
Death Date: Aug 16, 2006
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Biography: James Lee, “J.L.” Kidd, Jr., of Little Rock, died Wednesday August 16, 2006. He was born in Choctaw, Arkansas later moving with his parents to Little Rock and Fort Smith where he graduated from high school. After graduating from Hendrix College in Conway, he joined the United States Marines serving in the South Pacific and China, and later serving in the Korean Conflict, reaching the rank of Lt. Colonel, and was awarded the Bronze Star. Upon his return to Little Rock he graduated from law school in 1948, beginning his career of 55 years in the practice of law with partner J.B. Dodds, later becoming the firm of Dodds, Kidd and Ryan. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Little Rock, a 32nd Degree Mason and Jester. He was also a member of the Arkansas, Pulaski County and American Bar Associations. He loved going to the races in Hot Springs as well as hunting and fishing. J.L. is survived by his wife Beverly Hart Kidd of Little Rock, 3 sons: James L. Kidd, III, of Little Rock, Judson C. Kidd and wife Jean Ann of Little Rock, John B. Kidd of Houston, Texas; a brother, Bill Kidd and wife Lois of Little Rock, 5 grandchildren: Karman Fegtly of Little Rock, Katherine Thomas of Boston, Massachusetts, Ashley Watters of Little Rock, Carrie Bell of Little Rock, Judson Kidd, Jr. of Atlanta, Georgia, and 8 great-grandchildren. Visitation is 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 17, 2006 at Ruebel Funeral Home. Funeral Services are at 11:00 am Friday, August 18, 2006 at First United Methodist Church Little Rock officiated by Reverend David Williams. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or the Arkansas Heart Association.

Condolences(19)

Marilyn Mize Metzger

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I met J.L. about forty years ago, when my brother, Jack Mize introduced me to him. He was my lawyer when I divorced, he represented my son, and so on. When you had J.L. in your court you were fearless. He was a take charge man. I am glad I was fortunate enough to know him for many years. I have prayer for comfort for your family. You can be very proud of your Dad.
God Bless You,
Marilyn Metzger

The Medlin family, Ernie, Barbara, Kay and Gay

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

To the Kidd family,

It was so sad for us to hear of your loss. J. L. was nice man and we are proud to consider him a friend of ours. We share your grief and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Draxie Rogers

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Judd,
What a wonderful, long life your dad enjoyed. And his accomplishments seem endless. I'm glad you had him as long as you did. But I know it's never easy to let someone you love go. You're in my thoughts and I wish you and Jean Ann wonderful memories and easier days ahead.
Sincerely, Draxie Rogers

Danny and Paula Stobaugh

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Karman and family.

We are so sorry to learn of your grandfather's death. We will always remember him as a fine man and a good neighbor. Losing him we know is a great loss to your family. Our prayers are for your comfort during this time.

Danny and Paula

Deannie Weast Garrett

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so sorry for your lost, but I know one thing for sure their is some hunting going on in Heaven now, J.B. Daddy, Judge Kirby and J.L. are together again, may God be with you all...Love you all Deannie

Mike and Larita Berg

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our prayers are with you.

Criminal Probation Staff

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We will keep you in our prayers...

From: Charles, Renee, Gloria, Helen, Sue, Tiffany, Denise, Ryan, Chris Porter.

Maggie Bush

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My deepest sympathies to all of the family in the loss of this incredible man. He always had a way of making me smile and usually laugh outloud. No other attorney I know of has impacted my life as much as J. L. did. He was a kind, generous, and loving man and one of the finest attorneys in the State. He always had the time to listen and his advice and his friendship were treasured by all of us who had the pleasure to work with him. He was truly a gentleman and a scholar and we will miss him terribly.

Richard & Shirle Saxton

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We are so sorry to hear about J.L. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Alton McMillan

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mr. Kidd appeared before me for hundereds of clients. Never once did he sell the client short, and at the same time was both respectful and friendly. A good lawyer and a nice man.

Kay Medlin

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Dealonnia Alberson-Cook

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I will always remember JL and my dad sitting at the "round table" at National Investors having lunch. JL always had a smile on his face. The legal world just lost a good man. Our deepest sympathy to the family.

Rogers T. Cockrill

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Judd & Jean Ann,

I am sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed hearing stories about your father. Let me know if there is anything that I can do.

Dr. & Mrs. Edwin N. Barron

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

J.L. was a wonder man. We have pictures at our house eating lobster and later watermelon on the deck. He was always a gentleman. We enjoyed his company and was honored to see him in the office. May the lord wrap you in his love and hold you there during this most difficult time.
Heaven is blessed today.
May God be with you and bless you all.

The Hockersmith Family

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

J.L. and the entire "Kidd Family" has meant so much to our family over the years. You will all be in our prayers as we remember and celebrate the life of J.L. Kidd.

Josie Gantt

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Beckie Miles

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

To the Family:

I am so sorry to hear about ""Pop". I was his friend and banker at Pulaski Bank for 18 years and loved every minute of it. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. He was a beloved Man.

Paula Pendergrass Allen

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jean Ann and Jud, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you all.

Melanie Miller

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jud, Jimmy & John:

My deepest sympathies to you and yours for the loss of Mr. J.L.

When I think of the thousands of lives he touched from all walks of life, I know he will be truly missed.

As one of his partners said to me today, "It's the end of an era" which pretty well sums it up. The era of the "Gentlemen Lawyer" whose word is his bond, his clients always come first and whatever walk of life they came from, they were treated with respect and dignity, and their fellow lawyers were their adversaries only in the Courtroom.

God Bless You All
Melanie Miller

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