John "Jack" William Fink

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Biography: John ?Jack? William Fink, 59, of Little Rock passed away February 9, 2015 with his family at his side. He was born on March 17, 1955 in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late Jean and Boyd Fink Jr. Jack is survived by his wife of 35 years, Jane, their two daughters, Mary Ryan Nicholson(Michael) and Ann Aday(David) and two grandsons, Andrew and Nathan Aday, as well as his mother-in-law, Joyce Dillingham. Jack is also survived by his sister, Kathy Farmer(Jim), his brother, Boyd Fink III(Meryl) and his sister, Ginny Slaton. Also surviving Jack are his step-mother, Roberta Fricke Fink and her three children, Rob Fricke(Marianne), Dan Fricke(Mary) Becky Fricke White(Lance) and an extensive extended family. Jack grew up in both Florida and Louisiana, and was a graduate of Ben Franklin High School in New Orleans. Jack was a graduate of Centenary College of Louisiana where he was a proud member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He was also a graduate of Vanderbilt School of Law. Jack was a well-respected practicing attorney in Arkansas and Tennessee for over 30 years as well as a partner in the law firms now known as Jack, Nelson, Jones, and James, House, Downing. Jack was a member of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church. Jack was a fine example of a man in every way; he was filled with integrity and a great deal of love for his family. A visitation will be held Wednesday, February 11, 2015 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. with a rosary starting at 6:30 p.m. at Ruebel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials should be made to Arkansas Hospice, 14 Parkstone Circle North Little Rock, AR 72116. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

Condolences(38)

Vickie Stewart

#38

Feb 9th, 2024 1:19 pm

Still missing this wonderful fella and sending warm thoughts to the family always.

Robby Senn

#37

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

What a great guy Jack was. I think a lot about
the good times I had with him at Centenary.
Often when a Rolling Stones song comes on the radio I remember him dancing. Good friend and a hard worker.

Godspeed Jack.

Virginia Slaton

#36

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was truly a southern gentleman and a family man. Jane, he loved his family so very much. There aren't words to express how much Jack will be missed. I hope the Lord will comfort, bless, and keep you all now and always.

Jaclyn Roberts Elmore

#35

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was an inspiration to me and so many others. He will be greatly missed. Jane, I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Roger Clegg

#34

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

In our high school class, Jack was voted "Best All Around." That's an appropriate tribute to him. He was a fine man in every way, we were lucky to know him, and he will be greatly missed.

Nikki Heil

#33

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My deepest sympathy to the family. Jack was one of a kind. Knowing Jack for so many years blessed my life in many ways. He was more than a professional acquaintance I considered him a friend. I will never forget the legal assistance he provided this single mother going through the most terrible time of her life. Jack was full of support and direction without being judgemental. Rest in Peace my friend. God be with your family and grant the grace they need during this time.

Susan Rice Schmidt

#32

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Hi Jane. I have thought of you and Jack often since I found out about his Parkinsons. I am glad that God allowed him to ease away to Him without years upon years of suffering. I went to our Centenary yearbooks last night and flipped through the pages seeing all of us fresh faced and young. It was a priviledge to be a part of your Centenary experience. Although leaving this earth was early, he is 100% healed now. May Jesus love on you through your tears,through your memories. May your days to come find comfort in many ways through many people.

Ginger Stuart

#31

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was so incredibly kind to me when I was a law clerk for JLJ. He was a wonderful man who cared about everyone in the office, from the lawyers to the staff to the law clerks. I appreciate all he taught me, both professionally and ethically, about how to be an attorney. I'm honored to have known him and will miss his warm smile and personality. I'll be praying for comfort and peace for Jack's family.

Evelyn and Wal Fink

#30

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was the epitome of someone who did not say how to treat other folks, HE LIVED IT
A wonderful family ma, an astute and caring attorney and a friend to all who came to know him.

A wonderful family man to all his real family and his extended one.

We love you Jack,always. Remember you and your family in our prayers.

Carol Fritts

#29

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was just a law student when I met him. We went on to enjoy many years working together at the Gill Law Firm. I will miss him terribly.

Elizabeth Ann (EA) Waddell

#28

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was such a wonderful person, boss, friend and attorney. I loved hearing all of Jack's Sam and George stories. I know he loved Jane, Mary Ryan, Ann and his grandsons to the moon and back. My deepest sympathies to you all.

Sandra Capps

#27

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

It was with sorrow that I learned today of Mr.Fink's passing. While I was never privileged to meet him face to face, I was very impressed with his kindness to all. My condolences to his family, employees and friends.

Wrenaudja Daniels

#26

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mr Fink was a amzazing attorney.I work for Pulaksi County District Court , where Mr Fink filed alot of his complaints.Him and Mrs Cindy were always polite and professional. My condolence to Mr. Finks family and friends.

Curtis Bowman

#25

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was a great lawyer, law partner and most importantly a great person. Jack was steady and you could always count on him. My condolences to Jack's family.

Frank Poff

#24

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was a brother to me and many other friends, even if we didn't get to be together often. He set the standard for ethics, ability, civility, grace under pressure and kindness, both in his law practice and his personal life. He was proud of his family beyond measure. He is sorely missed.

Curtis Melancon

#23

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Passionate. Devoted. Those of us who knew Jack from Centenary have many memories that speak to these traits. Jack will always be cherished for his generous heart and wonderful laugh. He had a great mind and always challenged us to keep up. Jack and I roomed together after college, while Jack waited for his beloved Jane to finish Centenary. No fool, he put Vanderbilt on hold while courting Jane and laboring at a job that he could do with half his brain tied behind his back. What a guy! Always a gentleman. Your family is in our prayers. AEKDB

B.J. Pritchett

#22

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack Fink was the best - even tempered, thoughtful and willing to go after the world to make things right. He was one of the best attorneys. The world will feel his loss and the heavens will welcome him home.

My deepest sympathies to his family and friends who too feel the loss of such a great man.

Satena Scoggin

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was an amazing man. He was such a gentleman. He was not the old attorney cliches we have all laughed about. He was an attorney that other attorneys should strive to be like. He loved his family so much. I miss the days he would share pictures and stories with me about his first grandson. Ms. Jane, I send prayers up and much love to you and your family.

Annie Reed Martin

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My deepest condolences to Jack's family--we went to high school together and he was my prom date in 1973. We were good buddies and I'm certain he asked me because I was moving away and wouldn't be in New Orleans for my senior year--that was the kind of boy he was, and from the comments written about him, that was the kind of man he became. I know he will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

Peter Skrmetti

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jane, Our sympathies to you and to all the family. Peter

Jim petty

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I will miss jack very much. He was always so very kind and helpful. He was an excellent lawyer and a good friend. We visited several times about how fortunate he was to have his children and grandchildren living so close by. He will be missed by all who knew him. My deepest sympathies.

Larry Jegley, Jr.

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was a lawyer's lawyer, a fine man, a community asset. We are better for his life and less with his passing. Peace.

Kim Hughens Winter

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jane, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Sisi Coiron Lamothe

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry for your loss.
I was one of the fortunate who was introduced to Jack at Centenary. He was one of those people that you never forget. What a wonderful person.

Gail Fenton Pesses

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

On behalf of the Ben Franklin Class of '73, I would like to offer our sympathy and prayers to Jack's family. During his high school years with us, it was clear that Jack was destined to be a great leader and great man. We share your grief at this sad time while feeling honored to have known him.

Lucie Thornton

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was saddened to learn of Jack's illness and passing. He was a joy to have known. Jane, you and your daughters are in my thoughts and prayers. May Jack rest in peace, and may God's peace be with you.

Becky Murphy

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My warm hugs and prayers go to Jane and the family. It was a joy to watch Jack and Jane fall in love back in college and he took such good care of all of his Kappa Sigma brothers as well as the little sisters at Centenary. I felt honored to call him a friend and a big brother.

Lynn Lile Wright

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was such a good man and lawyer; I truly enjoyed working with him. Your family continues to be in my prayers!

Eugene G. & Marie V. Sayre

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our love and deepest sympathy.

Tony DiCarlo

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was both a mentor and a friend. He was always so giving of his time to me as a young lawyer. He was not only one of the finest lawyers I have every known, but a truly kind and great man. Jane, I am very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Don A. Eilbott

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

A tremendous attorney, a warm kind man, who cared about the health and happiness of his friends and the dignity of the law.

Martha Kelley

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jane, sincere sympathy to you, Mary Ryan, Ann and all of your family. Jack was an excellent and outstanding man and I am honored to have known him. Thinking of you and sending love.

Gary and Wendie Weare

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jane, I am beyond saddened to hear about Jack. He was my boss, my mentor and above all my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. He was as great and they get.

ann and Rick runs

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Sending you much love and prayers for peace of mind during these days.

Greg Bryant

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

very very sad to see of Jack's passing. He was a friend who I enjoyed "battling" with -because he was so ethical.

Matt House

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I had the privilege of practicing law with Jack for a few years, knew him socially for years prior to that, and had lunch with him countless times. Jack was a great mentor and friend, and always a level-headed, calming presence in the room.

One of my favorite "Jack phrases" was---when he was referring to someone that he really admired---Jack would say that "he was a prince of a guy." I will miss Jack very much, and I will always remember him as a prince of a guy.

Susan Dunn

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jane -- my deepest condolences to you and your family. Jack was a fine man. I only wish I'd had the opportunity to know him a little longer! Prayers for comfort in the days ahead.

Curtis Jeffries

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jack was a great man with a great family. I could not have made it through Mary Ryan's and Chase's high school years without Jane and Jack. God bless your family, Jane, Mary Ryan and Ann.

John "Jack" William Fink

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