Jeffrey Phillip Deloney

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Biography: JEFFREY PHILLIP DELONEY, age 49, of Little Rock, died June 27, 2018. Jeff was born on April 25, 1969, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to Linda and Phil Deloney. He moved with his family to Little Rock in 1972 and was a ?free-range? Hillcrest kid who loved growing up in his family-friendly, slightly-hippy neighborhood. He graduated from Central High School in 1987 and attended the University of Arkansas Fayetteville where he was proud to be a Sigma Chi. Jeff was an exceptional salesman and was energetic and creative in marketing and advertising. From his start in the food services industry and insurance sales, through more than a decade at KTHV Channel 11 and subsequent media outlets, he had the ability to relate easily with all types of people. His clients, colleagues, and competitors became his friends. Jeff was predeceased by his grandparents, Len T. and Floy Belle Deloney and Paul and Nelwyn Keller, his uncle Tommy Deloney, and cousin Sara Jo Renigar. Jeff is survived by his parents, his brother Brian and his wife, Angela, and their children, Austin and Madelyn; his aunts, Paula Nichols of Benton and Cindy Keller of Harrison, and uncle Fred Keller (Pat) of Harrison; cousins Tom Deloney and Sheri Deloney, of Houston TX; Kari Henard of Bryant, Jennifer McBride, of Russellville, and Matt Keller, Lane Keller, and Tracy Renigar, all of Harrison. Close family members include Pauline Tabor of Jefferson, TX, Georgia Harris of Fayetteville, Tom and Sandy Kimbro of Cleburne, TX, and Adrienne Elrod of Washington DC. Visitation will be Monday, July 2, 2018 from 4-6 pm at Ruebel Funeral Home. A private family inurnment, to be officiated at his request by Rev. Louann Averitt Brace, will be held in the Columbarium at First United Methodist Church Little Rock. Arrangements are by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com. Jeff loved many pets throughout his life and would have appreciated memorials to the Humane Society of Pulaski County.

Condolences(25)

Dent Gitchel

#25

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My condolences to the Deloney family. I remember Jeff fondly playing soccer and growing up together in Hillcrest.

Donna Hadfield Foss

#24

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Love and prayers from Donna and Jim Foss. May your wonderful memories give you comfort.

Yong Chung

#23

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Dr. and Mr. Deloney, I am sorry for your loss. I can not begin to imagine the loss of one's child. I pray that you may find peace and offer you my sincere condolences.

Sarah E Mills

#22

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jeffrey, thought a lot bout you over the weekend,,, glad I got to know you thru work. We enjoyed some good times at your home on the course, too,, We were a pretty tight nit group back then; a family.
May you rest in peace,,,
Sarah

Mary Cantrell

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

May his memory be eternal. Paul and I are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Proffitt

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

In 1996 I was lucky enough to be introduced to Jeff when he got in the TV business at KTHV. At the time, I was working as an Account Executive at KARK and we instantly hit it off as great friends never seeing ourselves as competitors. Over the years we remained close and I was blessed having a special bond with him these last several years. So many things come to my mind when I think of Jeff, but the one thing that will always stand out is his love for his family and his huge heart he always had for others. Jeff's special gift was lifting others up and making them feel as if they were the most important person. He did so many special things for me and my children over the years that I will never forget. I will miss his face and the many phone calls I would receive and hear him say, "Hey Boo Boo" on the other end. Words cannot express how much he will be missed. I thank God for giving me the opportunity to know and love him as I did. Rest in peace in my sweet friend. I will never forget you and the laughter. My constant prayers are going up to his entire family; Phil, Linda, Brian, Angela, Austin and Madelyn as well as his countless friends that loved him.

Glen Goode

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I enjoyed our time together at THV! Prayers to his family. Jeff will be missed.

Armistead Reasoner

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My condolences to all you loved Jeff. Jeff's soul was fabulous.

Danny White

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So very sorry. Jeff always made me laugh and helped me with selling on big projects. He always would go to a lot of trouble to make everyone feel appreciated. He will always be missed.

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Jim & Judy Hall

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

The loss of a child is devastating regardless of their age. Please accept our sincerest condolences. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

David Craft

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I called Jeff a friend and worked with him for many years. We had good times together and I can hear his voice ringing up the hall when he saw me "Crafty!". We did a lot of business together through the years, and enjoyed our time together. He was one of the good guys and very well liked by everyone that knew him. We played golf together many times and I loved his lock and load style on tee shots. He quickly addressed the ball gave a brief glance down the fairway and let 'er rip. He had a great swing and his timing was well above an average golfer. I was with him the day he won a car with a hole-in-one at Diamant?'. His departure is a true loss for those who really knew him and it's hard to imagine how devistating it must be for his family to lose him. May almighty God show you mercy and peace through this incredibly difficult time. To Jeff's friends, I pray that we can get through the sadness of losing such a man that was bigger than life to us all. This leaves a big hole since he was so likeable and downright accepting of everyone, regardless of their nature. I will truly miss him and will always remember him as if he were right there to speak back to me...his face, his smile, his forgiving spirit, his voice that was so unique and above all, the fact that he called me a friend. Rest in peace as you continue to live on in all our memories. Your spirit and your family and friends are in my prayers.

Andy Wells

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I?m sorry for your families loss Phil, May the lord help you through this trying time of loss...

Stephanie Healy

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My most sincere condolences to Jeff's family. I have not seen Jeff for several years now, but we worked together for over 10 yrs. He was one of the nicest guys I ever met. He will be missed.

Mitch Chandler

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Good man, good friend, great colleague. Glad to be with you for so many years. RIP Jeff. I felt your friendship back to me. Cheers.

Becky Waldo

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God hold you tight during this process. My prayers are with you all.

Scarlett Morgan

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

This just breaks my heart. Jeff was such a nice guy and so much fun to be around. I enjoyed working with him over the years at KTHV, he will be missed. Many prayers for his family and all his friends. God bless.

Judy Bullwinkle

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We are shocked and saddened to learn of your loss. We cannot imagine such a terrible event. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Just know that we care for you and are keeping you in our thoughts.
I have such fond memories of Jeff during the Hillcrest years. He was always fun with Mitchell and Ross.
With deepest sympathy,
Judy and Davis

Don Crow

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Phil so sorry to hear about your loss. lots of love and prayers. Don & Wanda Crow

Ann Averitt

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am so saddened to hear this terrible news. Our children had such wonderful times together in the youth fellowship at First United Methodist, Lottle Rock. They continued to be good friends, and he was a very kind and considerate friend. There is nothing worse than being a parent left behind. My heart goes out to you.

Kelley Easby-Smith

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

You are in our prayers.

Jimmy Duncan

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our condolences.
We were very sorry to hear about this.

Jimmy & Jean

John Atwood

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Rest In Peace Jeff! Prayers to your family! In Hoc Brother!

Chad Donley

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So saddened to learn of your incredible loss.