Arthur Lee "Corky" Pearson
Dec 13th, 1939 - May 9th, 2020- Birth Date: Dec 13, 1939
- Death Date: May 9, 2020
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Biography:
Arthur Lee “Corky” Pearson, 80 of Little Rock, arrived in the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, May 8th, 2020. Corky was born December 13th, 1939 in Oklahoma to George and Clara (Anderson) Pearson. He married the love of his life Barbara Mae (Johnson) Pearson June 10th, 1965. He proudly served his country as a US Army MP. His career as a mechanical and process engineer allowed him to travel extensively. He and Barbara shared many adventures and loved exploring the world together with their daughters.
Corky was preceded in death by his parents, brother Leonard, son Ricky, and beloved wife Barbara. He is survived by his daughters Angel Herrera (Patrick) and Kate Bueche (Mitchell), of Little Rock, Debbie Pearson of Choctaw, OK and wife Ann of Choctaw, Ok. He is also survived by grandchildren Savannah Herrera, Serena Dalton (Brandon), Hunter Herrera, and great granddaughter Paislee Dalton all of Little Rock.
Corky loved traveling, Merle Haggard, driving fast, ducks, and playing pranks. He never met a stranger and was an active member of the Lutheran Church serving in many leadership roles. He was a great Girl Dad, patiently waiting during shopping trips, working as a stagehand for dance recitals, and telling us we were smart as well as beautiful.
The family will hold a private memorial service and scatter his ashes in Red River, New Mexico where his family spent many happy summers together and where his beloved wife Barbara’s ashes were scattered.
Condolences(06)
Marlane & Dennis
#6
May 18th, 2020 11:40 am
Kate, Angel and families - Our sincerest condolences. Prayers for peace for all of you.
Jackie Bourland
#5
May 18th, 2020 7:41 am
A good man who lived a good life! I’m so grateful our paths crossed in this life.
Holding you all in my heart and prayers as your hearts heal!
Holding you all in my heart and prayers as your hearts heal!
Lori
#4
May 18th, 2020 6:31 am
I happened upon this beautiful write up of this beautiful life when I googled Barbara Johnson, the writer/comedian, looking for her joy room story. And I found this story of your father, Corky, one who obviously made room for joy in his life. Lots of joy. I love this picture of his life. I’m so happy for this family, having such a joyful and loving father to celebrate. May God continue to bless you for all your days with reminders of his love for you, both your earthly father’s love, patience, and joy, and even more importantly your Heavenly Fathers love for you, His patience, and so much joy still to come. Bless you all! Thank you for sharing this beautiful word picture of the unique and beautiful life of your father. What a gift!
Todd B. Jacobus
#3
May 17th, 2020 4:26 pm
So very sorry about my good friend passing, as we worked together for a few years, you were so right that he never met a stranger, everybody thought so much of him , prayers for the entire family, he will
Be missed !!!!
Be missed !!!!
Terry and Pepper Paulson
#2
May 17th, 2020 4:25 pm
It’s so hard to say goodbye. Sending you all loving thoughts, and hope for peace and comfort. What a perfect summary of a life well-lived.
Ann Rogers
#1
May 17th, 2020 10:37 am
Savannah and family, I’m so sorry for loss. What a beautiful tribute! You all are in my prayers.