William Leo Darnell, Jr.

Feb 11, 1934 - Nov 6th, 2021

Birth Date: Feb 11, 1934
Death Date: Nov 6, 2021
Funeral Date: Nov 15, 2021, 11:00 am
Location: Forest Hills Cemetery, 10200 AR-5, Alexander, AR 72002.
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Biography: William Leo Darnell, Jr., 87, of Little Rock, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away November 6, 2021.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee to the late William Leo and Sara Bennett Darnell, he was a charter member of St. James United Methodist Church, and co-owner, along with his brother Wirt, of Darnell Drug Company. He was a respected member of the pharmacy community for over sixty years.

He was preceded in death by his cherished wife of 61years, Roxanna Darnell and granddaughter, Lauren Darnell. He is survived by his brother, Wirt Darnell of Springfield, Missouri, his son Bob Darnell (Glynda) of Southlake, Texas, his daughter Suzanne Koesy (Paul) of Little Rock and his daughter Kathy Mitchell (Tom) of Colleyville, TX; and his grandchildren, Rob Darnell, Kelly Darnell, Will Morrow, Katy Morrow, Emily Smith (Mitchell) and Matthew Mitchell.

Visitation is Saturday, November 13, from 3:00-5:00 pm at Ruebel Funeral Home, 6313 West Markham St., Little Rock, 72205. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 15, at 11:00 am officiated by Terry Moore, Jr. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Alexander.

Memorials may be made to St. James United Methodist Church, 321 Pleasant Valley Dr., Little Rock, 72212.

Condolences(09)

Chris Gann

Nov 16th, 2021 10:53 am

May you Rest In Peace in heaven. You will be missed by many.

Kristi Cowger

Nov 15th, 2021 8:23 am

Sending prayers to the family. Bill was an amazing man and it was an honor to have him as my employer throughout my 4 years of pharmacy school. Love you Bill! ❤️

Colonel (USA ret) Jim Ransick

Nov 13th, 2021 8:21 pm

My deepest condolences to you Bobby, Suzanne, Kathy and the entire Darnell clan. I will warmly reflect on and treasure my many visits with Mr & Mrs Darnell… what great parents, role models and both my friends. What wonderful people, both whom are dearly missed. May God bless them AND your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. GBA! With warmest sympathy, Jim R

Elizabeth Dober

Nov 13th, 2021 11:36 am

Roxanna was the first to welcome me to the Circle when I moved 55 years ago. Great neighbors. Bill is now reunited with Roxanna, the love of his life.

Alex Brandon

Nov 13th, 2021 8:38 am

Darnell, that is what you asked us to call you, not Mr. Darnell, not Bill, just Darnell, you were a huge influence on my life. You taught the whole neighborhood how to play kick the can, and me how to work in the drugstore. Not to mention the rolls of barely expired film that you let me have to learn my craft. You helped me become the person I am today. You will be missed.

Beverly White

Nov 12th, 2021 12:09 am

What an absolute JOY serving as your Chaplain at the Comfort Care Center. Praying for the family❤

Debbie Frost

Nov 10th, 2021 10:38 am

Our prayers are with your family as you remember and celebrate his life and love you shared with Your Dad, granddad, & great granddad. ❤️

Cindi Zieres

Nov 10th, 2021 8:09 am

Your dad was always so sweet to me and funny too; I always felt so welcomed at your house, by your mom and dad, when we were growing up. He always made us his "famous" cheeseburgers! What a dear, he will be missed. I am praying for comfort and peace for all of you in your great loss. Love, Cindi

Bob & Glynda Darnell

Nov 9th, 2021 6:27 pm

We love you Dad - forever and ever.
Thanks for EVERYthing.
Give our love to Mom and Lauren.

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