William C. McArthur

Unknown - Oct 3rd, 2009

Birth Date: Unknown
Death Date: Oct 3, 2009
Funeral Date: Unknown
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Biography: William C. McArthur, 71, of Little Rock passed away Sunday, October 4, 2009. He was born May 3, 1938 in Clinton, AR to the late Bryan W. McArthur and Billie P. McArthur. He was a graduate of Central High School, University of Arkansas and University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law School. He was a well known Criminal Defense Lawyer in the state of Arkansas. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Alice Miller McArthur. He is survived by his daughter Robyn (Anna) McArthur, son Chuck (Kelly) McArthur, grandsons Jacob and Colin McArthur and a brother Robert (Susan) McArthur. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation will be Thursday, October 8, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ruebel Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 9, 2009 at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to either the Pulaski Heights Methodist Church Foundation at 4823 Woodlawn, Little Rock, AR 72205 or Presbyterian Village at 510 Brookside Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205.

Condolences(37)

Ervin Hill

#37

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My God Father I love you forever and wish i could have been there miss you all i pray your family is ok i cried when i found out my mom passed at his house april 5 1996 and i just found out today your gone God be with you Bill and Thanks for everything love Ervin hill

Kenneth R Clifton Jr

#36

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

It's been a year now, since you left...I just want to record how much knowing you meant to me, and my mom, Suzanne L. Thompson...She thought the world of you, as a man...and as a lawyer who's skill she admired!...and that was no easy feat! You are missed!! Thanks for being my friend, as well as my mom's! RIP Bill! Never will be another one like you!...Kenny Clifton

#35

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Sandy and Allison McMath

#34

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Bill was a superb trial lawyer who was always honorable, courteous and helpful to other counsel. He was a true champion. Our deepest sympathy to his family. Sandy and Allison McMath.

Rob, David and Melody(Trimble) Kent; Nancy and John Zomaya

#33

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

We had many, many good times with Bill at The "Band Box" - lotsa burgers and many beers were had by all, not to mention all the fun and memories all of us will always cherish. He was always a good friend as well as great counsel in time(s) of need.
The "Box" was never the same without all of us and Bill.
Just want to let you know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you all in your time of sorrow. He will be greatly missed.

Luanne Bradford

#32

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My condolences to Robyn and Chuck. I just read about your fathers death. I remember you Chuck from playing ball at Robinson. Your father was a good man.

When he lived out off Hwy 10 and he was a stepfather to Chasity, our youngest daughter who was very close friends to Chasity would spend many weekends there. She remembers him as such a sweet and kind man. He would always ask the girls if they had the money they needed for whatever they were going to do, did they have a way to get where they wanted to go. Just always concerned that they were okay.

Once when she had gone somewhere she didn't need to be, with people she did't need to be around, and she ended up at his house... he called us. He was worried about her and he talked with her. He "scolded" her in the most kind and loving way I have ever seen. He helped her to understand why her actions were not a good choice. I think she was more remorseful because she had worried him than she was us. She thought he was an awesome father and man.....her father and I agree. God Bless you all.

Beth Goode

#31

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My thoughts and prayers are with Bob and the McArthur family.

Chris Caviness

#30

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I really enjoyed getting to know Bill over the last few years. I will really miss our talks about the Cardinals and Razorbacks and all the other coverstions we had. He was always very kind to my wife and child and I will truly miss seeimg him each day at work. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Ginger Kay Childers & Vicki Foster

#29

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our deepest sympathy for the family. It was a pleasure to get to know Bill at the Band Box.

Teresa Hester

#28

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

God bless you and your family at this time. Your father was one of the most wonderful men I have ever known. I know that you will miss him.

Leotis Harris Jr.

#27

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I remember those days at Junior Deputy and Bill's involvment with our team (BJ's). I will always remember Bill.

Stay Strong,

Leotis Harris Jr.

John Headrick

#26

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My sincerest sympathies to Bill's family and friends. I grew up a block away from his parents' household and knew Bob.

Lisa Pinkston

#25

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Working for Bill and Phoebe was by far the best job ever! Bill would let me do whatever I wanted, Phoebe, however, would not.
Still, it was the best. Bill will truly be missed.
My sincere condolences to Chuck and Robyn.

Jeannie Barrett

#24

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Bill,
You have always been a true friend, and I feel honored to have known you. My respect and admiration for you run deep. May you rest in peace.
Sincerely,

Mary Bryant & Tracy Bryant

#23

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

To the family of Bill McArthur:
Bill was the nicest man we ever met. We have so much respect for him in business and personal life. With Phoebe beside him they were the best team ever. He will never be forgotten.

Friends Always,
Mary Bryant-(son) Tracy Bryant

Jim & Pam Dodd

#22

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck,Kelly & family, We are thinking of you, with deepest Sympathy.Our prayers are with you.

With love, Uncle Jim & Aunt Pam

Dorthey Pinkston Dutton

#21

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck and Robyn, always remember the good times. Your Father was a good man. Our family never forgot that. God Bless you both!
Dorthey Pinkston Dutton

Dede and Dot

#20

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Mom and I were so saddened to hear of Bill's death. One true Peel/McArthur! I (Dede) remember Bill's smile and wonderful laugh..oh how he will be missed. Once there were 5(grandchildren) of us, and now there are four.
Please know that Mom and I will be there in spirit, and you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Dede

Peggy Walls

#19

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I am a part of a group that loved Bill,Alice and the children. We had great times at the football games,Birthday parties and just being friends.We will miss Bill but I am sure that Alice will be happy to be with him again. love to Chuck and Robin.

Dianne Knight

#18

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have known Bill and Alice for over 40 years. I can only say what wonderful, caring people they were. I know they are looking down on their children and are proud of them. Bill was a wonderful and thoughtful man and attorney. He was a great person and I will miss him .defrost

DR. GEORGE AND JANIE LAY

#17

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

IT WAS AN HONOR AND PRIVILEDGE TO BE A FRIEND OF BILL MCARTHUR. I (GEORGE) ROOMED WITH BILL AT FAYETTEVILLE AND WE REMAINED FRIENDS FOR THE NEXT 50 YEARS. HE WAS A TRUE FRIEND, IN GOOD AND BAD TIMES. I (JANIE) FIRST MET BILL WHEN HE WAS A TENET IN MY MOTHER'S (JANE KRUTZ) OFFICE BUILDING SOME 40 YEARS AGO. I ADORED HIM AS DID EVERYONE. HOW HE LOVED ALICE AND WAS SO PROUD OF HIS CHILDREN. WE WERE BLESSED TO CALL HIM FRIEND. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. DR. GEORGE AND JANIE LAY

Renata Galvan

#16

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck and Robyn,

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Just let it be a comfort to you that your father is now beside your mother and is made whole again in heaven. I am quite certain they are looking down upon you and very proud of you both. God bless you.

Jessica Adcock

#15

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I will always remember the wonderful trips we all took together and the close friendship we had when Robert was with us. I will miss you.

jim swink, jr.

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Harriett Meadows

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Over the years I came to know Mr. McArthur through my dear friend, Phoebe Jones. He was an attorney representing those people who lost their way. he defended them passionately and without prejudice. The law was an honorable profession to him and the judicial system a way of life. May he rest in the assurance that God rewards all good deeds.

Beckie Sudduty

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Phoebe always spoke so highly of Bill and I would like to express my condolences to his family. May God be with him.

Suzann Barr

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Chuck and Robyn,
My thoughts are with you and your family at the loss of your father. Bill must have been very, very proud of the two of you, and rightly so. I hope you take comfort from faith and friends as you move through difficult days. You remain in my prayers.
Suzann Barr
UALR

Davis Henry

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have known Bill McArthur vicariously through my friend Phoebe. He had great patience and understanding as her family experienced illness and death over the years and I was always very impressed by his compassion for her and her family. I would like to extend the same sympathy to his family at this time.

Pat Wattam

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Arkansas has lost a legend in the legal world. At a time when women in the work force were considered to be 'just' secretaries, Bill let my sister, Phoebe, shine as he taught her the ins and outs of criminal law. He was her best friend as well as employer. She believed in him until his death and I know he will be forever in her heart. My deepest sympathy goes out to all his friends and family.

Linda Gaspard

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have heard the best stories about Bill from Phoebe for the past 30 plus years and feel like I know a little about him. My sincerest condolences to his friends and family.

Phoebe Jones

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

In September 1974 I went to work for a great attorney, Bill McArthur. I spent the next 34 years working for him. Through the years with many ups and downs, not only was Bill my employer but also my best friend. It was truly an honor to have known this man and to have been his assistant. It is with this honor and respect, that I say my last good-bye.

Larry Sparks

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Bill was a friend/counselor in my time of need. God Bless him and Alice. Larry Sparks

Jack Finton

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

My name is Jack Finton. I grew up in Clinton, AR.
I am a Boyhood Friend of Bill McArthur. We played Base Ball and other Sports together. He will be greatly missed. You are in my prayers.
Jack Finton

KeriJo

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Bill is always at the front of the line when I think of past blessings and second chances. A guardian angel to be missed and remembered with admiration and respect.

Bob & Susan Robbins

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

With love and appreciation for my devoted friend we will miss you. Love Bob&Susan.

J. M. Treadway

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I have wonerful memories of Bill and Alice and their wonderful friendship. They are together again. God rest and God Bless their families

Bob Fowler

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

By my good friend. I appreciate all the wonderful memories of days past with you, Alice, and the rest of the "Seasons". Rest in Peace.

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