of West Helena, AR
December 22, 1926 - October 20, 2016
Buehl Ardell ''Buddy'' Nye, age 89, of West Helena, Arkansas passed away Thursday, October 20, 2016 at his home. Mr. Nye was born December 22, 1926 at Blackton, Arkansas to the late Willard and Myrtle Nye. He was of the Baptist faith, served in the United States Army and worked for several years at the J. R. House Complex. He loved gardening and he taught all his grandkids how to fish.
Mr. Nye is survived by his wife of 66 years, Louise; two daughters, Pat Holland (Parmer) of West Minister, Colorado and Sue Nichols of West Helena; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and one special great-grandchild, Dylan Martin, who was raised by Buddy and Louise since he was ten months old; one brother, Archie Nye of Griffith Indiana; and a host of nieces, nephews, and special friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Lloyd Nye; two sisters, Alma Fryer and Susie Edgins; one granddaughter, Kimberly Barton; and one great-granddaughter, Lexie Haggins.
A graveside service for Buddy Nye will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 24, 2016 at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home. Brother Adam Rowland will officiate.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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12 Condolence(s)
Lea Ann Ragsdale
Monday, November 7, 2016
Pat, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. We lost our mother almost 13 years ago and I still miss her everyday. I know the loss you feel now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim & Hazel Williams
Sunday, October 23, 2016
Sure hated to hear this news. Buddy was a good man and an old friend. Our sympathy and prayers for all of his family.
Danny and Pat Patton
Sunday, October 23, 2016
So sorry for the loss of Mr. Buddy, he was one of the nicest people we have ever known. God bless y'all as you go thru these hard days, he will be much missed.
Pansy Young Kiner
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Pat and Sue, I am so sorry for the loss of your daddy! He was the nicest daddy in the world! Always a smile whenever I saw him. And he loved you girls so much!
Mary (Ivy) King
Friday, October 21, 2016
Dearest Louise and family, I am very sad to hear of your loss. Forrest Gump would have said that you and Buddy went together "like peas and carrots"...which means that you were meant for each other, perfectly complimented each other and in my eyes were always the perfect couple. You clung to each other during the hard times, and drew strength to carry on. You enjoyed each other like best friends,, and you will miss him terribly. You can be assured that you, your children and grandchildren will be in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult times of adjustment ahead. I am as close as your phone if you need me.
William and Lexie Hires
Friday, October 21, 2016
So sorry for your loss, prayers for the family.
Joyce Summerhill Stanford
Friday, October 21, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Buddy will be missed.
Lynette Burt Murphy
Friday, October 21, 2016
Pat and Sue,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Buddy. He was such a kind man and good neighbor. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Nye
Friday, October 21, 2016
Rest in peace Uncle Buddy. One of my favorite memories is going fishing with you when I was a kid. You will always have a special place in my heart. I love you.
Loyce Corbitt
Friday, October 21, 2016
I am very sorry for your loss. Mr Buddy was a kind and caring person, He will be missed.
Loyce Corbitt
Jesse Porter
Friday, October 21, 2016
Mr. Buddy really loved his family and worked constantly with them and others. He will be missed but he made so many memories with so many people that he will always be with us.
My prayers for peace and comfort for his family are lifted.
Rusty Porter
Lea Ann Fryer
Friday, October 21, 2016
RIP uncle Buddy. You were a very giving and kind man who loved his family. I love you and you will always be remembered.