Reginald F. Gaffke
Reginald F. Gaffke, 67, of Rogers passed away June 27, 2013, at Circle of Life-Legacy Village in Bentonville. He was born Aug. 6, 1945, in Virginia, Minn., to Francis and Marcella Marie Altobelli Gaffke, and lived in Minnesota until moving to Northwest Arkansas nearly 30 years ago.
He served in the Army Reserve before enlisting in the U.S. Navy.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Carmen Gaffke of Minnesota.
Although he enjoyed old cars, classic television show and movies, he loved to eat great food. Before he retired as the head concierge at Embassy Suites in Rogers, he was frequently known to say "I treat every man like a king and every woman like a queen."
He is survived by his life-mate, Jackie Owen of Rogers; her three daughters, Tammy, Billie and Jay; and 11 grandchildren. He is also survived by his aunt, Santina Hellagafer of Minnesota; and four cousins.
A celebration of his life will be held in Minnesota in September.
Cremation arrangements are under the care of Rollins Funeral Home of Rogers.
Published July 4, 2013