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Robert James Pekel Sr.

Robert James Pekel Sr., age 88, of Rogers died June 15, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center in Rogers. He was born in Milwaukee, Wis., to the late William Andrew and Nettie (Holler) Pekel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Virginia. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps and was a WWII veteran. He enjoyed his family, and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors include his son, Robert Pekel Jr. (Sue Ann); daughters, Chris Friemoth (Tim) and Mary Donnelly (Mike); grandchildren, Leon, Hayden and Dee Friemoth, Joe Donnelly and Megan Waggoner, Will and Hannah Pekel, and Birdie Hollums; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the Fayetteville National Cemetery on July 3, 2014, at 1 p.m., with inurnment to follow. Services provided by Rollins Funeral Home, Rogers.

Published June 19, 2014

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