Mr. Riley Kemper, age 69 of Bodcaw, Arkansas passed away, Thursday, October 12, 2017 at his home. Mr. Kemper was born on March 27, 1948 to Edward and Evelyn Kemper.  He was of the Christian faith, a U.S. Army veteran, serving two tours in Vietnam and was a long-distance truck driver for many years, until he retired. Mr. Kemper is preceded in death by his parents, a brother; Paul Kemper, two sisters Rosie and Juanita.

Survivors include his wife; Teresa Mattison Kemper of Bodcaw, three sons; Michael Plumley of Emmet, William Laughard, wife, Katrina of Anderson, MO, and Ricky Laughard, wife, Tiffany of Bodcaw, a daughter; Tabithia Laughard of Bodcaw, a sister; Nettie Simpson of Charleston, IL, eight grandchildren and two-great-grandchildren, other relatives and a host of friends.

Per the family's request there will be no formal visitation.

Graveside services, 2:00pm, Sunday, October 15, 2017 at Corinth Cemetery in Bodcaw, with Bro. William Laughard officiating.  Arrangements are by BRAZZEL/Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope, Eddie BRAZZEL, Director. Guest register: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com