Harold "Gene" Ford Obituary (1932 - 2024)

Harold “Gene” Ford, 92, of London, Arkansas, died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at his home. The son of James and Wanda Pearl (Montgomery) Ford, he was born January 25, 1932, in Rogers, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, James Ford. His survivors include his partner of 40 years, Mary Ann King of London; a son, Larry Ford (Veronica) of Bella Vista, Arkansas; two daughters: Cathy Thompson of Bentonville, Arkansas; and Debra Fricks (Jeff) of Sherwood, Arkansas; seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Gene loved his work and spent many hours helping individuals and families find their dream home as an agent & broker in the real estate business, serving also on the Board of Realtors. Investing in his community was an important value to Gene, as he was active in Rotary International. Gene’s faith was also important to him as he worshipped with his faith family at All Saints Episcopal Church in Russellville. In his leisure time, he enjoyed hiking, fishing, and spending time in the great outdoors, especially working on his tractor around his land. The family is planning a memorial service at a later date at All Saints Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, the family invites memorial donations to: All Saints Episcopal Church, 501 South Phoenix Ave., Russellville, AR 72801, or The Nature Conservancy, 601 N. University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72205. Gene’s internet obituary and online memory book are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.