Percy Nalls

— Percy Nalls

Percy “Henry” Nalls Jr. of Sparkman died on Sept, 3, 2019.

He was born on Nov. 25, 1953, to the late Percy and Lucille Nalls at their family home in Sparkman. Henry was a retired heavy-equipment operator and truck driver, and also served as mayor of Sparkman for 12 years. He was a beloved Santa to many both young and old, and was an active member of United Methodist Church of Sparkman.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Pauline Casteel Nalls; his sister, Dene R. Vaughan; and beloved companion, Janie Rust.

He is survived by a sister, Paulette Nalls-Sullivent of Sparkman, a stepson, Roberto Resendiz; three nephews; two great-nieces; a granddaughter; his faithful dog; and a host of extended family and friends.

Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home of Arkadelphia is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, at United Methodist Church of Sparkman with Peggy Abbott and Max Deaton officiating. Burial will be at Sardis Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today - Thursday, Sept. 5 - at the funeral home at 517 Clay St. in Arkadelphia.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to United Methodist Church of Sparkman, 1564 Hwy. 128, Sparkman, AR 71763; or to the local Humane Society of your choice.

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