Roger Bradberry, 77, of Piggott, Ark., passed away December 2, 2022, at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro, Ark.

He was born on May 3, 1945, in Boydsville, Ark., and was the son of the late Edmond “GE” and Narine (Neeley) Bradberry.

Roger was united in marriage to Earlene Jenkins on December 21, 1962, from this union two daughters were born.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Rob Merrritt; great-granddaughter, Roziland Hadley; brother, EJ Bradberry; and sister, Joyce Bradberry.

Roger worked over 50 years as a truck driver, reaching seven million miles over his career. Roger was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a storyteller who shared the best stories about his life and experiences, usually with a lot of hand gestures and laughter. He enjoyed watching westerns, playing cards, riding horses, and spending time with family and friends. Roger will be greatly missed.

Roger is survived by his wife Earlene Bradberry of Piggott; his daughters, Karen Seal and husband Mark of Piggott and Audra Becker of Piggott; his grandchildren: Brittany Hadley and husband Austin of Piggott, Lauren Haines of Piggott and Ally Taylor of Piggott, Danny Seal of St. Francis, Sarah Seal of Piggott, and Emily Stalling and husband Jordan of Doniphan, Mo.; his greatgrandchildren: Austin Seal, Anistyn Hadley, Emma Southerly, Levi Seal, Lincoln Hadley, Lainey Hadley, and Vincent Stallings; and many other relatives and friends.

A private family burial will be held at a later date. Hoggard & Sons Funeral Home of Piggott is in charge of the arrangements.