Kenneth Wayne Hampton Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Kenneth Wayne Hampton, Sr. was born in Mounds, Arkansas on September 1, 1939 to Floyd and Rosetta Hampton (Silkwood). Kenny died peacefully on May 26, 2018 at his home in Marmaduke, Arkansas, with his family at his bedside. He was 78 years, 8 months, 25 days. On October 25, 1972, he married the love of his life, Glenda Lea Hampton (Patterson). For 45 years they shared their love with 6 children Kenny, Jr., Kathy (Michael), Tammy (Cliff), Brian (Lisa), David (Katie), and Ginny Lynn (Clint). With these children there were 25 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren, which he adored more than life itself. He loved taking them swimming, fishing, riding on the 4x4 mule and anything else they wanted to do. Kenny worked as an engineer at nuclear power plants in various states which allowed him and Glenda to live all over the United States. He loved cars, photography and flying. Upon his retirement he settled back in his hometown of Marmaduke to be around his family and friends. His love and enjoyment of life reflected on all who knew and loved him. He was truly an amazing and extraordinary man. Kenny is preceded in death by his parents, his son Kenny, Jr., granddaughter Katelyn, and brother Dub. He is survived by his wife Glenda of the home, their children Kathy, Tammy, Brian, David, and Ginny along with 25 grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren and his siblings, Roy, Paulette, Shirley (Bob), Charles (Donna), Sandra (Alton), Sharon (Buddy), Ricky (Vicki), Mickey (Belinda), Michael (Lisa). Many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. When God sent the angels and they took you away, I saw a smile on your face and your pain went away. My sorrow was lifted and my tears were no more. For I heard God say, I promise you will see him again one day. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 29,, 2018 6 P.M., and services will be held on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 11 A.M. at Marmaduke First Baptist Church with Bro. Kim Bridges officiating. Interment to follow at Harvey’s Chapel.

Kenneth Wayne Hampton

September 1, 1939 - May 26, 2018