Everett Buel "Bill" Churchill

 United States

  • Date Of Birth: February 24, 1923
  • Date Of Death: August 12, 2015
  • State: Arkansas

As gently as he lived, Bill Churchill passed from this life on the morning of August 12, 2015, at the Waldron Nursing Center in Waldron, Arkansas where he had been a resident for almost three years, since the passing of his beloved wife, Juanita Churchill.

Born February 24, 1923, near Hector, Arkansas, Bill was the youngest and last surviving of nine children belonging to Monroe King and Edie Kansas (Story) Churchill. Bill was 92 years old. He was a member of the Waldron United Methodist Church for over 50 years and was a veteran, having served in the U. S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

While Bill and Juanita may best be remembered as the founders of Turkey Track Bluegrass Festival that they owned and operated in Waldron for approximately 15 years, they were very involved in numerous community, civic, and charitable organizations throughout the years. They were among the first coaches when the Girls Ponytail Softball League was originally formed in the mid ’60’s. Later, Bill coached in the Pee Wee Basketball League.

Bill was especially proud of founding the annual Waldron High School Sports Banquet which continues successfully to this day. Being an active member in the Razorback Club inspired him to provide an awards banquet for local High School athletes in the early 1970’s where Razorback coaches and players were involved. Bill worked with his former High School friend, fellow basketball player, and Razorback Coach Wilson Matthews to recruit speakers for the banquet. Bill continued the banquet until the 1980’s when the local football coach assumed the responsibilities.

Bill had the opportunity during the past 92 years to experience many job opportunities and retired as a USDA inspector after 25 years of service. He and Juanita then devoted their efforts full-time to the further development of Turkey Track Bluegrass Festival, growing it into one of the largest outdoor events in the south.

Bill loved to travel and had an adventurous spirit. He met many people in his lifetime and was dearly loved for his kindness and generous personality.

Cemetery Details Duncan Cemetery
Waldron,, AR, 72958

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