John Franklin Yockey of Flippin, Arkansas, age 68, died November 20, 2022, at his home. John was born in Lawton, Oklahoma June 26, 1954, to Charles Robert and Virginia Ruth Yockey.

He was a resident of Russellville, Arkansas most of his life. John graduated from Russellville High School and Arkansas Tech earning a degree in geology. John was an aviation enthusiast.

After earning his pilot’s license he built his own Rutan designed Long-EZ aircraft. John loved the White River where he made his home. He cherished times fishing for trout with family and friends.

John is survived by sister, Michal Hall (Bill) of Delaware; brothers: Robert Yockey (Beth) of Greenbrier, and Walter Yockey (Terri) of Rogers; nieces and nephews, and many great-nieces and great-nephews.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date with a private family service.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, in memory of John.

Memories of John and words of comfort for his family may be shared at www.rollerfuneralhomes. com/yellville