WILLIAM EVAN STUART HOLCOMB,

67, a beloved father, builder, artist, and ham radio operator, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022.

Born on April 13, 1954, he was raised in Little Rock and was the oldest of five children. He is predeceased by his parents, Norman and Carroll Byerly Holcomb.

A graduate of Hall High School and Hendrix College, he followed in his father’s footsteps pursuing a career in real estate. Notably, he was active in the Heights neighborhood redevelopment, where he grew up.

In midlife, he pursued two new passions: painting and operating radios. His artwork was often featured at the former Local Colour Art Gallery, and he was an active member of C.A.R.E.N., one of the oldest amateur radio clubs in Arkansas. Both of these avocations brought him great satisfaction and many cherished friendships.

Throughout life, Stuart was an avid gardener, cook, and tinkerer. Like his mother, he never missed an opportunity to celebrate a birthday or holiday, and he enjoyed hosting these celebrations, including an annual Christmas Eve Eve fete.

Of all his life’s accomplishments, he was most proud of his three children: Edward, Foster, and Katie. The family enjoyed annual beach trips to Florida and deep-sea fishing adventures. At home, they loved boating on Greers Ferry or simply gathering at home with their beloved dogs and cats.

Stuart is also survived by four siblings. Emily McRae (Jeff), Elizabeth Watts (Larry), Douglas Holcomb (Lisa) of Little Rock, and Anne Waters (Andrew) of Spartanburg, S.C.; one uncle: Steve Holcomb (Sharrell) of Little Rock; seven cousins; six nieces and nephews; and countless friends.

A favorite adage of Stuart’s was, “To whom much is given, much is expected.”

A private graveside service will be held Friday, January 14, at Mt. Holly, followed by a celebration of his life at 11 a.m. at Ruebel Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, PO Box 3127, Little Rock, AR 72203; or to another charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of RuebelFuneralHome.com