Arthur "Abe" Kissinger

In Loving Memory of Abe Kissinger With great sadness but immense love, we announce the passing of devoted husband and treasured father, Abe Kissinger, who left this world on September 18, 2024, at the age of 91. Arthur, fondly known as Abe, was born on July 18, 1933, in Fitzhugh, Arkansas. Throughout his life, he embraced many roles—Airforce veteran, Little League baseball coach, and salesman—but his favorite was being a father. He cherished nothing more than spending time with his adult children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. At home, he could often be found watching his Razorbacks and Cowboys, followed by a challenging game of dominos, where he would usually win. Abe had a love of nature and spent many years camping, fishing and hunting with his son, brother and nephews in the Hurricane and Cache River Bottoms. Abe had a remarkable ability to make others smile, and his sense of humor will be deeply missed. He led by example, teaching his values not through words but by the way he lived. With a servant’s heart, gentle spirit, and fierce loyalty, he was deeply committed to his family and friends. Abe was also a talented athlete who loved football and baseball. In his younger years, he shared that passion by coaching Bald Knob Little League baseball, winning many awards along the way. There was a light inside Abe that caused you to love him. His unconditional love made the world a better place. Abe is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Judy Joyce Kissinger (Smethwick); his daughter, Pamela Joyce Kissinger Burton (Frank Burton); his sons, Art Kissinger (Daniel Cornwell) and Price Kissinger; his grandchildren, Jennifer Smith and Aaron Smith; and his great-grandchildren, Makaelyn, Rielan, Madaliene, and Cannyn, his brother, Rudean Kissinger and sister Earnestine Pomtree along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Melvin Kissinger, mother Lillian Margenra Kissinger (Gibson) and his sister Gerldine Branscum. In accordance with Abe’s wishes, a family memorial will be held later in the fall, where loved ones can gather to share stories and enjoy a feast of catfish in his honor. Arrangements are entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, Bald Knob – Judsonia. www.powellfuneralhome.net.

Arthur "Abe" Kissinger

July 18, 1933 - September 18, 2024