Troy Kuchler of Newark, Arkansas, departed this life on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, at the age of 90.
He was born March 30, 1930, in Cord, Arkansas the son of Harry A. Kuchler and Geneva Ethel (Coleman) Kuchler.
Kuchler was a graduate of Cord High School and later worked for Sears retiring with over 30 years of service. He also served in the United States Air Force.
He loved woodworking, hunting, and working in his yard. He loved watching sports, especially the Arkansas Razorbacks and Dallas Cowboys.
He enjoyed the time spent riding his motorcycle. His greatest joy was the love for his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and the time spent with family.
Kuchler was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Blanche (Brittin) Kuchler, and one son, Gary Joe Laster.
Kuchler is survived by his wife of 33 years, Wanda Jo (Laster) Kuchler of the home; one daughter, Pamela Laster Smith, and husband, David, of Batesville; one daughter-in-law Pam Laster, of Cabot; two grandchildren Crystal Cordell and husband, Jason, of Batesville and Annie Lindsey and husband, Luke, of Ward; four great-grandchildren Carissa and Chloe Cordell; Preston and Avalyn Lindsey.
The family will hold a private service at a later date.
