Obituary for John E. Chism

John Chism, 80, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away June 1, 2020. He was born January 26th, 1940 in Little Rock, Arkansas. 

He was a member of Cross Life Church, Maumelle and original member of Little Rock Athletic Club. He was a tennis instructor, and top-rated tournament player, achieving number one in the state in his thirties. He was also a top-scorer in basketball. He excelled in Insurance Sales. 

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Janice Spence; daughter, Tori Morales; two granddaughters: Amanda Nail and April Bean; three great-granddaughters and many family members and friends who will miss him.

He was preceded in death by daughter, Cindy Bean and granddaughter Lyndsi Morales; parents, Eugene and Margurite (Melton) Chism; sister, JoAnn Savoy; and brother, Jack Chism.

Family will hold memorial service at a later date. 

Arrangements entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: https://benton.smithfamilycares.com. 

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