Robert Yard, Jr.

Robert Douglas Yard Jr., aged 63, of London, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2026. He was born on July 10, 1962, in Los Angeles, California, to Robert Douglas Yard Sr. and Lucille Theresa Yard. Robert was preceded in death by his beloved parents and two sisters, Roberta Barrow and Elizabeth Stanton.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Maria Julia Garcia Yard, and their three children: Jennifer Lopez Garcia, Wilmer Morales, and Josh Yard. Robert also cherished his role as a grandfather, leaving behind four grandchildren who brought him immense joy. He is further survived by his three sisters, Dolly Jenkins, Beckie Magee, and Regina Butler, as well as one brother, John Yard.

A passionate enthusiast of cars and trucks, Robert was known for his exceptional skills with tools and his willingness to help others. He shared his interests and talents generously, leaving a lasting impact on those around him.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during the visitation on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Russellville Family Funeral. A graveside service will take place on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 2:30 PM at Rest Haven Memorial Park. Arrangements are being handled by Russellville Family Funeral.

Pallbearers honoring Robert’s memory include Wilmer Morales, John Yard, Clint Jones, Aurther Jenkins, Aaron Jenkins, Jesus Garcia, Charles Cage, Marco Munoz, and Nelson Boquin.

Online condolences and the obituary can be found at www.russellvillefamilyfuneral.com.

Spanish Version

Robert Douglas Yard Jr. will be remembered for his kindness, love for his family, and his unwavering dedication to helping others. He will be deeply missed.

Robert Douglas Yard Jr., de 63 años, de London, Arkansas, falleció pacíficamente en su casa el 26 de enero de 2026. Nació el 10 de julio de 1962 en Los Ángeles, California, hijo de Robert Douglas Yard Sr. y Lucille Theresa Yard. A Robert le precedieron en la muerte sus queridos padres y dos hermanas, Roberta Barrow y Elizabeth Stanton.

Le sobreviven su amada esposa, Maria Julia Garcia Yard, y sus tres hijos: Jennifer Lopez Garcia, Wilmer Morales y Josh Yard. Robert también atesoraba su papel de abuelo, dejando atrás a cuatro nietos que le brindaron una inmensa alegría. Le sobreviven además sus tres hermanas, Dolly Jenkins, Beckie Magee y Regina Butler, así como un hermano, John Yard.

Apasionado de los automóviles y las camionetas, Robert era conocido por su excepcional habilidad con las herramientas y su disposición a ayudar a los demás. Compartió sus intereses y talentos generosamente, dejando una huella imborrable en quienes lo rodeaban.

Familiares y amigos están invitados a presentar sus respetos durante el velorio el jueves 29 de enero de 2026, de 5:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m., en la Funeraria Familiar Russellville. El sepelio se llevará a cabo el viernes 30 de enero de 2026, a las 2:30 p. m., en el Cementerio Rest Haven Memorial Park. Los arreglos fúnebres están a cargo de la Funeraria Familiar Russellville.

Los portadores del féretro en honor a la memoria de Robert son Wilmer Morales, John Yard, Clint Jones, Aurther Jenkins, Aaron Jenkins, Jesus Garcia, Charles Cage, Marco Munoz y Nelson Boquin.

Las condolencias en línea y la esquela se pueden encontrar en www.russellvillefamilyfuneral.com.

Robert Douglas Yard Jr. será recordado por su bondad, su amor por su familia y su inquebrantable dedicación a ayudar a los demás. Se le extrañará profundamente.