It is with deep sadness we announce that Robert Veo Hope, age 89, of Russellville, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, at the Russellville Nursing and Rehab in Russellville. He was born on September 16, 1937, in Pine Bluff, to Veo Herbert and Norma Allene Chavis Hope.

Bob lived a life defined by hard work, integrity, unwavering faith in Christ and love for his family. Those who knew him will remember his humor, dependable nature and generous heart.

Bob was a member of the 2nd Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon, choir leader and teacher. He retired from the Arkansas National Guard, as a Lieutenant Colonel and from Fireman's Fund Insurance Company, where he served as a property and casualty underwriter.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife of 43 years, Saundra Lynn Hope and his brother, Herbert W. Hope.

He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Winnie Hope; a daughter and son-in-law, Anissa and Kendall Berry of Lexington, South Carolina; a son and daughter-in-law, R.J. and Jen Hope of Peculiar, Missouri; stepchildren, Darrell Rhodes and his wife Michelle of Fairview Texas, Gary Rhodes of Pottsville and Tonya Rhoades of Dover; four grandchildren, Bard and Alex Berry and Chase and Addison Hope; four step- grandchildren; Tory Evants and her husband Josiah, Garrison Rhodes and his wife Joana, Tucker Rhodes and his wife, Kayla, and Dylan Rhodes; and five great-grandchildren, Brynlee, Kinsey, Juliana, Sadie and Everette Rhodes.

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the Shinn Chapel, with the Rev. Chris Russell officiating and under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery in Pine Bluff.

The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home.

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