Greg Bumpas

GREG BUMPAS, 48, of Little Rock, passed away April 16, 2014 after a long battle with a debilitating illness. He was born May 24, 1965 to Dr. Joe H. and Julia Bumpas in Little Rock, Ark. Greg is preceded in death by his father, Dr. Joe H. Bumpas; and by his long-time friends, John Richisen and Paul Brizzolara. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Susan Bumpas; and his son, Joseph Andrew "Drew" Bumpas. He is also survived by his mother, Julia Bumpas; his brother, Robert Raymond Bumpas; his sister, Susan Gayle Nelson; and his nephew, Zachary Nelson; as well as many, many friends. Greg graduated from Pulaski Academy and then attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. He then spent time in Aspen, Colo. and Key West, Fla. He was a great sportsman, loving to fish, hunt, ski, and bike. If it could be done he did it. His greatest joy was cooking and he loved all animals especially his Chinese Pugs. He was a loving father and husband and would give someone the shirt off his back to help them. A memorial service will be held Tuesday April 22, 2014 at 2 p.m. in Ruebel Funeral Home followed by a reception. Donations may be made to the Pulaski County Humane Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.